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YostJr. 24 AFTER THE TERROR A Panamanian publisher looks beyond the brutalyears ofthe Noriega regirne. 26 PLANES, TRAINS AND ADTOMOBILES Transportation in the 21st century will mean life in thefast lane. By Carmen Carter 28 RERUNS IN OUR SLEEP Dreams reflect and influence our wakingfeelings. By Alice Fleming 30 INSIDE THE FOURTH ESTATE Somejournalists abandon objectivityforpersonal causes. ByJoseph Farah 32 BAD MEDICINE Some over-the-counter cures can be a bitterpill to swallow. ByJayStuller 34 THE NEVER-ENDING BUDGETWATCH A Legion veterans ' affairs expert explains what to watch for. By Robert E. Lyngh 38 DOWN TO THE BONE Gramm-Rudman-Hollings' cuts in the budget threaten vital health pivgrams. 40 DEPART1990 MENTS BIG ISSUES Should Congress Alter Racketeering Laws And Penalties? 10 LETTERS 4 YOUR AMERICAN LEGION 18 VETERANS ALERT 46 COMMANDER'S MESSAGE 6 VETERANS UPDATE 36 PARTING SHOTS 72 OPINIONS 8 LEGIONNAIRES IN ACTION 44 COVER At The Berlin Wall, SIPA-PRESS The American Legion Magazine, a leader among national general-interest publications, is published monthly by The American Legion for its 3 million members. These military-service veterans, working through 16,000 community-level posts, dedicate themselves to God and country and traditional Amer- ican values; strong national security; adeguate and compassionate care for veterans, their widows and orphans; community service; and the wholesome development of our nation's youths. APRIL 1990 VACATION PARADISE. 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A4904 ei99ocHP,inc|B ox 89^ Ferry_Road, Charlotte VT _05445 Member Audit Bureau of Circulations | ft AMERICAN LEGION MAGAZINE TO CELEBRATE ITS 100TH ANNIVERSARY, THE ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS PRESENTS NOBLE BIRDS PORCELAIN SCULPTURE COLLECTION Twelve of the world's most majestic birds exquisitely handcrafted in fine hand-painted porcelain. Created by the world-renowned bird artist George McMonigle. The awesome power and breathtaking beauty of the noble birds of prey. Forever captured in a powerful new sculpture collection celebrating the 100th anniversary ofThe Royal Society for the Pro- tection of Birds. The Bald Eagle. Golden Eagle. Peregrine Falcon. Twelve breathtaking sculptures in all. Individually cast in fine porcelain. And hand- painted in nature's own colors. The handsome wood display is included at no additional charge. To acquire this exceptional c< >l- lecnon, please mail the attached orderformbyApril30, 1990. Priced at $75 per sculpture. m. 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The 1 990 census is becoming a polit- were disabled during service to their Jere A. Beery ical grab bag, and people should know country. Seventy percent of us will be Newnan, Ga. what's going on. A great deal of pres- disabled in some way before death. sure is being put on the Census Bureau With the buildings not being accessible, to count illegal aliens. This means it is for All these veterans are excluded from par- VA possible for two areas having an equal "The Patient Is Critical" (January ticipating and contributing to their number of American citizens to have a 1990) states that VA health care is Posts. different number of representatives in subject to eligibility and income The cost of making all Posts acces- Congress.
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