McNerney for Congress Announces Major Veterans Endorsement

Dublin, Calif.-- On August 13, Jerry McNerney announced endorsements from Tracy resident Dave Norris, past State Commander of the California Veterans of Foreign Wars, and other prominent Northern California veterans and veterans' advocates.

"I am honored to receive Dave's endorsement. Dave's been a fighter for veterans his whole life and is committed to making sure our veterans receive the benefits they earned through their service and sacrifice. As a veteran himself and a leader in both the California and national VFW, I'm pleased to have Dave on board. Together we'll continue the fight for expanded veterans' services in our region and better treatment of veterans nationwide," McNerney said today.

Dave Norris, a decorated Vietnam veteran from Tracy and member of VFW Post 52 in Stockton, is the immediate past President of the California VFW, having served a one-year term from 2007 to 2008. He also served as a National Chaplain in 2003, in addition to two terms as California chaplain.

These achievements capped Norris' career of service in leadership positions through both the California and national VFW. He was honored as All-American Post Commander in 1996-1997 and two years later was named All-American District Commander, also serving as District Commander Captain that year. Norris served on several different VFW National Committees, including POW/MIA, National Security and Foreign Affairs, as well as Youth Development."There is no stronger supporter of our veterans than Jerry McNerney. His dedication comes from a deep sense of doing what is right," Norris said.

"I am proud to stand with him today, as I know he will continue his good work to honor, protect, and defend those that stood and sacrificed so much for each of us. Service to our veterans knows no political party," Norris continued, a Republican who endorses the strongest candidate on veterans' issues, regardless of party affiliation.

The formal endorsement event, held today at Manteca's Veterans' Memorial, was attended by veterans and their supporters from across the area.

Other prominent veterans and veterans' advocates endorsing Jerry McNerney today include:

Tino Adame
Commander American Legion Karl Ross Post 16, Stockton

Eugene Cota
Veteran, Pleasanton  

Bill Evans
Veteran, Pleasanton  

David Hamm
Veteran, Pleasanton  

Tom Liggett
Former Commander American Legion McFall Grisham Post 249, Manteca  

Cary Martin
Service Officer American Legion Karl Ross Post 16, Stockton  

Jerry Wiggen
Veteran, Manteca