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Salvation Army National Commander Discusses Goals for Organization

What is the mission of the Salvation Army? How have the Salvation Army's goals changed as a result of the nation's recent economic problems? Host Maureen Cavanaugh speaks to Salvation Army National

Salvation Army National Commander Discusses Goals for Organization

Maureen Cavanaugh: When you talk about organizations that are on the front lines of helping people caught up in hard times, The Salvation Army is surely high on the list. The charity has been operating in the United States for more than 100 years. And, most of us are familiar with their annual red kettle collection drive every holiday season. The Salvation Army, like most charity organizations, is facing some challenges during this time of recession. And to discuss those issues, I'd like to welcome the Salvation Army's National Commander, Israel Gaither.

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