Senator Richard J. Gordon is welcomed by members of the Veterans Federation of the Philippines during the celebration of 60thAnniversary of the Lingayen Landing, in Lingayen, Pangasinan last January 9. Gordon has been batting for the recognition of the heroism of the Filipino veterans and the payment of the benefits that are due them. The event is one of the series of year-long events held for the WWII Commemoration.