ANSWER: Totally Prohibited. At a recent post meeting, a comrade made a point of order just before elections were opened in new business. The comrade made a point of order that “proxy votes are allowed.” In the 2023 VFW Podium Edition of the Manual of Procedure, Article I – Members, Section 217 – Nomination, Election, … Continue reading Absentee Ballots and Proxy Votes in VFW Elections
There is no mention of flagstaff heads, finials, toppers, or ornaments in the US Flag Code (Title 4); this is an observation verified by the American Legion in the flag Q&A section. However, Army Regulation 840-10, Chapter 8: “Flagstaffs and Flagstaff Heads (Finials)” offers some guidance. In section 8-2 it designates the eagle finial is … Continue reading What flagstaff ornament (finial) can be used with the American Flag in a parade?
Job Description & Process Documentation OVERVIEW: “Comrade Adjutant, it shall be your duty to serve as the official corresponding officer of the Post.” RESPONSIBILITIES: Official corresponding officer for the Post. This includes: member applications, minutes, orders and circulars, a correspondence file, and officer proof of eligibility file. TASKS: JOB DESCRIPTION: TYPICAL TIMELINES (new adjutant) [minutes, … Continue reading VFW Post Adjutant
No; however, the post commander can work to get a post quartermaster removed. Here’s how. According to Sec. 220 of the VFW Bylaws (amended July 19, 2022), “Elected officers or elected committee members may be removed for just cause by the Post or the Department Commander as prescribed in Section 220 of the Manual of … Continue reading Can a post commander fire a post quartermaster?
By Charles M. Pickett A while ago, I was in a conversation with fellow comrades about a VFW meeting where a VFW comrade announced his candidacy for a department-level position; unfortunately, the next recognized comrade called the candidate a “liar” and proceeded to insult the candidate. While perhaps entertaining, ad hominem (Latin for ‘to the … Continue reading “He’s a Liar!: Ad Hominem Attacks During a VFW Meeting
by Charles M. Pickett “It is imperative that we verify the eligibility of every member that signs up for the VFW, not only to comply with our Bylaws but also to maintain the integrity of the organization” (Veterans of Foreign Wars Eligibility Worksheet) The Veterans of Foreign Wars is an exclusive veteran service organization. Membership … Continue reading Proof of Service to Establish Eligibility for VFW Membership
