Vietnam and Gulf War Veterans Group Backs Cliff Stearns

While he does not face a Democrat in next weeks elections, Republican U.S. Rep. Cliff Stearns is keeping his bases covered. Stearns, who does face a challenge from independent candidate Steve Schonberg, announced on Tuesday that he won the backing of the board of the National Vietnam & Gulf War Veterans Coalition.

I would like to take this opportunity to express, on behalf of the National Vietnam & Gulf War Veterans Coalition, our appreciation for your willingness to serve our nation and to support those who have, like you, answered Americas call to duty, wrote John Molloy, chairman of the organization. Accordingly, the board of the National Vietnam & Gulf War Veterans Coalition was polled and has unanimously approved the coalitions endorsement of your candidacy.

I deeply appreciate this support from the coalition and I thank the members for their service during the Vietnam War and the Gulf War, said Stearns. I share their commitment to maintaining a strong defense and caring for our veterans.