Emerson supports veterans

There's been a lot of discussion about our nation's veterans in the campaign for Congress from the 8th District. The truth is Jo Ann Emerson has a record of supporting these heroes that her opponent, Tommy Sowers, could never match.

Jo Ann is endorsed by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Political Action Committee and supported by thousands of veterans across the district because she's working every day to improve the care and support our veterans receive. As the mother of a son and daughter who have served or are currently serving, Jo Ann understands, better than most, the sacrifice our servicemen and women and their families make.

As a veteran, I am proud that Jo Ann Emerson is representing me in Congress, and I enthusiastically support her re-election. Veterans across the 8th can continue to count on Jo Ann, and I know she'll continue to make us proud.

JAMES C. ROCHE, 3137 County Road 349, Jackson, MO 63755