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October 12, 2011

Major General Drew Davis Retirement Speech
ROA names Marine General as Executive Director

The Reserve Officers Association has
named retired Marine Major General Andrew B. Davis as its new executive director. He succeeds Army Major General David Bockel who accepted a new position in Atlanta, Ga. in September.
> Read more

   
Advocacy:

Letter to the JSC on Deficit Reduction
This week, ROA supported The Military Coalition in a letter to Representative Dave Camp, member of the JSC on Deficit Reduction, concerning the importance of sustaining the military career retention incentive package.
> Read the letter

ROA submits testimony on burial eligibility at Arlington National Cemetery
The HVAC subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs (DAMA) held a hearing on "Arlington National Cemetery: An Update on Reform and Progress."
> Review the hearing and read ROA's statement

   
ROA Blog

New Blog Posts
> Progress at Arlington National Cemetery
Reflection upon recent improvements at Arlington National Cemetery
> Equal Sacrifice, Equal Honor
Examining burial eligibility for RC service members at Arlington National Cemetery
> Whistle blower Suit Against Big Banks
Discussion of the recent lawsuit that claims companies are defrauding veterans and taxpayers 
> USERRA: Reemployment in the NFL?
With the Patriot's player, Eric Kettani, cut from the team, USERRA rights are explored for NFL players
>
Military Voters Disadvantaged During Presidential Primaries
As states race to the primaries, military personnel face more difficulties in voting

   
Law Center:

 New Law Reviews
> No. 1183 Military Voting in 2011 Elections
>
No. 1182 Does USERRA Apply to Me?
> No. 1181 Does DOL Delay Count Against Me in Timeliness of My Lawsuit     
> No 1180 It is Not Your Responsibility to Find a Replacement
> No. 1179 SCRA Only Protects Your Military Income From State Income Tax

   

ANNOUNCEMENTS:  
Where is your RC deployed?

Check deployment numbers by service in the Weekly Mobilization Report

Upcoming Events:
The Department of the Navy is sponsoring the 2nd Annual Wounded Warrior Hiring and Support Conference, November 9-10 in Tyson's Corner.
> See the invitation and learn more about this event

Annual Army War College Essay Contest Announced 
The Army War College Foundation is now accepting submissions for their 2012 essay contest.  The topic must relate to the strategic use of land power and must be submitted by February 17, 2012.

> Learn how to participate

American Corporate Partners Offers Career Counseling to Returning Veterans
ACP provides a variety of free resources for service members transitioning to the civilian workforce through mentoring, career counseling, and networking.

> Visit their website to learn more about ACP programs

 

 

 

 

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HISTORY:
October 12, 1870
General Robert E. Lee, commander of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia during the Civil War, died in Lexington, Virginia at the age of 63. Lee earned a reputation for his brillant tactics and battlefield leadership.


 

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