AMERICANISM
Americanism is one of the four pillars of the American Legion.
I have always considered flay displays and flag waving as a high sign of Americanism. PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN!
Helping your fellow man, veteran or civilian is also a prime example of Americanism. I personally do a lot of volunteering at the VA and local events, but lately I have noticed that people do not give of themselves as much as they did before.
Our Legion programs, church events, school functions and the VA suffer when people don’t volunteer. I really don’t know why people have slowed down on their volunteering but as a society I see people being selfless and the attitude that we turning into a ME society and if it doesn’t benefit me financially then it not worth my time and effort.
I expect people to get mileage or a meal when volunteering but maybe you can help out without gaining financially, don’t always say what is in it for me.
I really respect people that volunteer for the sake of helping someone and not just to boost their EGO.
THANK YOU to everyone that does volunteer!
Bud Stimmler Clear Lake Legion Post 354