Additionally, Murphy’s recognition of the need for providing and guaranteeing full health coverage for National Guard and Reserve personnel demonstrates that he is a candidate who has the character and courage to do what is right for those in service to our country. We feel that veterans, active duty, military families, and in fact, all people of New York’s 20th Congressional District will be well-served with Scott Murphy as their representative by ensuring that America remains strong in national defense and in fighting terrorism while keeping faith with its those who serve, veterans, and their families.

"Coming from a family of veterans, I am honored to receive the endorsement from Veterans and Military Families for Progress and look forward to continuing Senator Gillibrand’s fight on behalf of our veterans across the 20th Congressional District", said Murphy.  "In Congress, I will work tirelessly to provide our brave heroes with better health care, more educational and job opportunities, and retirement security that is worthy of their heroic sacrifice."