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Heartland of America Chapter ***** October 2014 *****

The Tuskegee Airmen Protected Our Bombers Then & Still Doing Great Things for America

Why honor the Tuskegee Airmen? Their remarkable story of vision, hope, hard work and

discipline proved that individuals can accomplish the remarkable, regardless of the

obstacles, and remains as relevant today as it was seventy years ago.

(see inside back cover for details)

Check out our website at

www.HeartlandMOAA.us or call (402)339-7888

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IF YOU DON’T

VOTE DON’T COMPLAIN

ABOUT WHAT YOU LOSE

Have you looked closely at what each Congressional candidate stands for

considering your earned military service benefits such as medical care and

retirement? Where do they stand on military readiness, the national debt, immigration, economy, personal privacy & NSA issues? How do you think

they will vote in the House or Senate? For or against the President’s plans?

Most of us believe in a strong national defense and the need to take care of those that have and continue to provide it. Most of us know that our nation

is in a fiscal mess, but our people in uniform did not cause it and should not bear a disproportionate share of the burden to fix it, as planned now.

Current law ties military pay increases to the Employment Cost Index (ECI)

because after the disastrous results of the mid-80’s pay caps and benefit reductions, Congress passed legislation to prevent the dangerous shortfalls

in recruiting and retention. In the previous decade, incremental changes to pay and improvements in benefits helped maintain the force through more

than a decade of war and sacrifice. Now the Senate and Administration would severely reverse what already has been fixed. The combination of

less than a full, earned, pay increase and reduction in Basic Housing Allowance penalizes those who have given so much and, based on a quick

look at the breaking news in the Middle East, may very well be called upon

to do it some more, only this time with even more strain on their family budget. It’s wrong to say, “thanks for your service,” while at the same time

picking the pockets of those same people.

SO, PLEASE VOTE… OUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU TO DO IT !

If you have changed addresses, go to the County Election Office or online. Otherwise, if you show up at your old polling place, you might not get to

vote or your vote will be a provisional one, not looked at until the election is over and only if those votes could make the difference of who wins. They

are also easier to toss out. (voting for things pertinent only to your old address is illegal and could subject you to voter fraud charges.)

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The Bulletin Board Is the Newsletter of the Heartland of America Chapter

of the Military Officers Association of America. Content is from members, MOAA internet mail, MOAA’s Affiliate, and other military-oriented sources. Material used is

public domain or attributed as to source and copyright.

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Lt Colonel Patrick L. Jones, USAF (Ret) Editor & Webmaster

Volume XXVIII Number 10 October 2014

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

Our September meeting featured a presentation on the Benson High School JROTC’s trip to France where they

represented Nebraska at the 70th Anniversary of D-Day.

Because D-Day is such an important part of our military history, Chapter members were asked to bring in World

War II memorabilia that was displayed across the front of our meeting room. We thank those of you who shared

these items as they reminded us of the sacrifice and valor of family members and veterans who participated

in World War II.

As our salads were being served, we listened to a brief

but very interesting presentation by Jim Janicki of Hillcrest Health Services, one of our newsletter

sponsors. Jim explained how the options for “senior living” have expanded and he described

how Hillcrest’s newest facility, the Grand Lodge,

currently under construction and opening in a few

months, incorporates these options.

One of our guest attendees at the

meeting was Rita Salucci’s uncle, Edward Sobczyk, a decorated World War II

veteran and a D-Day participant. After dinner, Lt Col Pat Jones described the

exploits of Edward who participated in

the five major battles in the European Theater—D-Day, the liberation of Paris,

Hurtgen Forest, Ardennes, and the Battle of the Bulge. (Pat had also put on display

material from his father’s action at Iwo Jima that included the pistol that the

Japanese soldier used to wound him before his father killed the same soldier in hand-to-hand combat.) Pat, thanks

for describing Edward Sobczyk gallantry and showing us your father’s exploits.

Hillcrest Health Services’ Jim Janicki

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Our main presenters were Cadet Lt. Col. Katie Glessman of the Benson High School Army JROTC

and the Detachment Commander (and Chapter member) Lt Colonel Mike DeBolt, USA (Ret). They

described their trip to Normandy, France, for the 70th Anniversary of D-Day. Twenty-seven cadets

made the trip. Mike DeBolt described the fundraising efforts of the cadets and how working

various events they attained their goal of over $90,000. (Our Chapter had donated $1000.) Mike

described his pride in his cadets as they participated in ceremonies, parades, and other activities in Normandy before they spent a

couple of days in Paris where they viewed the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre museum, and other sights. Mike

then showed a 10 minute video of the Benson

contingent in the D-Day activities and in Paris. Then, Katie Glessman described her view of the trip. Katie,

along with several other cadets, had never flown until this trip. She described the overwhelming pride

that she felt in participating in the parades, seeing the large cemeteries, and learning of the great

sacrifice of so many. She said she also learned the cost of hamburgers at a MacDonald’s in Paris--

expensive. Katie has joined the Army Reserves, completed Basic Training this summer, and is hoping

to win an appointment to West Point. We wish her

the best.

We participated in the August 18th VA Nebraska—Western Iowa Health System’s Welcome Home

Event at Werner Park. The purpose of the event

was to provide information on the organizations that provide information and resources to better

the lives of veterans and their families. This was a well-organized event with some 40

organizations providing information. We had a good evening as we signed up three new chapter

members with the likelihood of two more. Thanks to Dick Doolittle, Rene Dreiling, and Ken McClure

for staffing our table.

Our August 28th meeting (picnic/ball game) at Werner Park was well attended in spite of some

forecasts for rain. This is the one time a year we see some of our chapter members. It was great

seeing them and we hope they can attend some

more meetings. The weather did hold off and we saw the Storm Chasers defeat the Colorado Sky

Food was plentiful at the ballgame

Ken McClure, Dick Doolittle, and Dan Donovan at VA event

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Sox, 7-2. This victory led to the Storm Chasers winning that series and the

division pennant. The Storm Chasers have since won two more series, the Pacific Coast League (PCL)

Championship, and the AAA Championship over the Pawtucket Red Sox.

Retirement Appreciation Day 2014 will be held at the

Offutt AFB Base Exchange on Sunday, 19 October. Please note the new location.

We will be losing some of our Chapter Board members later this year. If you

think you may be interested in joining the Board, please join us at a Board Meeting, at the Bellevue Egg and I , on Thursday, October 9th, 11:45—1:00 pm. -- Col Dan Donovan d.donovan1@cox.net 402-339-7888

Legislative Report (by B/Gen Paul Cohen USAF (Ret))

As predicted, the Congress passed a Continuing

Resolution to keep the government functioning at least through December 11, 2014. The exact guidelines for

the operation of the various and sundry departments is still being evaluated, but it appears that most military

spending will be authorized at the same level as FY 13-14. Most observers are still of the opinion that the

“lame duck” session will not produce a finalized authorization and thus yet another CR will be passed

that will be in place until March 11, 2015.

The National Defense Authorization Act for the coming fiscal year also fell

victim to inaction by the Senate. It, too, is unlikely to be passed during the lame duck either, creating uncertainty for the direction of the Department of

Defense in a time of global turmoil. The President, while praising the troops for their service, put a limit on their pay raise for the coming year at 1% by

Executive Order. Once again, this administration ignores the current law that grants pay increases for the military equal to the Employment Cost Index

(ECI). The increase should be 1.8%. Only Congressional action or a legal challenge will reverse the Order. The latter is highly unlikely and the former

seems remotely possible anytime soon. As we’ve stated before, the House version of the NDAA meets nearly all of MOAA’s goals for the year, while the

Senate proposal does not. A few Senators have stepped up and are sponsoring amendments to the Senate’s NDAA that would restore the full pay raise, reject

the cut to Basic Housing Allowance and reject the massive increase in TriCare co-pays. That would seem to give some hope going forward, but the Senate

Leadership has rarely allowed full discussion or amendments on most bills

reaching the Senate floor. It may be well into the next calendar year before an NDAA is passed by the Senate and a new one passed again in the House.

In the next month, the agenda for Nebraska legislation should become clearer. Several State Senators are working on issues including improving the current

income tax exemption for military pension, clarifying and improving licensure

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requirements for veterans and spouses, establishment of veterans’ drug courts,

allowing judges greater leeway in awarding temporary custody for dependents of deploying military members and improvements in transition assistance for

veterans seeking employment in Nebraska. Our Chapter has been asked to work with the State Legislature on several of these matters. We will continue

to monitor progress and engage as necessary on those bills of interest.

Programs for remainder of 2014 (from Larry Bradley Maj USA (Ret))

Our October 15th program is a presentation by the President of the local Alfonza W. Davis chapter of the

Tuskegee Airmen, Inc., Robert D. Rose. Capt Rose is a retired AF officer with 28 years of service. His program

will include audiovisual presentations on the Tuskegee Airmen and discuss the many beneficial programs the

group is involved in.

November 19th will be our usual program hosting leading cadets from the local College and University ROTC

programs.

December 17th will be our holiday program and installation of officers for the coming year. Start those disciplines now to fit into your dress uniform!

Ken McClure and I are already at work to bring you informative and enjoyable programs in 2015. After consulting with the Board, we have decided to go see

Spamalot at the Omaha Community Playhouse in June. Other programs we are working to arrange include a briefing by some of the units in the 55th Wing,

Mark Langon, the author of “Busting Bad Guys”, the Fontenelle Forest Raptor Recovery program and Tim Miles, the UNL basketball coach.

As always, I want to encourage you to send me your leads and suggestions for

programs. Thank you for all the suggestions I have received. Please keep them coming. Call or email me, Larry Bradley at 402.321.4851 or

email Bradlar1@aol.com, if you have suggestions.

President Caps Military Pay Raise (MOAA Legislative Update – 5 Sept)

On August 29, President Obama sent a letter notifying Congress that he is using his authority under law to cap the active duty military pay raise at 1

percent in 2015. Typically the active duty pay raise is determined by private sector wage growth, measured by the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Employment

Cost Index (ECI). The ECI calls for a 1.8 percent pay raise in 2015. However, the President has executive authority to make an alternative pay adjustment if

he considers it necessary due to national emergency or economic concerns.

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This is the second consecutive year the President used his authority to

implement a lower pay raise. From 2000 to 2012, Congress worked hard

to eliminate a 13.5 percent military pay gap with the private sector

caused by repeatedly capping military raises in the 1980s and ‘90s.

But the restoration of military pay comparability with the private sector

is under threat. Pay has been capped for two years, and the

administration’s FY 2015 budget proposes to continue caps for a total

of six years. Earlier this year, the

House rejected the administration’s pay cap and authorized a 1.8 percent

raise in its version of the FY 2015 defense authorization bill and

appropriated funding to pay for it.

The Senate Armed Services Committee supported the administration’s 1.0

percent cap. To reverse the President’s decision to cap pay in 2015, Congress

would need to override the President’s authority to alter the pay raise from the ECI. MOAA President Vice Adm. Norb Ryan, USN (Ret) responded to the

President’s announcement, saying “Pay raises for the military, just like those of average Americans, are important for retention. It’s a fundamental principle of

sustaining the all-volunteer force… History has shown that once Congress starts accepting proposals to cap military pay below private sector growth,

those caps continue until retention and readiness are compromised.” Comparability can’t work unless it’s sustained through both good and bad

budget times. - See more at: http://www.moaa.org/Main_Menu/Take_Action/Top_Issues/Serving_in_Uniform/Compensation/P

resident_Caps_Military_Pay.html#sthash.xpcIh1hX.dpuf

Report: 25% of Troops Use Food Assistance (MOAA Legislative Update – 22 August)

The recent results of a survey by Feeding America (page 16), the largest

domestic hunger-relief charity in the U.S., suggests that 620,000 households containing at least one currently serving military member utilize food banks

and other food assistance programs.

That’s a staggering statistic – 25 percent of the currently serving force.

Pentagon officials were quick to refute the validity of the report’s statistics, but regardless of the actual number, the survey reflects many military families are

using food banks to help make ends meet.

Chapter President Dan Donovan giving the Chapter

Challenge Coin to our distinguished guests, Ed Sobczyk,

LtCol Mike DeBolt, and Cadet Katie Glessman

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Recent DoD proposals to cap pay, cut back on the housing allowance, and

require active duty family members to pay more for their health care will inevitably cause more military families, who are already stretched thin, to

utilize these resources just to make ends meet.

These proposals pose a significant financial burden to service members and

their families.

Thankfully, the House rejected these budget-driven proposals in its version of

the FY 2015 defense authorization bill. MOAA is working with the Senate to secure amendment sponsors to strike these three proposals from the Senate

defense bill.

MOAA has worked with Sen. Mark Begich (D-Alaska) to introduce an

amendment to eliminate proposed cuts to Basic Allowance for Housing; amendments to block the active duty pay cap and health care fee increases are

expected to come soon.

You can help military families by sending your senators a MOAA-suggested

message asking them to adopt these amendments to ensure pay, allowances, and benefits keep pace with inflation. - See more at: http://www.moaa.org/Main_Menu/Take_Action/Top_Issues/Serving_in_Uniform/Compensation/Report__25_Percent_of_Troops_Use_Food_Assistance.html#sthash.QsBbXPLT.dpuf

Your Guide to Charity Evaluation Tools (MOAA News Exchange – 17 Sept- by Erica Welch)

You have decided you want to donate to a good cause. However, determining

which charities will make the best use of your donation can be challenging. Every now and then, MOAA receives questions asking us to evaluate and verify

the validity of other charities. Unfortunately evaluating other charitable organizations is outside of our expertise. We can provide you with a few great

resources that will help you give to a charity with confidence.

Charity Navigator is an independent American nonprofit corporation that

evaluates thousands of charitable organizations. They rate charities by evaluating two broad areas of performance, their Financial Health and their

Accountability & Transparency. Charity Navigator’s mission is to be a guide to intelligent giving. Charity Navigator does not charge the charities they rate nor

do they charge the users of their service.

GuideStar is a public charity that collects, organizes, and presents information on U.S. nonprofit companies. GuideStar is not a charity evaluator it merely

presents the information you want in an easy-to-understand format while remaining neutral. GuideStar provides the information at no cost to the users.

BBB Wise Giving Alliance publishes the Wise Giving Guide three times a year.

They evaluate charities against comprehensive Standards for Charity Accountability. The BBB Wise Giving Alliance does not rank charities but assist

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donors in making sound giving decisions. Evaluations are done free of charge

to the charity and free for the public access. CharityWatch is a nonprofit charity watchdog and information service. Its mission is to maximize the effectiveness of every dollar contributed to charity

by providing donors with the information they need to make more informed giving decisions. CharityWatch is a great source for updated news about

charity groups. They are more of a watchdog group instead of an evaluation one. Each site evaluates and presents

information differently. Prospective donors must determine which evaluator suites them

best. Donors must consider, not every non-profit organization can be evaluated the

same way. Organizations dealing with extremely complicated and difficult issues

like substance abuse and domestic violence,

could take years to see results. For example, a group that aims to give disadvantaged

youth more opportunities may take 10-15 years to determine whether it really worked.

Authenticating the results of vaccinations or a food bank is easier to determine. In addition, you should note that different

organizations could approach the same problem in different ways. For example, two groups that share the same goal of getting people jobs can report varying

program ratios even though they are both successful. Group A reports a higher amount of jobs found for people and group B reports a lower amount of jobs

found but they are better paying and more stable jobs. It is important for donors to do their homework. With more than 1.8 million IRS-recognized

charity and nonprofit organizations across the country, the charity you are

inquiring about might not have a rating.

Charity Navigator provides information on how to evaluate charities not currently rated. They also provide a convenient military focused content page.

Unfortunately, there are those who will try to take advantage of your generosity and kind heart. There are several web sites and organizations that

can help if you are suspicious of an organization or believe you have become a victim of a charity scam. If you feel a charity has misled you, you can file a

complaint against a charity with the Better Business Bureau.

The Federal Trade Commission provides a Charity Checklist providing tips to make sure your charitable contributions are put to good use. If you suspect

fraud and abuse, file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission by visiting their website or calling toll-free, 1-877-382-4357.

Your state attorney general’s office is responsible for investigating fraud, or

complaints against a nonprofit in your state. You can find a list of each state’s

Attorney General contact information by visiting The National Association of Attorneys General website.

Use the tools and resources available to you, free of charge, to give to a charity

with confidence. Of course, if you are looking to donate to an extremely worthy

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cause, we can say with complete confidence that MOAA’s Scholarship Fund is a

great, trustworthy charity. - See more at: http://www.moaablogs.org/battleofthebilge/2014/07/charity-evaluation/#sthash.fcJtVrwu.dpuf

Auxilary Corner: New Opportunities For Auxilary Members (MOAA Affiliate – 4 Sept- by Kathy Prout)

MOAA’s auxiliary members are the survivors of

deceased MOAA members or the survivors of deceased individuals who, if living, would be

eligible for MOAA membership. As of a vote by

MOAA members in August 2012, auxiliary members now have voting rights.

This year, for the first time, an auxiliary member will hold an elected position on the MOAA board of

directors for a six-year term of office. His or her job

will be to act as a spokesperson for all auxiliary members and to represent the interests and issues of

surviving spouses on the board.

Auxiliary members also are eligible for leadership roles in councils and chapters. Some chapters already have begun using the talents of their auxiliary

members on their boards, not just as auxiliary liaisons but also as chapter presidents, vice presidents, secretaries,

newsletter editors, and more.

Auxiliary members add value to chapters and

councils. As military spouses, they have many experiences unique to the military lifestyle.

They have left their hometowns and established new homes at every duty station,

moved often and usually alone, and served the role of single parents during deployments

before Skype and email existed. In addition, they have been chauffeurs, team parents,

scout leaders, PTA officers and members, event planners, hosts, fundraisers for military officers’ spouses’ clubs and other

organizations, and committee chairs —sometimes all while holding jobs of their

own. Auxiliary members can be sources of untapped talent.

Auxiliary members should consider volunteering for leadership positions within local chapters, and chapter leaders should consider inviting their auxiliary

members to participate in their chapters. Chapters with active auxiliary members tend to be more successful. Think about including your auxiliary

members when considering new board positions. They will increase your official chapter membership while providing new ideas and leadership

opportunities for your chapter or council. - See more at: http://www.moaa.org/main_article.aspx?id=14910#sthash.VePfKOua.dpuf

Joan Millor and Paula Muth

Carol Maasdam from Lincoln with Marty Didamo

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MOAA’s New Membership Model

BASIC Membership This model expands MOAA's reach to younger officers currently in uniform

by offering a relevant and compelling electronic experience (at no fee), and emphasizes that no one advocates more strongly for them than MOAA.

Features include: BASIC members will receive tailored communications about the

legislative issues that impact them and their families. BASIC members will have access to limited product, transition, and

financial information services. Includes information on the importance of chapter membership and

how to locate the nearest chapter. Anyone can join as a BASIC member, but members over age 35 are

limited to three years. BASIC members either lapse to a Prospect or upgrade to a PREMIUM or LIFE membership.

PREMIUM Membership

As BASIC members decide to remain in the career force or think about transition, upgrading their membership to PREMIUM will offer a better

package of transition services to help navigate a significant decision pointby: Providing life coaching with their second career search.

Providing valuable advice on financial and insurance needs. Becoming their new unit of assignment in retirement. We wore their same

uniforms and now work to protect what they've earned through a career of service and sacrifice.

Building trust and confidence for further advice on life's transitions. Building on the idea of chapter membership as part of their MOAA

membership experience. Premium members receive a voucher good for a one-year membership in their local chapter.

Note: PREMIUM members must choose a one-, two-, or three-year membership term. One year is $37, two years is $72, and three years is

$95. The only other PREMIUM category is for Auxiliary members. One

year is $34, two years is $65, and three years is $85. Any age member can be a PREMIUM member as long as their dues are paid. Lapsed

PREMIUM members downgrade to a BASIC Membership, which has age/time limitations.

LIFE Membership LIFE members are the regular commissioned component of the MOAA.

MOAA will capitalize on the activism of LIFE members by encouraging them to continue to serve in their communities by:

Further connecting them to our council and chapter network by offering them opportunities to make a difference. LIFE members joining

receive a voucher for a two-year local membership. Offers LIFE Membership benefits & privileges transferable to spouse.

Note: Anyone can be a Life member at any time. You can access the LIFE rate schedule through MOAA's Member Service Center by calling (800)

234-6622. LIFE Membership has a separate Dual Military Spouse rate.

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Beverly A.Snowden, Mark A. Spadaro, Ann Carolyn Standerwick, Lyle H.

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The men and women who have answered the call and paid the ultimate price so that we and future generations could have the freedoms so cherished by human beings. We must ever be vigilant and prepared to defend our way of life against those who would deny it. Callous politicians, power hungry egoists, corrupt individuals, adversarial religions, and even our latest self-oriented generations pose grave threat to the preservation of what many take for granted. Every citizen should take a few moments from time to time and reflect on the benefits we have in our country. They should give thanks to those who have served and preserved our way of life.

Hopefully, they will also pledge to do their part to keep it so. -- pj

With Age Comes Experience:

The sad thing about experience is that by the time you have it, nobody wants it! –

By the time you can afford to eat anything you want... you can no longer eat anything you want! –

You know you're getting older when you look in the mirror and say, "Dad?" –

At my age....when I see a pretty young woman, I wonder what her mom looks like –

When your joints are more accurate than the weatherman's, you know you're getting older!"

Inside every 70-year-old is a 35-year-old asking, 'What happened?'"

"The trouble with class reunions is that old flames have become even older."

"Old age is always 15 years older than I am." –

You know you're getting older when you've run out of things to learn the hard way –

You know you're getting older

when it takes you longer to get over having a good time than it took to have it! –

TODAY IS THE OLDEST YOU'VE EVER BEEN, YET THE YOUNGEST YOU'LL EVER BE, SO ENJOY THIS DAY WHILE IT LASTS.

May they not be forgotten:

Wandering Mind of an Old Retired Guy

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Heartland of America Chapter

Military Officers Association of America, MOAA

Dinner Meeting – 1800 Hours (6 pm for those retired a long time)

Wednesday, Oct 15th, 2014

Anthony's Restaurant (72nd and F Streets) Registration and Social Hour Begins at 6 pm - Dinner at 7 pm

Reservations are for meal selections only, and should be e-mailed to our central e-mail address or phoned to Ron and Sharon Russell. Please specify names of attendees, meal choices and include a phone number in case we need to contact you. Reservations should be in by Monday night before the dinner! If you must cancel your reservation, please call Ron or Sharon at 402-297-4244 prior to 4:00 pm on the day of the event; otherwise the chapter will be charged if you are a NO-SHOW and we will send you a bill for the cost.

E-mail: heartlandmoaa@hotmail.com Phone: 402-297-4244

Meal selections are as follows:

Lemon-Pepper Chicken Breast w/Rice Pilaf and Chef Choice Veg - $22.35 Baked Lasagna w/ Bread and Salad - $22.35

Asian Salmon Salad - $18.40

Payment will be collected in the party room. A pre-made-out check to Anthony's is preferred. Cash will be accepted but it slows down entry

and causes lines. Thank you for your support of this procedure. Note: Prices include tax and gratuity.

Program The Tuskegee airmen were the first black servicemen to serve as aviators in the U.S. armed forces, flying with distinction during World War II. Though

subject to racial discrimination both at home and abroad, the 996 pilots and more than 15,000 ground personnel who served with the all-black units were

credited with over 15,500 combat sorties and earned over 150 Distinguished Flying Crosses for their achievements. The highly publicized successes of the

Tuskegee Airmen helped pave the way for the eventual integration of the U.S. armed forces under President Harry Truman in 1948.

Remember the expression, “The more the merrier?” We ask you to help make our monthly meetings even merrier throughout the year with your presence.

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Nonprofit Org Heartland of America Chapter, MOAA

P.O. Box 1756 Bellevue NE 68005

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Omaha NE Permit No. 1448

-- One Powerful Voice --PRESIDENT’S REPORT/Legislative ReportPrograms for remainder of 2014President Caps Military Pay RaiseReport: 25% of Troops Use Food AssistanceYour Guide to Charity Evaluation ToolsAuxilary Corner: New Opportunities For Auxilary MembersMOAA’s New Membership ModelCHAPTER SPONSORSMay they not be forgotten:Wandering Mind of an Old Retired GuyDinner Meeting – 1800 Hours (6 pm for those retired a long time)