http://www.blogforamerica.com/archives/005793.htmlThis is quite a long and powerful endorsement, so just a few snips from it.
SNIP.."I met Howard Dean two years ago, as he was starting up his campaign for president. At that time, he was still an unknown former governor of Vermont and in single digits in the polls. I went into that meeting with a fair amount of skepticism.
However, I was immediately impressed with Howard's breadth of knowledge, his passion for Democratic principles, and his ability to articulate his position on any number of issues.
Many of you probably attended Howard's speech to the California Democratic Party in Sacramento in the spring of 2003. It was one of the most impressive political speeches that I have heard. He electrified the room, and moved us all. This speech reminded me of seeing President Kennedy speak at the Cow Palace when I was a young girl. From that moment, I knew Howard was a rare kind of inspirational leader, and someone I wanted to support. In the past two years, my initial impressions of Howard have only been confirmed. He is a proven leader, and I believe he would make an outstanding Chair of the Democratic National Committee.
There has been a lot of talk about the results of the 2004 elections and what Democrats need to do next. We could spend the next two years debating red states vs. blue states, but that will not put us in a position to win in 2006 and beyond. Instead, we need to move forward to victory.
Howard fits the bill."
SNIP..."Howard speaks so he can be heard. On health care, the economy, social security and foreign affairs, Howard is able to explain his position in a way that is convincing and easy to understand. He is smart and ready to take on the Republicans. Whether he is on Meet the Press, or getting interviewed by a local newspaper, Howard will be a messenger that we can be proud of...."
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http://www.house.gov/lofgren/