Washington Legislative Reception

Tonight rounded out the legislative conference, and we ended it in the usual fashion:  Hosting a reception for our Senators, Representatives, and Congressional Staff members in Ketchum Hall, located within the VFW Memorial Building.  Also present were members of our DC and KC offices as well as many of the department legislative members.  The purpose of this reception is to welcome our elected officials and give them an opportunity to speak with us in a more relaxed atmosphere.  As many of you know, some things are just easier when you are out of the office.

Ketchum Hall is a beautiful conference/meeting room and if you visit DC headquarters make sure you peek in.  It's on the opposite side of the hallway from the Commander in Chief's office on the main floor.  Chief Doc and Senior Hal had a few words of wisdom and I merely echoed their sentiments.  I'm still the Junior after all!  Executive Director B.J. Lawrence reminded us to remember those affected by the September 11 attacks.

Kudos again to our National Legislative Director Carlos Fuentes for bringing the entire week together and hosting a great event this evening.  He even smiled in this picture!