This week on Minnesota Military Radio, host Doug Wortham sits down with leaders from the American Legion to discuss Veteran support, advocacy, leadership, and the organization’s ongoing impact at the national and local levels.
Guests include:
- Dan Wiley – National Commander, The American Legion
- Linda Dvorak – Commander, American Legion Department of Minnesota
Listeners will hear about the American Legion’s four pillars — Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation, National Security, Americanism, and Children & Youth — and how Legion posts across Minnesota and the nation serve as cornerstones in their communities. The conversation also explores key initiatives including the Legion’s Be The One campaign to reduce Veteran suicide, legislative advocacy on behalf of disabled Veterans, and programs that provide direct assistance to Veterans and their families.
The episode also highlights:
- The American Legion’s role in Veteran disability claims and advocacy
- Efforts to reduce the stigma around mental health
- Support for Veterans through Minnesota’s Fund 85
- Preparing for America’s 250th anniversary
- Why Legion membership matters for strengthening Veterans’ voices
