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Today’s DAV membership is a new generation; one who enjoys different forms of social interaction. The notion of attending a fraternal meeting in a chapter hall does not always appeal to these new members. So how do we get them more involved
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A coalition representing millions of America’s veterans today expressed outrage at a White House claim that Congress is overspending on veterans programs and has threatened to veto any of the remaining 11 spending bills that exceed the President’s request unless Congress finds $2.9 billion in offsets elsewhere in the federal budget
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HBO® is spearheading a Troop Drive this summer to deliver care packages to troops destined for Iraq and Afghanistan. Consumers are encouraged to show their support to the troops, free of charge, by visiting a product gallery at www.genkilltroopdrive.com and selecting items from participating brands to add to the care packages. HBO® and its brand partners will cover the cost of the contributions, giving you an easy way to show their support by sending items in your name. The troop drive is scheduled to coincide with the July 13, 2008 premiere of the original miniseries from HBO Films®, Generation KillSM. The seven-part series airs on Sundays, at 9PM through Aug. 24
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HBO® and Generation KillSM are service marks for Home Box Office, Inc.
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National Membership Director Anthony L. “Tony” Baskerville was awarded the Jesse Brown Distinguished Leadership Award at the 34th Annual National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Armed Services and Veterans Affairs Award Dinner July 16
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The DAV recently accepted a proposal from a leading law firm to offer free representation at the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims to certain veterans referred by DAV
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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) says that disabled veterans have until Oct. 15 to file claims for economic stimulus payments
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Department of Veterans Affairs financial counselors are available to help veterans who are having difficulty paying their mortgages or having other financial management issues. The counselors are able to offer guidance on repayment options and may be able to directly intercede with lenders to assist veterans in crisis more…
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Many thanks to those who pledged support last fall to DAV’s Charitable Service Trust through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), United Way or other workplace giving campaign. Your gifts are at work providing much-needed services for America’s disabled veterans and their families!
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In memory of the late Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Jesse Brown, the Disabled American Veterans has established the Jesse Brown Memorial Youth Scholarship Program
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