by skyzot63
WARRIOR LEGACY FOUNDATION
6:53 am in Conservatives, Democrats, Family, Freedom, Friends, Heroes, Memorial Day, Military, Politics, Republicans, Warrior Legacy Foundation by skyzot63
I think this is very important at this time in our history and needs the widest attention that can be made, all politics aside this is a great group if you are a Vet, know a Vet or have a family member who is serving now or has served. Our service members who came home from Vietnam were treated in the most disrespectful manner I have ever seen. I know because I was one of them.
The official launch of the Warrior Legacy Foundation is this Monday, Memorial Day. Obviously this day has deep significance for all of us and the legacy of our fallen is first and foremost in our minds as we move forward. They gave us this country and this opportunity and we thank them by remembering their sacrifice.
We want to involve all of our members as much as possible and we believe strongly in the power of social networks. You are our strongest asset. Our goal is to get a positive message about military service out to as many people as possible. The only time most people hear about the military is when someone is killed or portrayed as a victim. We will do all we can for those hurt physically or mentally, however most who served are made better by the experience and we want the country to know that.
The fact that there is a need for our group to exist is a symptom of the larger problem. Many of you have seen the quote "The military is at war, America is at the mall". Most Americans rarely run into our service men and women.You can represent the millions who have served by reaching out to your neighbors and co-workers. We want to raise your voices above the cacophony of bad news. We want our returning warriors to be proud to say they served in Iraq or Afghanistan. They should be proud to have served on a ship in the Indian Ocean. We want the Vietnam vets to receive the recognition they were cruelly denied when they came home. We want our WWII and Korean vets to know that their service is remembered. And our Cold War vets who stood ready for a war that didn’t happen will know all their efforts were valued.
So how do we do this? We start by getting our launch announcement to as many media outlets as possible. We have an extensive list of reporters who cover the military and national security, but here is how you can help. Take a look at your local media and send the press release to whoever seems appropriate. Paste the text in an email and attach the pdf. If you feel up to it, let them know you are available to talk about the group. If you get a response please let know and we will add them to our database. If you have friends or others who share your support of the military, send them the press release and ask them to join us, post something on Facebook, Tweet a Twitter. We gain power with every new voice and member.
We will be announcing more ways for you to get involved over the coming weeks and I want to thank every one of you for stepping up and joining us.
Honoring our Armed Forces: Warrior Legacy Foundation Launches Memorial Day
Washington, DC 26 May 2009:
This Memorial Day we launch a new group, The Warrior Legacy Foundation- a non partisan organization committed to the protection, promotion and dignity of America’s Warriors. The membership of the group is open to anyone who believes in this cause.
Across every generation, at war and at peace, America has asked her citizens to protect liberty and
defend freedom at all costs. And no matter the terrain or political climate, America’s Warriors have met
every challenge and made every sacrifice that was asked of them in order to defeat our enemies and
protect our way of life. The Warrior Legacy Foundation is a passionate advocate for the preservation
and elevation of the hallowed legacy of the American Warrior Class. Join us and stand firm in defense of the heritage of those brave souls who have protected our sovereignty throughout our great nation’s history.
They have asked for nothing and have given us everything.
Below is a message from our Executive Director, David Bellavia:“Welcome to The Warrior Legacy Foundation (WLF).
By joining our ranks today you are standing shoulder to shoulder with the only organization in our great nation that is steadfastly dedicated to the protecting the legacy and honor of ALL those who have served this great nation. A Warrior is not defined by valor awards, era, deployments or branch of service. Rather a Warrior is someone dedicated to a noble code entrenched in honor and understands the importance of protecting our American way of life no matter what is asked of them. At WLF, there is no distinction in service to our nation. No generational bigotry. No valor elitism. One unapologetic message with millions of messengers.
Veterans make the community in which they live a better place.”WLF will work to educate all Americans about those who bought them the freedoms they enjoy each and every day. We will ensure that children grow up with the knowledge that brave men and women volunteer to face our enemies abroad so they can be safe here at home. We will capture the stories of all those who came before us and preserve them for posterity. We will never forget that the sacrifices of those who went to war bought the freedom and liberty we enjoy daily.
To arrange an interview with our Executive Director, Medal Of Honor nominee David Bellavia, or other WLF leaders please contact:
Sr. Director Communications, Jim Hanson at
jim.hanson@warriorlegacyfoundation.org or (608) 213 1702
