[img_assist|nid=2866|title=John Stephen (R-Manchester) with veterans coalition|desc=Photo credit: Stephen campaign|link=none|align=middle|width=420|height=335]Former Health and Human Services Commissioner John Stephen (R-Manchester) unveiled a plan devoted to veterans and released a list of endorsements from Granite State veterans.

The release came hours after his Republican primary opponent, Jeb Bradley, touted his veteran endorsements during a debate on WGIR-AM this morning.

Stephen's plan, labeled "Call to Action," would allow veterans to choose where they receive care, open a full-service VA hospital in New Hampshire and restore the POW/MIA designation to those fighting the War on Terror.

"All Americans need to recognize the importance of the service these brave men and women have provided and make sure they have the services they need," said Stephen in a press release. "This should not be a partisan or political issue. We must send the clear message that we all support our troops and veterans. This plan focuses our efforts on getting our military personnel and veterans the resources they need in the best way possible. This is the least we can do to repay their service."

Stephen also released the names of 125 veterans who will comprise the "Veterans for Stephen Coalition."

Stephen's full plan and list of veterans can be read here: Congressional Candidate John Stephen Announces Plan For Military Personnel, Veterans; Releases Veterans Coalition