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Severson-Cairns Post 501, The American Legion

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POST 501 and MEMBERS in the MEDIA

2023, April 25 - Veterans Day at the Capitol 2023We three in the white "Be the One" shirts are members of Severson-Cairns American Legion Post 501, Madison, Wisconsin. we chose today, April 25, 2023, to bring more awareness to the tragedy of veteran suicide. Present American Legion Commander Troiola's call to action kept us searching for a way to call attention to this tragedy. We found our voice in an "Awareness Hike." It seemed to be our best way to bring attention to suicide prevention, perhaps not only to our fellow veterans, but to everyone. Legislative chairs and members of The Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Disabled American Veterans, and The American Legion happened to be planning a concerted effort to influence our legislators to consider and pass improved bills for the benefit of our fellow veterans, especially the disabled. We joined this effort to highlight "Be the One." We were ready, come rain or shine. We marched together, over 250 strong. If you're a veteran in crisis or concerned about one, contact the Veteran Crisis Line to receive 24/7 confidential support. Dial 988 then press 1. Or you can chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat or text 838255. You are not alone. (About 1 minute)

2024, May 27 - Memorial Day. Public Relations Chair Harvey Phillips attended the parade in Monona and was interviewed by a WKOW TV (Channel 27 News) reporter on the scene. He was there with other Post 501 members and their families.  (About 45-seconds)