If I remember correctly the VFW and American Legion both backed Obama.
We all must remember there are all types who serve and therefore all types of vets. Not all of them are conservative.
VFW does not endorse candidates .
We all must remember there are all types who serve and therefore all types of vets. Not all of them are conservative.
Keep in mind, too, that the leadership of any group will tend to made up of the people who specifically angle to get into that leadership. Liberals tend to do that specifically so they can take over groups. Probably what happened here, and the VFW and AL don't represent that majority of veterans.
The American Legion does not endorse candidates. That is contrary to its founding principles and Congressional Charter.
The American Legion does advocate Veterans issues. It exposed the Department of Veterans Affairs current failings. And it continues to hold the department accountable to Congress and The People.