Shelly Parulis, wife of a retired Marine Master Sergeant, is engaged in a running battle with the Navy over dioxin and other toxins at NAF Atsugi, Japan. 

(Atsugi, Japan) - No one assigned to Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi, the home of Carrier Air Wing 5, would have suspected that duty in Japan could exposed them to toxic chemicals, including deadly dioxin, the carcinogen infamously associated with Agent Orange. (See: http://www.youtube.com/user/ToxicDeceit)

In fact, prior to the closure of Atsugi’s privately owned Envirotech (formerly Shinkampo) incinerators in 2001, that is exactly what happened to military, dependents, and civilian workers stationed at NAF Atsugi during the period 1985 to 2001. 

LOCAL MUSEUM IN TOLEDO OHIO HAS MISPLACED 2 ACTUAL AIRCRAFT

HELP US LOCATE THESE MISSING PLANES

By Gordon Duff STAFF WRITER

In association with Congressional Representative Marcy Kaptur, local museums, veterans groups, the Smithsonian, the Tennessee Historical Society, the Toledo Museum of Art, the Medal of Honor Society and other museums and groups around the country, we ask for you help.

I know we are stretching the limits of "carelessness."  This isn't like losing your keys but we are now missing 2 entire aircraft, last seen hanging from the ceiling of a former local military/veterans museum, then stored for the reopening.

These items are to be considered for display in the new VA Regional Medical Center connected to the University of Toledo School of Medicine.  We are deeply embarassed.  We have already started a search for our missing Medals of Honor, also misplaced somewhere.

MORE MISSING:

Our list, thus far, includes 6500 guns, flags, medals, uniforms up to and including a gattling gun, hundreds of muskets (guns) and several famous paintings by artists like Gilbert Gaul and Carolyn Ransom.  All are the property of the local museum authority and were lost in transit somewhere.

IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Gordon Duff gpduf@aol.com or Dan Foote dan.foote@mail.house.gov .   Ohio veterans are grateful for your help on this project.

Here is some background information on the First and Second Continental Congresses that led up to the Declaration of Independence and our eventual rebellious war with Britain, which of course led to independence. I grew up in Philadelphia and have been aquainted with the "real" story of the 4th of July most of my life. There is some surprises in here! Enjoy.

See this website: 

 http://encarta.msn.com/encyclopedia_761567004/Continental_Congress.html

CWO3 Tom Barnes, USCG (Ret.)

Army Veteran  publishes book about stroke

On May 23, 2007, author Philip R. Hanaburgh, a U.S. Army Veteran, suffered a stroke that left him unable to use his left side. In his moving and inspirational memoir, Are You Ready?, he offers advice, practical wisdom, and tips for anyone going through any sort of devastating medical episode, particularly a stroke.

Realizing that the market is filled with medical books about strokes, Hanaburgh seeks to reach readers on a more spiritual level, intimating that terrible experiences that force us to confront our mortality and death can actually lead us into richer, fuller lives. Warmly written, Are You Ready? is a testament to the indomitable spirit of one courageous man.

A Book About Surviving a Stroke   

Strokes, silent and deadly interruptions of the blood supply to the brain, come without warning. Would you be ready if you were suddenly felled by one? Author and stroke victim Philip R. Hanaburgh certainly wasn't. Just fifty years old, he was a contented family man with a good job, when he had a stroke that left him without the use of his left side. Rushed to the hospital in a helicopter, Hanaburgh endured a long recovery period, but soon realized that love, deep faith, and inner strength could help him survive and even triumph over this adversity.

VA-SPYGATE

STOP THE SPYING AND LYING!

By Robert L. Rosebrock, Staff Writer

History reminds us that it's not the initial crime but the cover-up attempt that becomes the real crime.

And so it is with the VA's infamous June 28th spying debacle on innocent World War II, Korean and Vietnam War Veterans who peacefully demonstrate against the pillaging and plundering of their sacred land at the Los Angeles National Veterans Home, which is the largest VA Medical Center in the nation.

Just the Facts
On Monday, June 29, a group from Sunday's Rally met with Donna Beiter, the executive director, Ralph Tillman, the asset manager and director of public affairs, and Sgt. Lofty, the VA police watch commander, all federal employees at the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center.

VA-SPYGATE

by Bob Rosebrock, Staff Writer

The federal government's surveillance van that was parked within 100 feet of the 67th consecutive Sunday Rally to “Save Our Veterans Land” on June 28th, was an affront to every American Veteran and a mockery against our U.S. Constitution and the American way of life.

Fellow Veterans have repeatedly requested for regime change at the West Los Angeles VA Medical Healthcare Center. These federal bureaucrats have insulted and transgressed against America's Veterans for the very last time.

These insults and transgressions now rest squarely upon your shoulders.

Stew Says Read This News Now and Get the Info You Need

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2. US Marines ( 1-5 & 2-8 ) locked in 'hell of a fight' with Taliban
3. POW/MIA Wall in Branson triggers questions, issues about H.R. 111
4. Future of veterans' clinic unsure after St. Joe's closes its doors
5. California-U.S. Vets, Nonprofit gets grants to help at-risk veterans
6. Nevada-Veterans' Court On the Way
7. VINELAND: Disabled American Veterans Mobile Service Office to visit Vineland NJ
8. Veterans here watching Iraq handover with interest
9. Veteran perspectives: Filling the gap with a new generation
10. Veterans' support Web site launched by Rockland non-profit

"Courts are now being faced with the task of evaluating a virtually limitless number of people who claim to be 'reporting' on issues, but who are, many times, doing little more than shouting from atop a digital soapbox,"

by MaryAnn Spoto/The Star-Ledger

A judge in Freehold ruled today that a Washington State blogger who posted comments about the pornography industry is not covered by shield laws that protect newspaper reporters and can be sued for defamation.

"To say that everybody who blogs and is entitled to the shield nullifies what it's there for,He understood the internet is just another means of communication. It doesn't mean you can communicate anything you want-horrible things without checking them out."

MEDALS OF HONOR MUST BE RECOVERED

PLEASE HELP!

By Gordon Duff STAFF WRITER

Toledo, Ohio is slated to get a new veterans and military history exhibit tied to the opening of the new VA medical center.  Working with Rep. Marcy Kaptur's office, the Toledo Museum of Art, the Tennesee State Historical Society, the Smithsonian Institution and a number of other museums and organizations, we are seeking missing military relics that were on display at a now closed local museum

Many important pieces have been misplaced, including at least 5 Medals of Honor.  The Medal of Honor Society has furnished us with a list of medals issued.  If any private collector of museum is in possession of any of these medals, please contact us.  We wish to "repatriate" them to a place of honor.

If you can help us in any way, the veterans of Ohio would be thankful.  Please contact:  Gordon Duff gpduf@aol.com or Dan Foote dan.foote@mail.house.gov . 

What's Inside Today's Local News for Veterans

1. Shinseki's Rural Tour Visit Seen As Tied Into Presidential Campaign Concerns.  
2. Obama, Shinseki, Congress Urged To Deal With Claims Backlog.  
3. Duckworth Says VA Is "Going Through A Whole Transformation."  
4. Duckworth Touts Benefits Offered By New GI Bill.  
5. DeBakey VAMC Receives Grant To Create Brain Injury Center.  
6. Buffalo VAMC Director Prioritizes Timely Completion Of Medical Examinations.  
7. Fox News, Iraq Vet Raising Money For Special Operations Warrior Fund.  
8. Rove Notes Sacrifice Made In Iraq By "Remarkable" US Family.  
9. VAPAHCS Breaks Ground On New Mental Health Facility.  
10. Vets Thank Psychiatrist For Post-Retirement Service.

Military Veterans and Active Military Personnel Honored with Apartment Rent Discount Program

Empirian Property Management to offer a 30% rent discount for military veterans and active military personnel.

Montvale, NJ -- Empirian Property Management is proud to offer a rent discount program for military personnel called the Service Appreciation Program. The Service Appreciation Program, which grants up to a 30% discount on monthly rent, is available in over 350 apartment communities across 17 states (For a complete list, visit www.empirianprogram.com) to any military veteran or active member of the military.

“With the upcoming Memorial Day holiday, it’s a honor to be able to show our appreciation for the fine men and women who bravely serve our country,” says Eli Feller, Assistant VP of Acquisitions, “in these challenging financial times, we are grateful to have the opportunity to assist in reducing their largest expense – rent.”

COVERT SPY OPERATIONS AGAINST VETERANS TRYING TO SAVE THEIR PARK FROM CROOKED DEVELOPERS - THE DVA RESPONDS:

"WE DO IT ALL THE TIME"

By Gordon Duff  STAFF WRITER

Read it yourself.  This is the email:

"From: Tillman, Ralph D xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: Incident on June 28, 2009
To: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 2:01 PM

Commander Martin:  It was a pleasure meeting with you yesterday.  We appreciate your willingness to bring to our attention an incident that concerned you.  As requested, we have reviewed the incident over the weekend including a review of police reports and discussions with the officers involved.  We, once again, confirm that surveillance activities were occurring during the weekend, primarily due the Iranian election protest adjacent to our property. 

(EDITORS NOTE:  NOT ADJACENT/HALF A MILE AWAY) As you can imagine, the first and foremost responsibility for our VA police is to assure the safety and well being of the veterans and staff that are on our campus.(SPYING ON PTSD PATIENTS?)  The situation with the demonstration at the Federal Building was potentially very serious. (DEMONSTATORS WERE PRO-AMERICAN ACTIVISTS) When the car you were riding in drove across the grass in an aggressive manner and your group confronted our police officer (DRESSED AS A GARDENER AND CARRYING A RAKE AND SHOVEL), we had no way to ascertain what your intentions were. (GARDENING ADVICE?) The response from the officer in the surveillance van (?????)and the subsequent responding officers was very measured (ILLEGALLY DETAINING VETERANS GROUP LEADERS ON VETERANS LAND) and appropriate considering the situation as it unfolded.  However, we do regret any inconvenience this may have caused.(ILLEGAL SPYING AND DETENTION IS "INCONVENIENCE?")  Please know that our goal is the meet the needs of our veterans.  If I can be of further service, please do not hesitate to call.  Ralph Tillman/Acting Chief Public Communications/DVA"

• THE IRANIANS BEING WATCHED WERE ACTUALLY AMERICAN VETERANS NOWHERE NEAR THE PRO-DEMOCRACY PROTESTS
• THE VA LATER ADMITTED TILLMANS STATEMENT NOT ACCURATE - SPYING WAS ON VETS

HOW DO WE TELL WHO ARE LEGITMATE VA EMPLOYEES WHEN GROUNDS KEEPERS ARE POLICE SPIES AND DELIVERY VEHICLES ARE BORROWED FROM HOMELAND SECURITY?  THINK ABOUT THIS FOR A MINUTE... 

WASHINGTON – Yesterday, L. Tammy Duckworth, the assistant secretary for public and intergovernmental affairs at the Department of Veterans Affairs, made a successful visit to Vermont to promote the Post-9/11 GI Bill and meet with veterans.

“The Post-9/11 GI Bill throws open the doors of the country’s colleges and university to Veterans,” Duckworth said.  “The Department of Veterans Affairs is working with those educational institutions to help Veterans improve their lives through education.”

President Obama Signs Bill Awarding Congressional Gold Medal to Women Airforce Service Pilots

First women to fly American military aircraft served courageously, blazed trails during WWII

WASHINGTON – President Obama today signed into law S. 614, a bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP).  WASP was established during World War II with the primary mission of flying non-combat military missions in the United States thus freeing their male counterparts for combat missions.  Its pilots were the first women ever to fly American military aircraft and flew almost every type of aircraft operated by the United States Army Air Force during World War II on a wide range of missions.