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calteacherguy (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 12:24 PM Original message |
Updated endorsement announcement from Clark's website. |
Just got updated a few minutes ago....
Today, I am proud to announce my endorsement of Senator Hillary Clinton as President of the United States. Senator Hillary Clinton has earned the support of millions of Americans in her campaign for president -- and today I am pleased to count myself among them. The world has reached a critical point, and we need a leader in the White House with the courage, intelligence and humility to navigate through many troubling challenges to our security at home and abroad. I believe Senator Clinton is that leader, and I whole-heartedly endorse her for President of the United States. Senator Clinton and I share a worldview in which diplomacy is the best first-strike tool in our arsenal; in today’s complicated global system, the United States should be making more friends than enemies. Never before have so many Americans had our well-being so closely tied to world events. Our economic and national security has become more complicated than ever before, and we deserve a leader who draws on wisdom, compassion, intelligence and moral courage -- in short, we need Hillary Clinton. She is tough but fair, a rock-solid leader equal to the many weighty challenges ahead of us. As I make this endorsement today, I realize this may disappoint many of you who hoped that I would run for President myself in 2008. But rest assured: I’m not going anywhere. I’m going to continue to speak out on issues I care about, to work with you to support good Democratic candidates who will help restore the kind of leadership we need in America, to make sure our nation is as secure at home and abroad as it possibly can be. Your support has been absolutely essential – to our country, to our Democratic candidates, and to me personally. I would never have run for President in 2003 without your support – after all, you drafted me into the race! I can’t tell you how much it means to me that you’ve been standing with me since my campaign for President and right up until now. And we still have so much work to do. Together, we made a huge difference in the 2006 elections. We helped 42 candidates win their races across America, including 25 candidates who flipped their seats from Republican to Democratic seats. Our Clark community raised more than $1 million for candidates, not to mention the millions of hours of volunteer time members of the Clark community provided to campaigns in every corner of our nation. And I am most proud of the fact we helped elect a number of veterans to the House and Senate. What a tremendous victory for America – and it wouldn’t have been possible without the hard work that you and I and tens of thousands of us put in over those 24 months. The fight is just beginning for the future of America. Through WesPAC, you and I and thousands of other Americans will continue to play a very active role throughout this entire upcoming campaign -- to support strong candidates, to get them into office, and to get our country back on the right track. Your continued participation in the political process is absolutely critical. I hope you’ll all join me in supporting Hillary Clinton’s campaign for President. And I hope you’ll continue to be active here at WesPAC as we support many candidates up and down the ballot in 2008, and continue to speak out on the issues. I’m proud to endorse Hillary Clinton for President of the United States. But I’m not going anywhere, and I hope you’re not either. We have a lot of work to do in the months and years ahead to get America moving forward again – and I need you with me. Thanks so much for everything you’ve done – and everything I know you’ll continue to do – for me, for Democrats, and for our country. www.securingamerica.com |
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emilyg (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 12:33 PM Response to Original message |
1. Good man. |
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juajen (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 02:28 PM Response to Original message |
2. Thank you, General Clark! |
This country needs you more than ever.
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Lucinda (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 02:52 PM Response to Original message |
3. I hope whoever is elected |
Is smart enough to make use of this man
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Coexist (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 03:41 PM Response to Original message |
4. I love the General and hoped he would run - but I don't support this |
this makes me very, very sad.
My disappointment is tremendous. |
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ginchinchili (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 03:47 PM Response to Reply #4 |
5. I Second That. Gen. Clark Has Made a Serious Mistake |
A vote for Hillary in the primary is a vote for Giuliani in the general election. Too bad the good general doesn't see this.
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alfredo (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 05:00 PM Response to Reply #5 |
18. Remember Rudy ran against her in NY and dropped out because he was |
getting his ass handed to him.
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Snarkturian Clone (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 03:55 PM Response to Original message |
6. Bad choice, Wes. |
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superkia (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 04:13 PM Response to Original message |
7. Maybe he is looking for a new position, could be a good thing? |
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Inspired (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 04:43 PM Response to Original message |
8. I would like to know what the Clark supporters |
think about this?
I'm not surprised at all....in fact I could have predicted this a couple of years ago based on some political gossip I was fortunate to overhear. This has been the plan the whole time, folks. Clinton will choose Clark as her VP...if she is the nominee. There is no doubt about it. |
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calteacherguy (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 04:46 PM Response to Reply #8 |
9. As a Clark supporter, I support his decision. |
I actually feel a certain degree of relief and happiness today, because a decision has been made and the way forward is more clear...and I see Democratic victory.
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Tellurian (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 05:21 PM Response to Reply #9 |
22. A few more HRC endorsements to round out the sentiment... |
Edited on Sat Sep-15-07 05:33 PM by Tellurian
All courtesy of Alamom's diligent archival skills:
Beginning 1/20/07 to 9/15/07 Septmember 15 2007 The Honorable General Wes Clark: I am proud to announce my endorsement of Senator Hillary Clinton as President of the United States. 2008 presidential candidate HRC gets a boost in Michigan September 15, 2007 BY CHRIS CHRISTOFF U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow today will endorse U.S. Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton for president in 2008, according to people close to the Clinton campaign and Stabenow. Stabenow, elected to a second term in 2006, becomes the highest-ranking Democratic official in Michigan to endorse Clinton. Clinton's Michigan campaign is cochaired by former Democratic Gov. James Blanchard. Clinton Endorsements (#10Thread) 8/28/07 - 9/13/07 9/13/2007 The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsements of Annapolis Mayor Ellen Moyer and more than 30 mayors, legislators and community leaders. Senator Rona Kramer, Montgomery County Delegate Ben Barnes, Prince George’s and Anne Arundel Counties Delegate Jane Lawton, Montgomery County Delegate Shirley Nathan-Pulliam, Baltimore County Delegate Doyle Niemann, Prince George’s County Former Delegate Pauline Menes, Anne Arundel and Prince George’s Counties Former Delegate Juanita Miller, Prince George’s County Montgomery County Board of Education President Nancy Navarro Annapolis Mayor Ellen Moyer Brentwood Mayor Bettyjean Bailey-Schmiedigen Colmar Manor Mayor Diana Fennell Somerset Mayor Walter Behr Takoma Park Mayor Kathy Porter Former Greenbelt Mayor and Prince George’s County Councilmember Richard Castaldi Brentwood Vice Mayor and Councilwoman Marlene Robinson Baltimore City Councilmember Rochelle 'Rikki' Spector Brentwood Councilmember Margaret Terry Bladensberg Councilmember Charlina Watson Bowie Councilmember Todd Turner Chesapeake City Councilmember Tracy Sampson Edmonston Councilmember Tracy Farrish Glenarden Councilmember Antoinette Watson Hyattsville Councilmember Mark Matulef Laurel Councilmember Gayle Wellford Snyder Somerset Councilmember Lesley Anne Simmons Former Cottage City Commissioner Anna Marie Angolia Former Berwyn Heights Councilmember Regina McNeill Debra Carter, Former Assistant Secretary, Maryland Department of Transportation Lt. Colonel Alphonso Hawkins, Deputy Director, Maryland Natural Resources Police Dennis Felton, Football Coach and Activist, Prince George’s County Partha Pillai, Activist, Prince George’s County Michael Eaves, Activist, Harford County 9/12/2007 National Association of Letter Carriers Endorses Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of the National Association of Letter Carriers union. The NALC represents 300,000 active and retired city delivery carriers employed by the U.S. Postal Service in all 50 states. 9/12/2007 The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsements of State Senate Minority Leader Marsha Arzberger and 13 Arizona legislators and community leaders. Senate Minority Leader Marsha Arzberger, Willcox State Senator Paula Aboud, Tucson State Senator Amanda Aguirre, Yuma State Senator Ken Cheuvront, Phoenix Fountain Hills Councilwoman Ginny Dickey State Representative Martha Garcia, Phoenix Maricopa County Supervisor Mary Rose Garrido Wilcox State Representative Linda Lopez, Tucson State Senator Richard Miranda, Phoenix State Representative Ben Miranda, Phoenix Democratic National Committee Member Joe Rios House Democratic Whip Pete Rios, Hayden State Senate Minority Whip Rebecca Rios, Hayden State Representative Lena Saradnik, Tucson 9/12/2007 Former Missouri Secretary of State Rebecca Cook Endorses Clinton 9/7/2007 MANCHESTER, NH - The New Hampshire for Hillary campaign today announced the support of New Hampshire AFL-CIO member, Labor leader, Dennis Adams. 9/6/2007 Clinton Campaign Announces Nevada Educators Leadership Council's endorsement Stacie Anthony, Forensics Teacher, North Las Vegas Rene Cantu, Education Advocate, Las Vegas Richard Carranza, Educator, Las Vegas Brian Cram, Former Superintendent Clark County School District, Las Vegas Chemene Crawford, Educator, Las Vegas Dick Collins, Lifelong Educator, Las Vegas Cathy Dreher, Retired School Administrator, Reno Jeanne Donadio, Educator, Las Vegas Mark Jose Dominguez, Educator and School Principal, Henderson Claudia Fadness, School Administrator, Fernley Nancy Fitzgerald, Elementary School Teacher, Reno Charles Fulkerson, Former Assistant Professor of Military Science, Reno Chris Giunchigliani, Special Education Teacher, Clark County Commissioner, Las Vegas Mary Griswold, Education Researcher, Reno Jeffrey Geihs, Educator and School Principal, Las Vegas Rabin Gokol, American History Teacher, Las Vegas Rosemary Hall, Educator, Las Vegas Carol Harter, Former President, University of Nevada, Las Vegas Susan Hastings, High School Science Teacher, Reno Billy Holben, Educator, Reno Marsha Irvin, Educator, North Las Vegas Gaye Johnston, Retired Teacher; Churchill County Partners in Education, Former Executive Director, Fallon Sandra Mack, Educator, Las Vegas Ronan Matthew, Canyon Springs High School, Principal, North Las Vegas Kevin McPartlin, Change Advocate, Las Vegas Jackie McRitchie, Retired Educator, Henderson Sarah Mersereau-Adler, High School Teacher, Carson City Eva Melendrez, Educator, Las Vegas Glenn Miller, PhD, University Professor, Reno Scott Millard, Math Teacher, Hug High School, Reno Eugene Paslov, Former Nevada State Superintendent of Schools, Carson City Sandra Patterson, Educator, Las Vegas Bridget Phillips, Educator and Parent, Las Vegas Charlotte Polise, Retired Public School Teacher, Elko Micheal Polise, Music Teacher, Duck Valley Indian Reservation, Elko Taylor S. Powers, Ready for Change, Las Vegas John Patrick Rice, PhD, Director of Institutional Advancement, Great Basin College, Elko Jennifer Ring, University Professor of Political Science, Reno Judy Roberts, Professional Educator, Henderson Tom Rodriguez, Educator, Henderson Carlos Romo, Director of Equity and Diversity Office, Truckee Meadows Community College, education advocate, Reno Peggy Breeding Rosch, Educator, Las Vegas Joyce Schoenberg, Administrator, University of Nevada, Reno Stephanie Smith, Educator; North Las Vegas City Councilwoman William Sullivan, College Administrator, Las Vegas Daniel Tafoya, Educator, Las Vegas Teresa Testa, Educator, Las Vegas, Las Vegas Dina Titus, Minority Leader Nevada State Senate; College Professor, Las Vegas Neftali Torres, Community Activist, North Las Vegas Mary Ann Toth, Advocate for Children’s Education, Las Vegas Porter Troutman, Educator, Las Vegas Jolene Wallace, Professional Educator, Las Vegas Valerie Waroway, Educator, Las Vegas Joyce Woodhouse, Former Educator; Nevada State Senator, Henderson George Workman, Retired Teacher, Former Churchill County School Board Trustee, Fallon 9/6/2007 North Las Vegas City Councilman and Mayor Pro Tempore William E. Robinson endorses Clinton 9/6/2007 Transportation Communications Union Endorses Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of the Transportation Communications Union. TCU has 65,000 active and retired members, mostly employed in the railroad industry. Headquarters: Rockville, Maryland 9/5/2007 Pennsylvania Lt. Governor Catherine Baker Knoll Endorses Clinton 9/4/2007 Pennsylvania Treasurer Robin L. Wiessmann Endorses Clinton 9/4/2007 Washington: King County Executive Ron Sims Endorses Clinton Sims was named a Public Official of the Year by Governing Magazine in 2006 for being an across the board innovator. The Sierra Club awarded him its prestigious Edgar Wayburn Award in 2006, an honor traditionally given to federal lawmakers. In May, Sims was among six individuals given the Climate Protection Award from the Environmental Protection Agency. Sims serves in several national leadership positions, including as President of the National Democratic County Officials; advisory board member for the Brookings Institute’s Urban and Metropolitan Policy Program; and on the Board of Directors for the Center for Clean Air Policy in Washington D.C. Sims joins Rep. Jay Inslee as a Washington Campaign Co-Chair. 8/31/2007 Nevada: State Assemblyman Willam Horne Endorses Clinton 8/30/2007 International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Endorse Clinton 8/30/2007 Massachusetts House Speaker Salvatore DiMasi Endorses Clinton 8/28/2007 SC: United Transportation Union Endorses Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of the United Transportation Union. UTU represents 125,000 active and retired members in the railroad, bus and public transit sectors across America. Clinton Endorsements (#8Thread) 8/14/07 - 8/19/07 8/17/07 Democrat Connie Gronstal gives Clinton endorsement The wife of Senate Majority Leader Mike Gronstal and one of the more active local Democrats herself is behind New York Sen. Hillary Clinton, Gronstal said Friday. "I usually don't endorse this early," she said. "This time, I did." Clinton Endorsements (#9Thread) 8/17/07 - 8/27/07 8/27/2007 Massachusetts Senate President Therese Murray Endorses Clinton Murray is the first woman elected as President of the Massachusetts Senate, and had formerly chaired the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. Currently serving her eighth term, President Murray was first elected to the Senate in 1992 to represent Plymouth and Barnstable. Throughout her career, Murray has been a tireless advocate for affordable, quality health care, serving as one of the six legislators to negotiate the compromise that lead to Massachusetts’ historic health care reform law. Murray has also been an unwavering voice for improving public education from pre-kindergarten through college, increasing economic and workforce development opportunities, and expanding affordable housing. 8/24/2007 Florida Leaders Endorse Clinton FLORIDA LEADERS ENDORSING HILLARY TODAY: Chan Bryant Abney, Attorney, Martin County Andy Bailes, Baker County Democratic Party Chairman Dick Batchelor, Business Leader, Orlando Palm Beach County Clerk and Comptroller Sharon Bock State Representative Mary Brandenburg, Palm Beach County Vice-Chair Betty Burney, Duval County School Board Commissioner Angelo Castillo, Pembroke Pines Marcelo Claure, Business Leader, Miami-Dade County Mayor Joy F. Cooper, Hallandale Beach Vice-Mayor Thomas Dorsett, West Park State Representative Terry L. Fields, Duval County Maria and Cipriano Garza, Civic Leaders, Miami-Dade County Mayor Susan Gottlieb, Aventura Steven J. Green, Former Ambassador to Singapore, Miami-Dade County Santhea Hicks, Community Leader, Jacksonville State Representative Martin David Kiar, Broward County Sharon Laird, Community Leader, Duval County Michael Langton, Former State Representative, Duval County Vice-Mayor Don Maines, Southwest Ranches State Senator Gwen Margolis, Miami-Dade County Mayor Thomas A. Masters, Riviera Beach Reverend Rudolph McKissick Jr., Jacksonville Mayor David McLean, Margate Jorge Perez, Business Leader, Miami-Dade County Ju’Coby Pittman-Peele, Community Leader, Jacksonville State Representative Scott Randolph, Orange County Commissioner Gary Resnick, Wilton Manors Reverend Henry T. Rhim, Jacksonville Louis Ritter, Former Mayor, Jacksonville Lula Rodriguez, Business Leader, Miami-Dade County Ray Ruga, Business Leader, Miami-Dade County Commissioner Joseph A. Scuotto, Sunrise Carole Shields, Business Leader, Miami-Dade County State Representative Kelly Skidmore, Palm Beach and Broward Counties Charles Smith, State Democratic Committeeman, Holmes County and Pauline Smith Nancy Soderberg, Former Ambassador to the United Nations, Jacksonville State Representative Priscilla Taylor, Palm Beach County Dean Trantalis, Former City Commissioner, Ft. Lauderdale Hugh Westbrook, Business Leader, Miami-Dade County 8/23/07 Virginia L. Benedict, Head of Charles County Democrats' Central Committee to Work for Clinton Benedict said she thinks the New York senator and former first lady is the strongest and most qualified presidential candidate in the field. "She seems to have solutions for all the problems, and she actually has encountered these problems and she knows what works and what doesn't," Benedict said. "When she was in the White House with her husband, she would travel all over the world. She would meet kings, presidents, prime ministers. She won't have to learn the ropes once she gets in there." 8/22/2007 Leading Pennsylvania Legislators Endorse Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsements of 12 Pennsylvania State Legislators, demonstrating Hillary’s growing support in the Keystone State. PENNSYLVANIA LEGISLATORS ENDORSING HILLARY TODAY: State Senator Raphael J. Musto, Luzerne County State Rep. Thomas W. Blackwell, IV, Philadelphia County State Rep. Thomas R. Caltagirone, Berks County State Rep. Peter J. Daley, Fayette and Washington Counties State Rep. Frank Dermody, Allegheny County State Rep. Dan Frankel, Allegheny County State Rep. John T. Galloway, Bucks County State Rep. William F. Keller, Philadelphia County State Rep. Kathy Manderino, Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties State Rep. Barbara McIlvaine Smith, Chester County State Rep. Edward P. Wojnaroski, Sr., Cambria County State Rep. John T. Yudichak, Luzerne County 8/22/2007 Fresno Assemblyman Juan Arambula Endorses Hillary Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of California Assemblyman Juan Arambula, who represents Fresno in California’s 31st Assembly District. 8/21/2007 Missouri Rep. Emanuel Cleaver II Endorses Clinton 8/20/2007 Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe Endorses Hillary Clinton for President 8/17/2007 Northern Nevada Elected Leaders Endorse Clinton Elko City Councilman John Patrick Rice and Pershing County Commissioner Roger Mancebo. 8/17/2007b NV:Sparks City Councilman John Mayer Endorses Clinton 8/16/07 Mayor backs Hillary and co-chairs campaign TRENTON -- Mayor Douglas H. Palmer is endorsing Sen. Hillary Clinton for president. Palmer said yesterday Clinton has the leadership, experience and vision to make the changes the country needs. 8/16/2007 New Jersey Rep. Bill Pascrell Endorses Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of New Jersey Congressman Bill Pascrell and named him co-chair of Italian-Americans for Hillary. Rep. Pascrell will also advise the campaign on Homeland Security and first responder issues. "Hillary Clinton has been a leading advocate for our first responders affected by 9/11 and for strengthening our Homeland Security," Pascrell said. "She is the experienced leader we need to deliver the change Americans want." He joins Reps. Frank Pallone, Rob Andrews and Albio Sires as New Jersey Congressmen supporting the Senator from New York. 8/16/2007 California Assemblymembers Charles Calderon and Jose Solorio Endorse Hillary Clinton Charles Calderon and Jose Solorio who stated that Senator Clinton’s breadth of experience makes her the strongest of all the presidential candidates. "I support Senator Clinton for President because she’s the most qualified. She was extremely accomplished as the First Lady of the United States, and based on her broad background, she’s in the best position to rebuild our country’s image abroad as well as get our country back on track here," said Solorio. "We need a new vision and direction for America that we can trust," Calderon said. "Hillary will bring a new and different view of domestic and world issues, but it will be one guided by her 35 years of experience. I believe in Hillary Clinton; she gives me hope for the safety and future of our country." 8/15/2007 SC: Charleston Leaders Announce Support of Hillary for President County Councilmembers Praise Clinton’s Plan to Preserve American Dream of Homeownership The Hillary for President campaign announced the support of two current and one former Charleston County Council members today. Councilwoman Colleen Condon, Councilman Teddie Pryor and former Councilwoman Cindy Floyd praised Clinton’s recently announced plan to strengthen the troubled housing market as important for the Lowcountry and a major reason to support her candidacy. "When it comes down to it, a big factor in deciding who to support for President is which candidate will do the most not just for our country, but for us in the Charleston area. That’s why I'm going to do everything I can to make sure Hillary Clinton is our next President," Councilwoman Condon said. "Senator Clinton has shown she has practical, workable ideas like her plan to protect the American Dream of homeownership. She also has the best experience to go to work for us from her first day in office." 8/15/2007 California Assemblymembers Sally Lieber, Anna Caballero and Jim Beall Jr. Endorse Hillary Clinton Today, Bay Area Assemblymembers Sally Lieber, Anna Caballero, and Jim Beall Jr. announced their endorsement of Hillary for President. The elected officials noted the common goals and issues they share with Senator Clinton as the reason for their support. 8/14/2007 Assemblymembers Mike Eng, Edward Hernandez, and Lloyd Levine Endorse Hillary Clinton California State Assemblymembers Mike Eng, Edward Hernandez and Lloyd Levine today endorsed Hillary Clinton for President of the United States citing her strength and experience. Clinton Endorsements (#7 Thread) 7/30/07 - 8/9/07 8/9/2007 Former Nevada Rep. James Bilbray Endorses Clinton "America is at crossroads and Senator Hillary Clinton is the only presidential candidate with the experience, intellect, and vision to lead our country in the right direction," Bilbray said. "I am confident that as president, Senator Clinton will work hard to strengthen America’s position in the global economy, protect the nation from national security threats, and ensure that all Americans have an equal opportunity to reach their full potential.” 8/9/2007 California State Senator Sheila Kuehl Endorses Hillary Clinton The Clinton Campaign announced the endorsement of California State Senator Sheila Keuhl today, illustrating the mounting support Hillary Clinton has in the LGBT community and the Golden State. "Our country is ready for change and I strongly believe Hillary Clinton is the candidate with the experience to lead our nation forward," said Kuehl. "I have confidence Hillary Clinton will represent all Americans and all communities and I am proud to support her candidacy." 8/7/07 SC: Hillary Clinton Receives 11 Upstate Endorsements Upstate Leaders Praise Clinton's Leadership on Health Care (COLUMBIA) - Eleven Upstate women today announced their endorsement of Hillary Clinton as the only candidate for President ready to lead from her first day in office. "Hillary Clinton is the person I trust most to lead our country," Greenville Vice Mayor Pro-tempore and City Council At-Large Representative Diane Smock said. "Just look at what Hillary Clinton has been able to do for children's health care. That's the kind of experience she has and it's the kind of experience that makes her ready to lead from her first day in the Oval Office." Upstate Women for Hillary announcing their endorsement today of Clinton include: Stephanie Arnold, Greenville Pat Borenstein, Greenville Dr. Carolyn Cody-Fuller, Greenville Joy Fuller, Greenville Greenville County Democratic Party Treasurer Ann Funderburk, Greenville Katherine Haltiwanger, Pickens Rebecca Lambert, Greenville Kathy McCart, Spartanburg Councilwoman Diane Smock, Greenville Erika Spinelli, Greenville Brena Walker, Anderson 8/6/2007 Oregon Rep. Darlene Hooley Endorses Clinton Hooley will serve as a Co-Chair of Rural Americans for Hillary The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of Oregon Congresswoman Darlene Hooley and named her a Co-Chair of Rural Americans for Hillary. "Hillary Clinton is the experienced leader we need to tackle the great challenges facing our nation," Hooley said. "She is the one candidate who can hit the ground running on her first day in the White House." Hooley was elected to Congress in 1996 and has become a leading advocate for our men and women in uniform, fighting to get them the equipment they need on the battlefield and the healthcare they deserve when they return home. Strongly committed to preserving the quality of life in rural America, Hooley has pushed for measures to level the playing field for American farmers and combat the spread of methamphetamine use. 8/6/2007 FL State Sen. Ted Deutch Endorses Hillary Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of Florida State Senator Ted Deutch. Hillary Clinton knows that we can both defend our country and the rights of our citizens to live lives of dignity with affordable health care for men and women and quality public education for our children. Together with her longstanding and vocal support of the State of Israel, Senator Clinton is the best candidate to hit the ground running on her first day in the White House and tackle those issues that matter so deeply to me and my constituents. First elected to the Senate in 2006, Deutch authored legislation mandating that Florida divest its pension funds from companies investing in Iran and Sudan, and has helped other state and local governments exercise their economic leverage to pressure rogue nations. 8/3/2007 Los Angeles City Council Members Wendy Greuel, Jan Perry, Jack Weiss Endorse Hillary Clinton The Hillary Clinton Campaign announced the endorsements of Los Angeles City Council Members Wendy Greuel, Jan Perry and Jack Weiss today. The endorsements illustrate the growing support Senator Clinton has in the City of Los Angeles and California. 8/2/2007 Nevada Higher Education Chancellor James E. Rogers Endorses Clinton for President Business Owner and Community Advocate Nationally Known for Philanthropy in Higher Education The Clinton campaign today announced the endorsement of Nevada System of Higher Education Chancellor James E. Rogers, and named him co-chair of the Nevada campaign. "Hillary Clinton is a smart, tough and tested leader who believes, as I do, that education is the foundation of a strong society," said Rogers. "Fixing our broken education system will help restore our nation to its place of prominence and leadership in the global marketplace. I know that as president, Senator Clinton will work to broaden access to education and empower innovation. Of all the great candidates in the field this year, she is the most prepared to get America back on track. She has my enthusiastic endorsement, and I’m proud to be a part of her leadership team in Nevada." 8/2/2007 Massachusetts State Auditor DeNucci Endorses Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of Massachusetts State Auditor Joe DeNucci, demonstrating Hillary Clinton's growing support in the Bay State. "Americans are ready for change, and Hillary Clinton has the strength and experience to deliver it," DeNucci said. "There's no doubt in my mind that Hillary Clinton is the best candidate to strengthen America's forgotten middle and working classes." DeNucci has served as State Auditor since 1987, identifying more than $2.5 billion in cost savings, uncollected revenue and wasteful spending. Now in his sixth term, DeNucci has audited major projects like the Big Dig and the MBTA, while fighting fraud and abuse through his Bureau of Special Investigations. Prior to his election as Auditor, DeNucci served 10 years in the State House of Representatives, including six years as House Chairman of the Joint Committee on Human Services and Elderly Affairs, passing laws to fight child abuse and neglect, establishing a foster care review system, providing better nutrition for children, combating homelessness and preventing abuse of the elderly. 8/2/2007 Wisconsin Rep. Tammy Baldwin Endorses Clinton Baldwin Will Co-Chair Wisconsin Campaign and Advise on Health Care The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of Wisconsin Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin and named her a Co-Chair of Hillary's Wisconsin campaign and a member of the campaign's Health Care Policy Task Force. Baldwin will also co-chair the campaign's LGBT steering committee. "I am proud to endorse Senator Hillary Clinton's candidacy for President of the United States," Baldwin said. "Senator Clinton is supremely prepared and the candidate best able to ensure health care for all, reaffirm our commitment to the Constitution and rule of law, and re-establish our position of leadership in the world. She will be firm in protecting our national security and fair in addressing the aspirations and needs of all Americans. Hillary Clinton has been my friend and ally in the battle for health care for many years and I look forward to working with her to achieve our common goals when she becomes our next President," Baldwin said 8/2/2007 UNLV President Emerita Carol Harter Endorses Clinton First Woman & Longest Serving University President to Co-Chair Nevada Campaign The Clinton campaign today announced the endorsement of Dr. Carol C. Harter, President Emerita of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and Executive Director of the Black Mountain Institute. Harter was also named co-chair of the Nevada campaign, and a member of the Nevada Women’s Leadership Council. 8/1/2007 NH Speaker of the House Terie Norelli to Co-Chair NH for Hillary Campaign Speaker of the House Announces Endorsement; Aggressive Schedule to Criss Cross the State for Hillary' Manchester, NH - At coffee shops in Portsmouth and Concord today, New Hampshire Speaker of the House Terie Norelli announced her decision to endorse Hillary Clinton for President, citing Clinton’s experience and her ability to deliver the change Americans want. The Clinton campaign also announced she will serve as a Co-Chair of New Hampshire for Hillary. "Knowing what is at stake in this election and the caring leader that Hillary Clinton is, I am getting straight to work on her behalf - traveling across the state starting now," said Speaker Norelli. "Hillary has outlined big goals for our country like her plans for universal pre-kindergarten for every child, a comprehensive government reform plan, a real exit strategy for Iraq and reforming our tax code that has benefited the rich on the backs of America’s Middle Class." 7//30/07 Iowa women line up behind Hillary More than 100 Iowa woman, most with credentials in politics, have agreed to be on a team whose mission is to recruit other women to support Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton. Each woman is charged with encouraging friends to become more active in Clinton?s campaign and to drive turnout for Clinton at the January caucuses. The campaign calls the group the Women?s Leadership Council for Team Hillary. Through our social networks, community involvement, church groups and family ties we are determined to organize women who have attended the caucuses before and bring new women into the caucus process to support Hillary Clinton, former Iowa Attorney General Bonnie Campbell stated in a news release. Among those on the team are Ruth Harkin, State Rep. Swati Dandekar, Des Moines School Board member Connie Boesen, Cedar Rapids Mayor Kay Halloran and business leader Susan Knapp. According to the Clinton campaign, the list is as follows: Jacky Adams of Red Oaks, Montgomery County; local activist Marti Anderson of Des Moines, Polk County; social worker and crime victim advocate Staci Appel of Ackworth, Warren County; state senator Theresa Backham of Des Moines, Polk County; local activist Regina Bailey of Iowa City, Johnson County; city councilwoman Katie Beckett of Cedar Rapids, Linn County; disability rights activist Rosanne Beyer of Dows, Franklin County; mayor Barbra Boatwright of Des Moines, Polk County; retired social worker Connie Boesen of Des Moines, Polk County; school board member Margaret Borgen of Des Moines, Polk County; former school board member Bonnie Campbell of Des Moines, Polk County; Iowa Democratic Party chairwoman Mickey Carlson of Adel, Dallas County; former chair of Dallas County Democrats Pat Carmody of Ames, Story County; activist Jean Classon of Des Moines, Polk County; President of Iowa National Organization for Woman Joyce Connors of Dubuque, Dubuque County; Hills and Dales Board, Riverview Center Inc. Board, Convention Visitors Bureau Sondy Daggett of Cedar Rapids, Linn County; small business owner Judith Dailey of Newton, Jasper County; Democratic activist Swati Dandekar of Marion, Linn County; state representative Sharon Dearden of Des Moines, Polk County; community activist Suzy Drish of Fairfield, Jefferson County; Democratic activist and farmer Pam Duffy of Adel, Dallas County; activist Bonnie Eggers of Agency, Wapello County; labor activist Cindy Eisenhauer of Ankeny, Polk County; former chief of staff for Gov. Tom Vilsack Mary Elgar of Mount Pleasant, Henry County; community activist Sarah England of Iowa City, Johnson County; professor at University of Iowa Helen Epperson of Ottumwa, Wapello County; activist Shelly Escobedo of Fort Dodge, Webster County; activist Tammy Ferrell of Roland, Story County; educator Fran Fleck of West Des Moines, Polk County; activist Valentina Fominykh of Des Moines, Polk County; activist Cynthia Forbes of Urbandale, Polk County; Women for a Stronger America treasurer Patricia Foster of Dubuque, Dubuque County; educator Faye Fraise of Fort Madison, Lee County; activist Melanie Friedman of Iowa City, Johnson County; activist Julie Haggerty of Urbandale, Polk County; Polk County Recorder Kay Halloran of Cedar Rapids, Linn County; mayor Diane Hamilton of Storm Lake, Buena Vista County; attorney and former chair of Buena Vista County Democrats Karla Hansen of Holstein, Ida County; healthcare activist Ruth Harkin of Cumming, Warren County; business leader Sharon Haselhoff of Iowa City, Johnson County; political activist Cindy Heland of Burlington, Des Moines County; political activist Megan Heneke of Spirit Lake, Dickenson County; past president of Iowa College Democrats and University of Iowa Democrats Carmen Hernandez of Dubuque , Dubuque County; educator Liz Hoskins of Cedar Rapids, Linn County; community activist Cheryll Jones of Bloomfield, Davis County; political activist Susan Judkins of Des Moines, Polk County; business leader Theresa Kehoe of Des Moines, Polk County; political activist Susan Knapp of Van Meter, Dallas County; business leader and philanthropist Kati Kregel of Fort Dodge, Webster County; community activist Mary Ford Krier of Ollie, Keokuk County; business woman and farm activist Vicki Lensing of Iowa City, Johnson County; state representative Alice Lopez of Lowden, Cedar County; Cedar County Task Force on Elderly issues Amanda Luong of Des Moines, Polk County; local activist Janet Lyness of Iowa City, Johnson County; county attorney Cyril Mandelbaum of West Des Moines, Polk County; Des Moines Public Library Board of Directors Mary Mascher of Iowa City, Johnson County; state representative Dorothy Mauro of Des Moines, Polk County; activist Mary McGee of Des Moines, Polk County; attorney Andy McGuire of Des Moines, Polk County; former candidate for lieutenant governor Juanita Mehmen of Charles City, Floyd County; chaplain for Veterans of Foreign Wars Doreen Meier of Cedar Rapids, Linn County; community volunteer Rocky Menke of Fort Madison, Lee County; labor and political activist Mary Mincer Hansen of Panora, Guthrie County; former director of the Iowa Department of Public Health Juanita Moreno of Glenwood, Mills County; activist Vi Neil of La Porte City, Black Hawk County; activist Patsy Olejniczak of Fort Dodge, Webster County; political activist Linda Olson of Marengo, Iowa County; activist Jean Oxley of Cedar Rapids, Linn County; first woman on Linn County Board of Supervisors Kim Painter of Iowa City, Johnson County; Johnson County Recorder Jerica Parker of Cedar Rapids, Linn County; Cedar Rapids activist Sally Pederson of Des Moines, Polk County; former lieutenant governor Phyllis Peters of Ames, Story County; political activist Phyllis Peterson of Cedar Rapids, Linn County; educator Barbara Pfieffer of Saint Charles, Madison County; activist Holly Raczowski of Decorah, Winneshiek County; Girl Scout troop leader Audrey Rahn of Cedar Rapids, Linn County; community volunteer Mary Riche of Des Moines, Polk County; activist Doreen Rick of Mason City, Cerro Gordo County; educator Laura Sands of Des Moines, Polk County; Polk County activist and former school board member Becky Schmitz of Fairfield, Jefferson County; state senator Mary Ann Schuldt of Sioux City, Woodbury County; retired educator Patsy Shors of Des Moines, Polk County; activist Campbell Spencer of Des Moines, Polk County; former GLBT outreach director for the Democratic National Committee and Gore 2000 Sara Porter Stark of Cedar Rapids, Linn County; community volunteer Julie Stauch of Des Moines, Polk County; vice president of governmental affairs for Planned Parenthood Sarah Stephenson of Iowa City, Johnson County; University of Iowa law student Jean Stowell of Northwood, Worth County; executive director of the Top of Iowa Welcome Center Sally Stutsman of Riverside, Johnson County; Johnson County supervisor Carrie Tedore of Dubuque, Dubuque County; political activist Dr. Julianne Thomas of Cedar Rapids, Linn County; pediatrician and community activist Rita Vargas of Davenport, Scott County; Scott County Recorder Christie Vilsack of Mt. Pleasant, Henry County; former First Lady of Iowa Marcia Wanamaker of Waukee, Dallas County; real estate developer Phyllis Weeks of Knoxville, Marion County; chairwoman of Knoxville County Democrats Margi Weiss of Des Moines, Polk County; marketing director for Planned Parenthood of Greater Iowa Anita Wendt of Sioux City, Woodbury County; retired educator and community activist Donna Whitead of Sioux City, Woodbury County; activist Karen Wick of Mediapolis, Des Moines County; Des Moines County Democrats central committee Cindy Winckler of Davenport, Scott County; state representative Jane Witt of Cedar Rapids, Linn County; community activist Linda Yoder of Marengo, Iowa County; county supervisor Rachel Zimmermann of Iowa City, Johnson County; political activis Clinton Endorsements ( #6 thread ) 7/20/07 - 7/27/07 7/27/2007 36 County Coordinators Sign On to Lead Iowa Efforts for Hillary Clinton Des Moines, IA - Iowans for Hillary today announced the names of 36 County Coordinators covering 15 counties. The following two County Coordinators had this to say about Senator Clinton today. "The single most important issue to me in this election is the war in Iraq," said Steve Brannan of Panora in Guthrie County. "I am supporting Hillary Clinton because she has the experience to end the war and will work to restore America’s reputation in the world." "Just as she has done as a senator from New York, as president, Hillary Clinton will work hard to bring economic opportunities to small towns and rural areas across this country," said County Supervisor Linda Yoder of Marengo in Iowa County. "I am supporting Hillary because her experience makes her the most qualified candidate for president." 36 supporters who will lead Senator Clinton’s campaign in their county are: Mary Peterson of Centerville, Appanoose County Walter Peterson of Centerville, Appanoose County Bonnie Bryden of Tipton, Cedar County Alice Lopez of Lowden, Cedar County Cyndi Heland of Burlington, Des Moines County County Supervisor Jeff Heland of Burlington, Des Moines County Dawn Schulte of Burlington, Des Moines County Karen Wick of Mediapolis, Des Moines County State Senator Mike Connolly of Dubuque, Dubuque County Thomas Reisdorf of Dubuque, Dubuque County Carrie Tedore of Dubuque, Dubuque County Steve Brannan of Panora, Guthrie County Deb Batey of Mt. Pleasant, Henry County Mary Elgar of Mt. Pleasant, Henry County County Supervisor Ric Gerard of Amana, Iowa County Linda Olson of Marengo, Iowa County County Supervisor Linda Yoder of Marengo, Iowa County Representative Paul Bell of Newton, Jasper County State Senator Dennis Black of Lynnville, Jasper County Judy Dailey of Newton, Jasper County Steve Dailey of Newton, Jasper County Mary Krier of Ollie, Keokuk County Bill Calloway of Cedar Rapids, Linn County State Senator Wally Horn of Cedar Rapids, Linn County Teresa Martinez of Cedar Rapids, Linn County Jerica Parker of Cedar Rapids, Linn County Alfred Ramirez of Cedar Rapids, Linn County Marcia Rogers of Cedar Rapids, Linn County Justin Shields of Cedar Rapids, Linn County Emily Thomson of Cedar Rapids, Linn County County Supervisor Paul Beneke of Palmer, Pocahantos County State Senator Staci Appel of Ackworth, Warren County Don Brown of Norwalk, Warren County Patsy Olejniczak of Fort Dodge, Webster County Joy Newcom of Forest City, Winnebago County Naomi Maxheimer of Clarion, Wright County 7/26/2007 NEA NH Leader Karen McDonough to Co-Chair Education Leaders for Hillary Manchester, NH - The New Hampshire for Hillary campaign today announced the endorsement of education leader Karen McDonough. McDonough, who led the National Education Association of New Hampshire (NEA-NH) for 16 years, joins the campaign as Co-chair of Education Leaders for Hillary. Special guest Iowans for Hillary Co-chair Christie Vilsack, who joined Karen on a conference call today, highlighted Senator Clinton's bold plan to make sure that every child in America has access to quality pre-kindergarten in this country. "Senator Clinton's passion for improving the education system in this country is clear," said Karen McDonough. "Her work to see that programs such as Head Start and No Child Left Behind receive full funding, and her determination to make higher education more affordable and accessible, speaks to her commitment to the issue." McDonough was a leader of NEA-NH, a 13,000-member organization, for 16 years. She served as president for last eight years and as vice president for the eight years prior to that. Before becoming president of NEA-NH, Karen was a teacher in New Hampshire for 23 years, including 15 years as an English teacher at Mascenic Regional High School. McDonough is passionate about recruiting, retaining, and rewarding talented teachers. 7/25/07 CSEA endorses Clinton Civil Service Employees Association ALBANY, N.Y. -- New York's Civil Service Employees Association announced it was endorsing Sen. Hillary Clinton for president Wednesday. A crowd of about 250 people from the union cheered as Clinton said she wanted a labor department in Washington that was "actually" pro-labor. Union president Danny Donohue said CSEA members would work hard to elect Clinton. "Clinton has demonstrated by action, not talk, that she is a tireless advocate for working men and women," Donahue said. CSEA, founded in 1910, has 265,000 members statewide. 7/25/2007 Paul Williams Endorses Senator Clinton Eagle Academy Co-Founder and past president of the New York Chapter of 100 Black Men, Inc. Paul T. Williams, Jr. today announced his endorsement and enthusiastic support for Senator Hillary Clinton’s candidacy for President of the United States. Williams will chair the urban agenda working group for the campaign. "Hillary Clinton has demonstrated outstanding leadership abilities," said Williams, former president of the New York Chapter of 100 Black Men and co-founder of the Eagle Academy for Young Men. "She has a record of years of commitment to issues I care about and I have learned over time that we share the philosophy that people really count! She understands that many of the problems we face can be solved by supporting people of good will, who are trying to make a difference in society," he added. 7/25/2007 California Senator Dianne Feinstein Endorses Hillary Clinton The Clinton Campaign announced today the endorsement of California senior Senator Dianne Feinstein, demonstrating Hillary's growing support in the Golden State. "This is a very special moment for me because I have the opportunity to endorse the campaign of a U.S. Senator who I believe will be the first female President of the United States," Senator Feinstein said. "Hillary Clinton, I believe, has the experience, the heart, and the strength to be a great American President. There has been no election for President where change is as defined and necessary as this one. The question is who is best equipped to lead that change. I believe it is Hillary." As California's senior Senator, Dianne Feinstein has built a reputation as an independent voice, working with both Democrats and Republicans to find common-sense solutions to the problems facing California and the nation. 7/24/2007 California Assemblyman Sandré Swanson Endorses Hillary Clinton Assemblymember Sandré R. Swanson today announced his endorsement and strong support of Senator Hillary Clinton for President of the United States. He made the formal announcement at the grand opening of Hillary Clinton's Northern California campaign headquarters where he was a featured speaker. "I am proud to support Hillary Clinton's candidacy for President. She has a proven record of accomplishments and is rightfully respected for her strong leadership across the United States," said Swanson. "Hillary understands the issues facing America and has the strength and experience to tackle the big challenges from day one as President," Mr. Swanson stated. v 7/20/2007 Vermont State Legislators Endorse Clinton The Clinton Campaign announced the endorsements of nine leading Vermont state legislators today. "Senator Clinton's unmatched experience makes her the most qualified candidate to be our next President," said Vermont State Senator Hinda Miller. "People throughout the county, including those right here in Vermont, will benefit from the Senator's commitment to government reform, repairing our healthcare system, and providing affordable quality education. "Hillary Clinton has a unique understanding of the issues facing our nation," said Vermont State Representative Steve Howard. "She is ready to lead the country from the moment she takes office." "I am grateful for the overwhelming support I've received in Vermont," Clinton said. "With the help of these local leaders, we'll take our message of change across the state and this nation." Leading Vermont legislators endorsing Hillary today: Sen. Hinda Miller Sen. Sara Branon Kittell Rep. Donna Sweaney Rep. Johannah Leddy Donovan Rep. Kathleen C. Keenan Rep. Bill Aswad Rep. Steve Howard Rep. Albert "Sonny" Audette Rep. Daryl Pillsbury 7/16/2007 Nevada Educators Endorse Clinton for President Hillary Clinton today received the endorsement of a group of Nevada officials known for their leadership in education -- longtime Clark County School District official and current State Senator Joyce Woodhouse, Nevada System of Higher Education Regents Cedric Crear and Thalia Dondero, and Nevada State Education Association (NSEA) Deputy Executive Director Debbie Cahill. 7/16/2007 Fmr. Ambassador Joseph Wilson Endorses Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of leading Iraq war critic and former Ambassador Joseph Wilson. "I have known Hillary Clinton for a decade. She is the one candidate who, in my judgment, understands the need to get Americans out of harm's way and to move this to a political process," Wilson said. "She knows what to do. She has the leadership. On day one, she will be able to reach out to the international community, and I am delighted to fight the fight with her." 7/16/2007 Former Indiana Sec. of State Hogsett Endorses Clinton "The people of Indiana are ready for change, and Hillary Clinton has the strength and experience to deliver it from her first day in the White House," Hogsett said. Hogsett served as Secretary of State from 1989 to 1994, cutting the office's budget every year while improving performance. His "doing more with less" philosophy resulted in national awards for the office's corporations division, and his securities division's crack down on unscrupulous stockbrokers and lenders increased protection for Hoosier consumers. After his tenure as Secretary of State, Hogsett served as chief of staff and senior adviser to Governor Evan Bayh from 1995 to 1997. He later served as Chairman of the Indiana Democratic Party from 2003 to 2004. 7/13/07 Nevada and Reno-Sparks leader Melendez endorses Clinton WASHINGTON - A Native leader with a national profile has endorsed Hillary Clinton for president, providing her campaign with an edge in the key early primary state of Nevada - sparsely populated and closely contested enough that the Indian vote could make the difference. As for Clinton herself, Melendez said no other candidate is as qualified to unite the nation while advancing diverse cultures, including the Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian cultures. She headed up a Democratic forum on Native issues in 2004, and Melendez expects the experience will stand her in good stead. ''She knows the issues already, and she'll hit the ground running.'' 7/12/2007 RI Speaker Tempore Charlene Lima, State Legislators Endorse Clinton Hillary Clinton received the endorsements of Rhode Island House Speaker Tempore Charlene Lima and several leading state legislators today "I am proud to offer my support to Senator Hillary Clinton in her campaign for President," Lima said. "Hillary has the determination, courage and experience to bring hope back to America. Hope for a stronger, more compassionate America. Hope for an America where everyone has the right and means to affordable health care. Hope for an America once again respected by other nations of the world. That hope is coming, and her name is Senator Hillary Clinton." Today's endorsers join Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, Congressman Jim Langevin, Secretary of State Ralph Mollis and Providence Mayor David Cicilline in supporting Clinton, demonstrating her growing support in the Ocean State. Rhode Island Legislators Endorsing Hillary Today: Speaker Tempore Rep. Charlene Lima Rep. Elizabeth Dennigan Rep. Amy Rice Rep. Peter Wasylyk Rep. Joseph McNamara Rep. Grace Diaz Rep. Edith Ajello Rep. Patricia Serpa 7/10/2007 New York Rep. Yvette D. Clarke Endorses Clinton for President "After careful deliberations and discussions with the diverse base of my constituency, I am convinced that Senator Clinton is best able to win and bring much needed change to the White House," Rep. Clarke said. "I support Hillary because she is a leader who has been a forceful and tireless advocate on behalf of New York's families, especially concerning the needs of those most affected after 9/11. The depth of Hillary's experience will allow her to hit the ground running on her first day in office. Clinton Endorsements (#4 thread) 6/27/07 - 7/05/07 7/5/2007 Fmr. Democratic Leader Richard Gephardt Endorses Clinton Gephardt Will Serve as Economic Adviser and Campaign Co-Chair The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of former House of Representatives Majority Leader Richard Gephardt. He will serve as an Economic Adviser and Co-Chair of Hillary's campaign. "Hillary Clinton is the champion working families deserve in the White House," Gephardt said. "Her commitment to health care for all Americans and her vision for this country make her uniquely qualified to be President. She's got the strength and experience to deliver the kind of change America wants." 7/5/2007 Southern Nevada Elected Leaders Endorse Clinton Hillary Clinton today received the endorsement of a trio of dynamic elected leaders from Southern Nevada communities -- Ricki Barlow, Councilman, City of Las Vegas; Dennis Keating, President, Nye County School District Board of Trustees; and Stephanie Smith, Councilwoman, City of North Las Vegas. 7/5/2007 Manchester Democratic Leader Endorses Hillary Clinton for President MANCHESTER, NH -- The New Hampshire for Hillary campaign today announced the endorsement of Chris Pappas, Chair of the Manchester City Democrats and Hillsborough County Treasurer. 7/2/2007 State Rep. Harvin Endorses Clinton South Carolina Women's Support for Clinton Continues to Grow COLUMBIA -- The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of State Rep. and Deputy Minority Leader Cathy Harvin, demonstrating Hillary Clinton's growing support in the Palmetto State. "The 2008 Presidential election could be this nation's last opportunity to elect a President who can regain our position as ‘most dominant' in the global landscape we call home. We need a President, who understands the needs of ‘working-class America', one who will reverse the staggering number of lost manufacturing jobs. We need an individual who can craft a healthcare plan that is comprehensive, for all people, that is focused on quality of delivery and cost of care. We need an individual that understands that National Security is as much about strategic tactics and negotiation, as it is about flexing muscle. This election is not about gender, race, or political party for that matter. It is about credentials, and the skills and abilities to get the job done. After assessing the credentials of all candidates, I am firmly convinced that there is no better candidate than Senator Clinton to lead that change." Harvin's endorsement of Clinton follows the announcement last week of State Sen. Linda Short, South Carolina's only woman senator, as one of Clinton's state Campaign Co-Chairs. 7/02/07 Ruth Harkin to endorse Clinton July 2, 2007 Ruth Harkin, the wife of Iowa Sen. Tom Harkin, plans to endorse Hillary Clinton for president, aides to the Democratic candidate said today. The New York senator was scheduled to campaign in Iowa tonight with former President Bill Clinton. Mrs. Harkin is a member of the Iowa Board of Regents and an influential Democrat in her own right. Harkin planned to make the announcement at a rally featuring the Clintons at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines today. 7/2/2007 Philadelphia Mayor John Street, Rep. Joe Sestak Endorse Clinton Local Officials, Community Leaders Also Back Hillary "Senator Clinton is a progressive leader who has served the people of our country with dedication and passion for over 30 years," Mayor Street said. "She will be a strong advocate for our nation's cities, and I endorse her candidacy for president." Philadelphia-Area Leaders Endorsing Hillary Clinton Today: Mayor John F. Street Congressman Joe Sestak City Controller Alan Butkovitz State Senator Connie Williams State Representative Jewel Williams Lehigh County Executive Don Cunningham City Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell City Councilman Frank DiCicco City Councilwoman Donna Reed Miller Former Congressman Joe Hoeffel Asia Coney, President, Resident Advisory Board Carl Green, Executive Director, Philadelphia Housing Authority 6/29/2007 Hillary Clinton received the endorsements of more than 40 leading Minnesota officials and community leaders today. "I sat next to Senator Clinton for six years in the Senate Chamber and I saw her experience, dedication and tremendous ability at work for all Americans," said former Senator Mark Dayton. "I know that she will be our party’s best nominee and our country’s best President." Ramsey County Attorney Susan Gaertner said Hillary has the focus and resiliency needed to be President. "Americans are ready for change, and Hillary Clinton is the only candidate with the experience to do the job from her first day in office." Mark Dayton, Former US Senator Susan Gaertner, Ramsey County Attorney Sandy Pappas, State Senator Nora Slawik, State Representative Sandra Peterson, State Representative Barbara Johnson, President, Minneapolis City Council Gary Schiff, Minneapolis City Council Member Lisa Goodman, Minneapolis City Council Member Dave Thune, St. Paul City Council Member, and Susan Thune, RN Colleen Landkamer, President, National Association of Counties; Blue Earth County Commissioner Ann Wynia, Former House Majority Leader Matt Entenza, Former House Democratic Leader Ember Reichgott Junge, Former Senate Assistant Majority Leader Joan Anderson Growe, Former Minnesota Secretary of State Emily Anne Staples Tuttle, Former State Senator Carol Flynn, Former State Senator Gordon O. Voss, Former State Representative Al Patton, Former State Representative Koryne Horbal, Former Ambassador to U.N. Betty Folliard, Co-owner Strategy Partners; Former MN State Representative Tom Foley, Former Ramsey and Washington County Attorney Joan Niemiec, Former Minneapolis City Council Member Vance Opperman, President, Key Investments Lois Quam, Business Leader Melanie Benjamin, Chief Executive, Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Mohamed Jibrell, Somali Community Leader Hubert "Buck" Humphrey Jackie Stevenson, DNC Member Rick Stafford, DNC Member, Chair of the DNC's LGBT Caucus Elsa Leven, MN DFL Latino Caucus Mari Urness Pokornowski, Co-Chair DFL State Platform Commission Lynn Wilson, Chair, Olmsted County DFL Tammy Tesky, Vice President, DFL Feminist Caucus Megan Thomas, Former Chair, Stonewall DFL Cheryl Poling, DFL Party Activist Ruth Usem, Community Activist M. Kathleen Murphy, Women's Rights Activist Bill Pohlad, Film Producer & Michelle Grabanski Pohlad, Social Activist Susan Burns, Attorney Paul Cassidy, Minneapolis Jill Sletten, Public Policy Consultant Andrew Luger, Attorney; Former Candidate, Hennepin County Attorney and Ellen Goldberg Luger Sarah Youngerman, Minneapolis Rebecca Yanisch, Former MN Commissioner of Trade and Economic Development Lori L. Jacobwith, Consultant 6/29/2007 Illinois State Rep. Franks Endorses Clinton McHenry Democrat is Noted Government Reform Watchdog The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of Illinois State Representative Jack Franks, a respected government watchdog who chairs the State Government Administration Committee and sits on the Government Accountability committee. "When it comes to reforming our government to make it work for the people, Hillary Clinton is the best candidate to lead that change," Franks said. "During these uncertain times we need someone who is ready to hit the ground running on day one, and that leader is Senator Clinton." 6/29/2007 Wisconsin Lt. Governor Lawton Joins Clinton Team Lawton will serve as a Midwest Campaign Co-Chair The Clinton Campaign today announced that Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Barbara Lawton will serve as Co-Chair of the Midwest Region and a Co-Chair of the campaign's Wisconsin effort. "Senator Clinton comes uniquely prepared to lead our nation in these complex times," Lawton said. "For the United States to compete successfully in a global knowledge economy, we need a president with a bold vision that draws us all into the equation for prosperity." "Senator Clinton will restore our country's standing in the world and drive the American economy forward. This is more than an endorsement. This is a promise. I will work hard, alongside thousands of my fellow Wisconsinites to deliver Wisconsin, the battleground of battlegrounds, for Senator Clinton." 6/28/2007 NH Sen. Molly Kelly Becomes 50th State Legislator to Endorse Hillary for President Five New State Representatives Also Endorse MANCHESTER, NH - The New Hampshire for Hillary campaign continues to build a strong organization in every corner of the state, and today announced Senator Molly Kelly and five new state representatives have endorsed Hillary for President, bringing the total number of NH legislators supporting Hillary to 50. State Representatives Susan Beauchesne (Allenstown), Roger Berube (Somersworth), Tom Fargo (Dover), Anne Grassie (Rochester), and Tom McGuirck (Hampton) join Kelly in announcing their support today. 6/28/2007 Rhode Island Secretary of State Mollis Endorses Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of Rhode Island Secretary of State A. Ralph Mollis. "As our First Lady for eight years and now as U.S. Senator, Hillary Clinton has had a major influence on our national and international stage," Mollis said. "Senator Clinton has the poise and experience to put America back on the right track and re-establish us as a world leader." 6/28/2007 Former New York Mayor David Dinkins Endorses Clinton For President The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of former New York Mayor David N. Dinkins. "Hillary Clinton has devoted her life to helping others," Dinkins said. "From healthcare to education to caring for our veterans, she has been a champion for the millions of Americans who have been invisible to this administration. Her depth of experience and her strength of character make her uniquely suited to be President." Dinkins, New York City's first African-American Mayor, served as the 106th Mayor of the City of New York from 1990 to 1994. Among his many accomplishments was the institution of the widely praised "Safe Streets, Safe City" program, which hired thousands of new police officers and began the decline of crime rates in New York City. 6/27/2007 Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard Endorses Hillary Clinton The Clinton Campaign announced today the endorsement of California Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard, illustrating the growing support she has in the Golden State. "Hillary Clinton is the candidate with the experience and strength to lead our nation in a new direction," said Roybal-Allard. "I have witnessed first hand her commitment to reach out to people from diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, and bring them together toward a common goal. We need her kind of leadership in the White House." Congresswoman Roybal-Allard is a political pioneer, who became the first Mexican-American woman elected to Congress in 1992. Before that, she represented the 56th Assembly District of California for six years. Roybal-Allard has made public health issues a priority during her congressional tenure, building on the legacy of her late father, Congressman Edward Roybal, who was a founding member of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and represented his Los Angeles district for 30 years. 6/26/07 Boston City Council President Feeney, Councillor LaMattina Endorse Clinton Hillary Clinton received the endorsements of Boston City Council President Maureen Feeney and Councillor Salvatore LaMattina today, reflecting her growing support in the Bay State. "We need to return strong, principled leadership to the White House," said Feeney, who has served on the Council since 1993 and is only the second woman to lead the body. "Hillary Clinton is the only candidate who has the experience to lead from her first day in office." "Hillary Clinton has demonstrated time and again her commitment to the working families of Boston and the nation," said LaMattina, who chairs the City and Neighborhood Services Committee. "She is uniquely qualified to be our next President." 6/25/07 Former SC governor Riley to endorse Hillary Clinton GREENVILLE, SC (AP) - Former US Education Secretary Richard Riley will endorse New York Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton's Democratic presidential campaign Tuesday at a news conference in Columbia. The former South Carolina governor also supported the campaign of former President Bill Clinton in 1992, then served as education secretary for both of Clinton's terms. 111th Governor of South Carolina In office January 10, 1979 – January 14, 1987 6/25/2007 Florida Rep. Corrine Brown Endorses Clinton "Hillary Clinton has the best combination of strength, experience and intellect to be President and lead from her first day in the White House," Brown said. "As she's repeatedly done as Senator, she will bring people together to get results." First elected to Congress in 1992, Brown has been an outspoken advocate for expanding the Veterans Affairs budget to provide better healthcare and benefits for soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. As Chair of the Transportation Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines and Hazardous Materials, Brown has worked to pass comprehensive rail safety legislation and strengthen America's Homeland Security. Before her election to Congress, Brown served 10 years in the Florida House of Representatives. 6/22/07 SENATOR CLINTON RECEIVES KEY ENDORSEMENTS FOLLOWING UPPER VALLEY VISIT Hillary’s NH Support Continuing to Grow MANCHESTER, NH – On the heels of Senator Hillary Clinton’s ninth visit to New Hampshire and a Conversation on stem cell research she held at Dartmouth College in Hanover on June 15th, several key leaders have announced today they have decided to endorse Senator Clinton for President. The following seven community leaders decided to support Senator Clinton: State Representative Bernie Benn is currently serving his fourth term and makes the 44th New Hampshire legislator to endorse Senator Clinton. He is the Vice Chair of the House Finance Committee, an architect and former Hanover Democratic Chair. Mary Chambers is the former Democratic Leader in the House and former NHDP Vice Chair. Also served as a Presidential Elector and DNC Committeewoman. She was a Dean supporter in 2004. Marion Copenhave is a former State Representative and is a well known activist at Kendal at Hanover retirement community, where she currently resides. John Hennessey is the former Dean of the Amos Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth and he was a trustee and chairman of the board at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. He is also on the board of trustees at the Vermont Law School and was the first provost at the University of Vermont. John is also a WWII Army veteran. He was Kerry supporter in 2004. Ralph Hough is a Vietnam Veteran and former Republican Senate President who represented Lebanon for six years in the State House and 16 in the State Senate. He is now a Democrat and he supported Dean in 2004. Madeleine Kunin, who has already announced her support, was the first and only female Governor of Vermont from 1985 to 1991. She is also a former Deputy Secretary of Education and former Ambassador to Switzerland. Hilda Sokol is currently retired. She is a former State Representative and former professor of physiology at Dartmouth. She was a Dean supporter in 2004. Today’s Upper Valley endorsements join a growing list of Hillary supporters in New Hampshire including 43 state legislators. 6/22/2007 Campaign Announces Asian American and Pacific Islander Leadership Council Diverse Group of Community Leaders to Provide Counsel and Outreach NEVADA – Hillary Clinton’s Nevada Chair Rory Reid today announced the formation of the Nevada Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Leadership Council, a wide-ranging group of community leaders endorsing Senator Clinton’s bid for the presidency. The council will serve as an advisory body for the campaign in Nevada, and play an active role in reaching out and organizing AAPI communities for the Nevada Democratic caucus. The founding members of Hillary Clinton’s Nevada Asian American/Pacific Islander Leadership Council, announced today, are: Loni Andal, Director of Business Development, North American Title Lolita S. Catoner, Filipino community activist; Member, Filipino-American Alliance of Nevada Eun-Woo Chang, Professor of Chemistry, Truckee Meadows Community College; Fellow, American Council on Education (2004) Dosheen Cook, clinical psychologist Jesse J. Danen, R.N, MSN specializing in outpatient nursing; Member, Nurses Organization for Veterans Affairs (NOVA) Jack Dismanopnarong, Thai community activist Manuel Dumo, Past President, Federation of the Filipino American Organization of Nevada Dr. S.E. Elia, Chairman, American Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee Raheela Haq, General Manager, Union Gas Limited Jeannie Hua, Attorney at Law, Chinese community leader Phung Jefferson, Attorney at Law Bryce Kunimoto, Attorney, Hale Lane Peek Dennison and Howard Steven Kwon, Founder, Asian Chamber of Commerce; Board of Director, Asian American Group Raymond Lam, President, Chinese American Citizens Alliance Rozita Lee, community activist Vida Lin, Asian community leader Ampaipun (Ann) Melton, Past President, Thai Association of Las Vegas Oscar Nonis, Asian community leader Rutt Premsrirut, real estate developer; financier; community activist Puoy Premsrirut, Partner, Goodman, Brown & Premsrirut Nancy Quon, Partner, Quon, Bruce & Christensen Law Firm Ben Racelis, Hawaiian community leader Dr. Prabhu Rachakonda, pulmonary specialist Ben Racelis, President, University of Hawaii Alumni Association, Nevada Elias Seneviratne, |
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24. part II of Senator HRClinton's Endorsements.... |
Elias Seneviratne, President, Universal Friendship of Southern Nevada; Immediate Past President, Sri Lankan American Association
May S. Shelton, former Director, Washoe County Dept. of Social Services; Winner, Nevada Women’s Fund President’s Award Sophia Song, Chinese community leader Terry Song, Chinese community leader Kent Song, Chinese community leader Jerry Tao, Attorney at Law Ben Torres, Filipino community coordinator Kate Torres-Recto, Filipina community leader Rita Vaswani, Asian American community leader 6/22/07 New Jersey Rep. Albio Sires Endorses Clinton I’ve seen firsthand Hillary Clinton’s tireless efforts to help the people of New York affected by the attacks of 9/11,” Sires said. “It’s just one example of her strength and leadership that make her uniquely suited to be President.” Sires was elected to Congress in 2006 after serving as the first Hispanic Speaker of New Jersey’s General Assembly from 2002-2006 Sires also served 12 years as mayor of West New York, creating more affordable housing units than any other municipality in Hudson County by fostering public-private partnerships and the use of targeted tax incentives. Mayor Sires earned the “Community That Works” award from the State of New Jersey for his efforts at “providing innovative and cost-effective services through regionalization.” 6/22/07 Mayors From Across California Endorse Clinton As Hillary Clinton addressed the 75th U.S. Conference of Mayors meeting in Los Angeles today, she received the endorsements of 34 current and former California mayors, illustrating her growing support in the Golden State. "I support Hillary Clinton because she is the candidate that will help boost the prospects of the middle class," said Huntington Park Mayor Elba Guerrero. "Her policies will help more students get a better education beginning with pre-K on to college, and she will help more families achieve the American dream. I urge others to join me in voting for Hillary Clinton." "Hillary Clinton has my vote because she has the experience and knowledge to lead our country," said Lynwood Mayor Louis Byrd. "She will make a great president." "There is no doubt that Hillary Clinton is the best candidate for the job of President of the United States,” said Pleasanton Mayor Jennifer Hosterman. “She has a great deal of experience and I’m anxious, as most Americans are, to once again regain our standing in the world. As the first woman mayor of Pleasanton, I am also excited about the possibility of Hillary Clinton as the first woman President. I am confident that America will prosper under her leadership." CALIFORNIA MAYORS ENDORSING HILLARY TODAY: Antonio Villaraigosa, Los Angeles Mayor Otto Lee, Sunnyvale Mayor Elba Guerrero, Huntington Park Mayor Laura Lee, Cerritos Mayor Louis Byrd, Lynwood Mayor Beverly Johnson, Alameda Mayor Manuel Lozano, Baldwin Park Mayor Kris Wang, Cupertino Mayor Janet Lockhart, Dublin Mayor Barbara Pierce, Redwood City Mayor Jennifer Hosterman, Pleasanton Mayor Ray Soleno, Reedley Mayor Vicki Vidak-Martinez, Rohnert Park Mayor Robert Fierro, Commerce Mayor Ray Luna, Santa Paula Mayor Daniel Furtado, Campbell Mayor Henry Manayan, Former Milpitas Mayor Wendy Baker, Former Fairfax Mayor Sally Lieber, Former Mountain View Mayor, Assemblywoman Carol Liu, Former La Canada Mayor Joaquin Gonzalez, Former Hanford Mayor Diane Martinez, Former Paramount Mayor Leticia Vasquez, Former Lynwood Mayor Ofelia Hernandez, Former Huntington Park Mayor Juan Noguez, Former Huntington Park Mayor, City Councilman Emelina Pedras, Former Lynwood Mayor Maria Davila, Former South Gate Mayor Frank Quintero, Former Glendale Mayor Tomas Martin, Former Maywood Mayor Dan Hauser, Former Arcata Mayor Thea Gast, Former Arcata Mayor Alex Stillman, Former Arcata Mayor, Arcata Councilman Jim Test, Former Arcata Mayor Cindy Chavez, Former San Jose Vice Mayor 6/22/07 Arkansas Leaders Endorse Clinton The Clinton Campaign announced the endorsements of Senator Mark Pryor and several other leading Arkansas officials today on the eve of Hillary Clinton’s first campaign visit to the state to address the Democratic State Party's Jefferson-Jackson Dinner Saturday. "Hillary Clinton is one of Arkansas' favorite daughters,” Sen. Pryor said. "She made us proud as First Lady of Arkansas, and she'll do so again as President of the United States. Hillary has the strength and the experience to hit the ground running from her first day in office." "Hillary’s combination of experience and commitment to Arkansas families is unmatched," said Arkansas Attorney General Dustin McDaniel. "She is a leader for all of America and is a candidate who can compete and win in all regions of the country." LEADING ARKANSANS ENDORSING HILLARY TODAY: U.S. Senator Mark Pryor Congressman Marion Berry Congressman Mike Ross Congressman Vic Snyder Former Senator Dale Bumpers Former Senator David Pryor Attorney General Dustin McDaniel State Treasurer Martha Shoffner Secretary of State Charlie Daniels State Auditor Jim Wood Former State Treasurer Jimmie Lou Fisher 6/21/07 Inslee backs Clinton, will co-chair energy advisers By DAVID AMMONS AP POLITICAL WRITER OLYMPIA, Wash. -- U.S. Rep. Jay Inslee, D-Wash., endorsed Hillary Clinton for president on Thursday and will serve as co-chairman of her energy and environment advisers. "Hillary Clinton has the vision to lead this country in a clean-energy revolution. She has the toughness, experience, and resolve needed to end the Iraq war and begin rebuilding America's image around the world." Clinton has the strength to end the Iraq War and to help re-establish U.S. credibility abroad, he said. "She is uniquely suited to the moment," he said. Inslee serves the Seattle-area 1st District and previously served Eastern Washington in the Legislature and Congress. He has run for governor, served as a local prosecutor and been regional director of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Clinton endorsements con't. 6/13/07 thru 6/21/07 6/21/07 Hillary gets support from big names in state's Upper Valley On the list are the former Vermont Governor/award winning poet/former US Ambassador to Switzerland Madeleine Kunin and her newly wedded husband John Hennessey, the former dean of the Dartmouth College Tuck School of Business. Also endorsing are Mary Chambers, the former House Democratic Leader, Ralph Hough, the former Republican Senate President, state Representative Bernie Benn, and former state representatives Marion Copenhaver and Hilda Sokol. 6/21/2007 New York's UFCW Local 1500 Endorses Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of New York's United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1500. "No one has been a greater friend of the working men and women of New York than Senator Clinton," said UFCW Local 1500 President Bruce Both. "Time and again she has supported our efforts to organize and improve wages, benefits and working conditions. She has fought for us as a Senator, and we know she would continue her advocacy for working families as President of the United States." UFCW 1500 represents more than 22,000 members working in the grocery industry across the metropolitan New York area, and is the largest grocery workers union in the state. 6/19/2007 Schauer among four to lend support to Clinton State Senate Minority Leader Mark Schauer & three other senators announced on Monday their backing of U.S. Senator Hillary Clinton. Without question, I feel that Hillary Clinton is the most ready to become president and is best capable of cleaning up the mess that President Bush has created," said Schauer, D-Battle Creek. Sens. Robert Jones of Kalamazoo, Liz Brater of Ann Arbor and Gilda Jacobs of Huntington Woods joined Schauer in endorsing Clinton, of New York. Schauer said Clinton is "battle tested," which will be important in a general election against any Republican nominee. "I expect the Republicans will swift-boat any Democratic candidate," Schauer said, using Swift Boat as a verb in reference to the Vietnam veterans group that attacked Democratic nominee John Kerry's credibility in 2004. 6/18/2007 Michigan Democratic Senate Leader Schauer, State Legislators Endorse Clinton "Hillary Clinton understands what Michigan is going through economically, and she'll work with us to make Michigan jobs a priority, not an afterthought," Schauer said. "When the tough times come -- and they will -- she'll make the difficult decisions that must be made. She won't hesitate to tackle a crisis head on because she has the experience and leadership abilities to do it." Schauer said Clinton is "battle tested," which will be important in a general election against any Republican nominee. "I expect the Republicans will swift-boat any Democratic candidate," Schauer said, using Swift Boat as a verb in reference to the Vietnam veterans group that attacked Democratic nominee John Kerry's credibility in 2004. Michigan Legislators Endorsing Hillary Today: Democratic State Senate Leader Mark Schauer, Battle Creek State Senator Liz Brater, Ann Arbor State Senator Gilda Jacobs, Oakland County State Representative Robert Jones, Kalamazoo 6/15/07 The Clinton Campaign announced the endorsements of Congressmen Henry Cuellar and Ruben Hinojosa and more than 50 Texas officials and community leaders. "Senator Clinton is the only candidate with the experience and toughness to hit the ground running on her first day in the White House," Rep. Cuellar said. "Hillary Clinton is a tested and visionary leader who won't forget about the people of South Texas when she reaches the White House," Rep. Hinojosa said. "Her commitment to expanding educational and economic opportunities for all Americans is unmatched." Leading Texans Endorsing Hillary Today: Dallas/Ft. Worth/Waco: * Fort Worth City Councilwoman Wendy Davis * Tarrant Constable Sergio De Leon, Fort Worth * Tarrant County Justice of the Peace Sidney Thompson, Ft. Worth * Former Officer Texas Trial Lawyers Dwain Dent, Ft. Worth * Former U.S. Ambassador to Austria Katherine Hall, Dallas * Former President Texas Trial Lawyers Association Debbie Branson, Dallas * Former VP American Association of Justice Frank Branson, Dallas * Former DNC Treasurer Jess Hay, Dallas * State Democratic Executive Committee Member John Pouland, Ft. Worth * Former Chairman of University of Texas Board of Regents Bernard Rapoport, Waco * State Democratic Executive Committeeman Johnny Weaver, Texarkana * Business Leader Craig Hall, Dallas Houston: * Houston City Councilwoman and President of the Texas Municipal League Carol Alvarado * Former Houston Mayor Lee Brown * Former U.S. Ambassador to the Bahamas Arthur Schechter, Houston * State Senator Mario V. Gallegos Jr., Galena Park * State Representative Hubert Vo, Houston * State Representative Senfronia Thompson, Houston * DNC Member Denise Johnson, Houston * State Democratic Executive Committeewoman Rose A. Salas, Houston * Former Houston City Councilman Gordon Quan and Sylvia Quan * Texas Young Democrats Co-Chair Shondra Wygal, Houston * State Democratic Executive Committeeman Lloyd Criss, Galveston * Chairman of the Texas Democratic County Chair Association Sharon Teal, Livingston San Antonio: * Congressman Henry Cuellar, Laredo/San Antonio * Former Governor Dolph Briscoe, Uvalde * State Senator Carlos Uresti, San Antonio * Former U.S. Senator and Congressman Bob Krueger, New Braunfels * State Democratic Executive Committee Co-Parliamentarian Corinne Sabo, San Antonio * National Hispanic Institute Board Member Michael Soto, San Antonio * Business Leader Kate Marmion, Uvalde * Healthcare advocate Celina Peña, San Antonio * Former Marion Mayor Felix Arambula * Former DNC Director of the Base Vote Project Andy Hernandez, San Antonio Laredo/Corpus Christi: * El Cenizo Mayor Raul Reyes * State Senator Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa, Corpus Christi * State Representative Abel Herrero, Corpus Christi * State Representative Juan Manuel Escobar, Kingsville * State Representative Richard Peña Raymond, Laredo * El Cenizo Commissioner Lesley Gonzalez * El Cenizo Commissioner Noe Hernandez Austin: * Austin City Councilwoman Jennifer Kim * Former Land Commissioner Garry Mauro, Austin * Business Leader Roy Spence, Austin * Dolph Briscoe IV, Austin McAllen/Brownsville: * Congressman Ruben Hinojosa, Rio Grande Valley * Brownsville Commissioner and Mayor Pro Tem Sally Arroyo * State Representative Rene Oliveira, Brownsville * State Representative Veronica Gonzales, McAllen * State Representative Armando Martinez, Weslaco * State Representative Aaron Peña, Edinburg * Hidalgo County District Clerk Laura Hinojosa, Edinburg * Former Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia, McAllen * State Democratic Executive Committeewoman Rosalie Weisfeld, McAllen * South Texas Tejano Democrats Chair Victor Garza, Edinburg * Businessman Alonzo Cantu, McAllen * Former Hidalgo County Democratic Chair R.D. "Bobby" Guerra, McAllen El Paso: * State Representative Vicente "Chente" Quintanilla, El Paso 6/15/07 Michigan Operating Engineers Local 324 Endorses Clinton 6/14/07 Iowa - Dusky Terry has joined the Clinton campaign as Senior Advisor 6/14/07 Providence Mayor Cicilline Endorses Clinton 6/14/07 Maryland Leaders Endorse Clinton Hillary Clinton received the endorsements of Maryland House of Delegates Speaker Pro Tem Adrienne Jones and more than 40 Maryland officials and community leaders today. Leading Marylanders Endorsing Hillary Today: Maryland House of Delegates Speaker Pro Tem Adrienne Jones Former U.S. Senator Joseph Tydings Former Rep. Charles Thomas McMillen Former Lieutenant Governor Kathleen Kennedy Townsend Lilo Schifter, Former Member, Maryland Public Service Commission Maryland House of Delegates Deputy Speaker Pro Tem Carolyn Howard Maryland Senate Assistant Deputy Majority Whip James Rosapepe, Former Ambassador Senator Jennie Forehand Delegate C. Sue Hecht Delegate Sheila Hixson Delegate Benjamin Kramer Delegate Shane Pendergrass Former Senator Mary Boergers Former Senator Leonard Teitelbaum Former Delegate Gene Counihan Former Delegate Cheryl Kagan Former Delegate Adrienne Mandel Former Delegate Carol Petzold Former Delegate Mary Louise Preis Former Chair of the Maryland Democratic Party Wayne Rogers Garrett Park Mayor Carolyn Shawaker Kensington Mayor Peter Fosselman Town of Somerset Councilmember Jeffrey Slavin Former Rockville Mayor Steven Van Grack Montgomery County At-Large Councilmember Nancy Floreen Montgomery County At-Large Councilmember Duchy Trachtenberg Montgomery County Councilmember Valerie Ervin Montgomery County Board of Education Member Patricia O'Neill Prince George's County Clerk of the Circuit Court Peggy Magee Former President of the Montgomery County Council Ruth Spector Former Montgomery County Councilmember Esther Gelman Former Prince George's County Councilmember Thomas Hendershot Former US Ambassador Richard Schifter, Former Counselor, National Security Council, and Former President, Maryland State Board of Education Former US Ambassador Cynthia Schneider Former US Ambassador Thomas Siebert Former FCC Commissioner Susan Ness Former Deputy Under Secretary of USDA Mary Ann Keeffe Kamala Edwards, President, Indian American Leadership Council Reverend Zina Pierre Ann Balcerzak, Activist Linda Bogard, Activist Carole Fischer, Activist Valerie Palmer, Activist Hadassah Thursz, Activist Beth Wong, Activist 6/14/07 Steven Goldstein, the Chairman of Garden State Equality, backs Clinton 6/14/07 Maya Angelou Endorses Clinton Presidential Bid 6/13/2007 Steven Spielberg Endorses Hillary Senator Clintons endorsements as of 6/13/07 6/13/07 Miami's Rep. Kendrick Meek will endorse Clinton "She's in my opinion the best candidate, the candidate that I know can lead this country in a new direction in many areas - Iraq, health care, and the economy, " said Meek, who expects to mobilize Florida voters, campaign for her in key states, and advise the campaign on policy and strategy. 6/9/07 Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa was also present at this meeting, announced his endorsement of Senator Clinton. Villaraigosa praised Clinton as a leader who will show the country how we can change our direction. He said, "By supporting Clinton, voters would bring the country back toward a new and brighter course." 6/8/2007 Michigan Leaders Endorse Clinton Hillary Clinton received the endorsements of more than a dozen leading Michigan officials and community leaders today on the eve of her trip to Detroit to address an AFL-CIO forum Saturday. Today's endorsements represent Hillary's growing support in Michigan, and include: Former Governor Jim Blanchard and Janet Blanchard Joel Ferguson, Civic leader, Michigan State Trustee Jewel Ware, Chair, Wayne County Commission, and Jesse Long-Bey Virg Bernero, Mayor, Lansing Hon. Dianne Byrum, Former State Representative Hon. Jim Barcia, State Senator Rev. Harold Hampton, City Councilman, Benton Harbor Florine Mark, Businesswoman Barbara Rom, Managing Partner, Pepper Hamilton Michael Hodge, Principal, Miller Canfield Archie Bailey, Chair, Genesee Board of Commissioners Ken Lampar, Democratic Activist, Macomb County Larry Owen, Former Consul General, Bermuda and Faylene Owen, MSU Trustee Zina Kramer, Businesswoman, and Michael Kramer, Attorney Hon. Barry Howard, Retired Oakland County Judge Francis Brouillette, Attorney, Iron Mountain Abdul "Duke" Fakir, Entertainer, Member of the Four Tops Ted Gatzaros, Detroit Developer Greg Morris, Detroit Businessman 6/08/07 Roger Goun, a former software engineer turned progressive political activist, has publicly endorsed Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. Hillary Clinton of New York. While not as well-known as the more than 40 state office-holders who have already endorsed Clinton, Goun represents a new breed of activist — he cut his teeth on the Howard Dean Democratic primary challenge of 2004 and has taken that organizing experience to the next level by helping elect candidates such as state Sen. Maggie Hassan of Exeter and 1st District U.S. Rep. Carol Shea-Porter. "I hadn't planned on endorsing anyone this early," Goun, 46, told the Herald on Thursday. "Coming from a grass-root position, she just blew me away because of how well she connects with people." 6/7/07 Wasserman Schultz and Hastings named national co-chairs for Hillary Clinton U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, of Weston, and Alcee Hastings, of Miramar, were appointed national campaign co-chairs on Thursday for U.S. Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton's Democratic presidential effort. "We need a leader with a clear vision and sound judgment, who can work with a Democratic Congress to renew the promise of America. Hillary is that leader," Wasserman Schultz said in a statement. 6/7/07 Rhode Island Senator Sheldon Whitehouse Endorses Clinton for PresidentThe Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of Rhode Island Senator Sheldon Whitehouse and named him a Co-Chair of Clinton's Rhode Island campaign. "All of my colleagues seeking the Democratic nomination are committed to a new direction for our country, and it has been an honor to serve with, and learn from, each of them. Today, I'm proud to endorse Senator Hillary Clinton to be our next president," Whitehouse said. "Her smart, tough, experienced leadership will be critically important as we work to bring our troops home from Iraq, reform our health care system to cover more American families, and solve the energy challenges of the 21st century." 6/5/2007 Sheriff Cabral& Leading Massachusetts Legislators Endorse Clinton Hillary Clinton received the endorsements of Suffolk County Sheriff Andrea Cabral and 11 leading Massachusetts legislators today, reflecting her growing support in the Bay State. Coming on the heels of Boston Mayor Thomas Menino's endorsement yesterday, Clinton now has the support of Congressmen Jim McGovern and Richard Neal and 30 state legislators. Leading Massachusetts Officials Endorsing Hillary Today: Suffolk County Sheriff Andrea Cabral State Senator Robert Antonioni State Senator Cynthia Stone Creem State Senator Michael Morrissey State Rep. Christine Canavan State Rep. Anne Gobi State Rep. Kevin Honan State Rep. Michael Moran State Rep. Sarah Peake State Rep. Vincent Pedone State Rep. Kathi-Anne Reinstein State Rep. Patricia Walrath 6/4/2007 Boston Mayor Thomas E. Menino Endorses Hillary Clinton "Senator Clinton is the most qualified candidate to lead our country and tackle the challenges we face at home and abroad," Menino said. "She has the experience and the toughness to hit the ground running on her first day in the Oval Office. I plan to do whatever I can to help her become the next President of the United States, including heading to New Hampshire to support her efforts in the nation's first primary." 6/1/2007 Las Vegas Latin Chamber of Commerce Chairman Robert Gomez Endorses Clinton Prominent Business Owner and Advocate Named State Co-Chair The Clinton campaign today announced the endorsement of Las Vegas Latin Chamber of Commerce Chairman Robert Gomez and named him co-chair of the Nevada campaign. Gomez will also serve on the campaign's Nevada Hispanic Leadership Council. "As a proven expert and innovative advocate on both domestic and international issues, Hillary Clinton has the best credentials to lead our country, hands-down," said Gomez. "Throughout her career she has been a champion for middle-class, working Americans, and as President she will bring forward policies carrying the best opportunities for those who have been invisible in society. Her lifelong commitment to removing economic disparities and increasing access to education will benefit Hispanics in Nevada, and throughout the nation. My family and I are honored, excited and ready to work hard to support Hillary Clinton's efforts in our home state." 6/1/2007 Rhode Island Rep. Jim Langevin Endorses Clinton Langevin will serve as a Chair of Rhode Island Campaign The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of Rhode Island Congressman Jim Langevin and named him a Chair of Clinton's Rhode Island campaign. Langevin will serve as a special adviser to the campaign on stem cell research and policy and outreach to people with disabilities. "I firmly believe that Senator Clinton has the experience, strength and vision to lead our country from her very first day as President," Langevin said. "I have long admired Senator Clinton, from her initial days as our First Lady working to solve our nation's health care crisis to her tenure in the Senate, where she continues to champion the needs of the less fortunate. Now more than ever we need a leader with Senator Clinton's experience both nationally and internationally. 5/31/2007 Clark County Commissioner Chris Giunchigliani Endorses Clinton Veteran Official and Teacher to Co-Chair State Campaign The Clinton campaign today announced the endorsement of Clark County Commissioner Chris Giunchigliani and named her co-chair of the Nevada campaign. "I am absolutely thrilled to endorse Hillary Clinton today, and can't wait to see her take office as our next president," said Giunchigliani. "Hillary is a visionary with an unmatched record of advocacy on behalf of those without a voice in society. As president she will fight for better education, more accessible health care and ethical, responsible government. Those are priorities with the power to set our nation on the right track. I'm honored to play a strategic role in the campaign and to help Hillary make history -- here in Nevada and all the way to the White House." 5/30/2007 Former Nevada Governor Miller Endorses Clinton Miller to Serve as Co-Chair of Governors Council The Clinton campaign today announced the endorsement of former Nevada Governor Bob Miller and named him co-chair of the campaign's national Governors Council. "I am so pleased today to endorse Hillary Rodham Clinton for President," said Miller. "I have known Senator Clinton for many years, and know first hand that she has both the experience and the vision to lead our country. I am honored to serve a strategic role in the campaign by co-chairing the Governors Council, and excited about the opportunity to help elect a leader who has shown a deep, personal commitment to public service throughout her career." 5/29/2007 Campaign Announces Nevada African American Leadership Council Diverse Group of Community Leaders to Serve as Advisory Body The founding members of Hillary Clinton's Nevada African American Leadership Council, announced today, are: Nedra Armstrong, member of the Deltas, Treasurer of Las Vegas Branch of the NAACP Yolanda Arrington, advocate for children and community Hannah Brown, Community activist Anthony Cartwright, Housing Chair, NAAACP, Las Vegas branch; employed by US AIRWAYS; Board of the Detroit Connection Incorporated Brenda Chaney, Community activist Patricia Cunningham, Founder, Alliance for Social Justice Evelyn Mount, Founder, Reno's Community Outreach; known for organizing holiday food drives Dr. Robert Fowler, Pastor, Victory Missionary Baptist Church Rekaya Gibson, EMERGE candidate and small business owner Mildred Gilliard, Longtime Political activist in Ohio and Nevada politics Rosemary Hall, Educator Verlia Davis-Hoggard, Formerly of Clark County Social Services, community activist Marsha Irvin, Education advocate James Brown, Retired Business Owner, Retired Union Member UFCW Jo Cato, President, Pulse Magazine Kenneth Dalton, Reno firefighter, past president of Reno-Sparks NAACP; founded "Our Story" history project Lavonne Lewis, Political activist Carrie Lewis-Willis, National Coalition of 100 Black Women, local chapter Lonnie Feemster, real estate broker and community activist Lucille Adin - Current president, Reno-Sparks NAACP; past chair and current trustee, Washoe County Library Board Dr. Ronan Matthew, Principal, Canyon Springs High School Denyse McGuinn, Retired Army Officer Mujahid Ramadan, Community Activist and mentor, Coalition of 100 Black Men Sumayah Ramadan, Executive, Treasure Island Hotel and Casino Dr. SS Rogers, Pastor, The Greater Mt. Sinai Missionary Recruiting Ministries Cordell Stokes, Founding Member of the Caucus of African American Nevadans (CAAN) and former president and spokeman for CAAN; Political Advisor to Gubernatorial Candidate and the Nevada State Democratic Party Genie Stokes, Community Activist Pastor Ronald Thomas, Pastor, Reconciliation Apostolic Ministry Dr. Porter Troutman, Professor, College of Education at UNLV focusing on diversity and multicultural education; Founder of the National Association for Multicultural Education Elizabeth Valentine, Political activist Donna Watson, Political activist Reverend Ralph E. Williamson, Pastor, First African Methodist Episcopal Church Jeff Wilson, doctoral student, UNLV Dr. Linda Young, Education activist 5/25/2007 Clinton Campaign Announces Veterans and Military Retirees For Hillary Sen. Inouye to Lead National Steering Committee Joining Hillary's Steering Committee today: U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye (Hawaii) Veteran, World War II Combat Veteran, Recipient: Medal of Honor U.S. Congressman Charlie Rangel (New York) Veteran, US Army, 1948-52 U.S. Congressman Joe Sestak (Pennsylvania) Veteran, Retired US Navy Admiral Commanded Aircraft Carrier Battle Group, Afganistan U.S. Congressman Ed Towns (New York) Veteran, US Army, 1956-58 U.S. Congressman Jose Serrano (New York) Veteran, US Army, 1964-66 U.S. Congressman Maurice Hinchey (New York) Veteran, US Navy 1956-59 Honorable Togo West (District of Columbia) Former Secretary of Veterans Affairs Former Secretary of the Army North Carolina Native Honorable John Dalton (District of Columbia) Veteran, United States Navy Former Secretary of the Navy Lt. General Claudia Kennedy, Ret. (South Carolina) Veteran, Three Star General, Highest Rank Achieved by Female Deputy Chief of Staff for Intelligence General George Buskirk, Ret. (Indiana) Veteran, Adjutant General, Indiana Army and Air National Guard Honorable Vernon Weaver (Florida) Veteran, World War II and Korea Former Ambassador to the European Union Former Naval Academy Board of Visitors Larry Romo (Texas) Veteran, US Air Force Reserve, DNC Veterans and Military Families Texas Democratic Veterans Chair Joe J. Bernal (Texas) Veteran, World War II Former Texas State Senator, Member State Board of Education Kate Wilder (Virginia) Veteran, Female Green Beret Lanon Baccam (Iowa) Veteran, U.S. Army National Guard, Afganistan 2004 - 05 DNC Veterans and Families Advisory Council Chuck Fulkerson (Nevada) Veteran, Two Vietnam Tours, NV Distinguished Service Medal Founded Veterans Guest House, Served as E.D. of NV Office of Veterans Service Wayne Smith (Nevada) Veteran, Air Force Master Sergeant, Southwest Asia Service Medal 1991 (Married in USAF over 18 years ago) Val Smith (Nevada) Veteran, Air Force Staff Sergeant, Member Disabled American Veterans Southwest Asia Service Medal 1991 (Married in USAF over 18 years ago) Phil Lisagor (Nevada) Veteran, Officer, Army Reserve, Two Tours in Iraq Chief Surgeon Bob Hannan (New Hampshire) Veteran, Airforce Captain, Vietnam, Bronze Star Eleanor Kjellman, (New Hampshire) Veteran, US Air Force Officer Son served in Iraq Joe Wynn (District of Columbia) Veteran, US Air Force, Viet Nam Leader of National Assn of Black Veterans, President Vets Group Bill White (New York) President, Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund 5/23/07 NH:State Senator Deb Reynolds is endorsing the New York Senator. Here is the release: Joined by National Campaign Co-Chair and former Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack State Senator Deb Reynolds announced her endorsement of Hillary Clinton for president "Hillary Clinton has been and will be a champion for small communities like the ones throughout my district," said Senator Reynolds. "I am proud to join her campaign. I look forward to talking to families throughout the Upper Valley and across this great state about Hillary's leadership and experience. I am ready for change and Hillary Clinton is ready to lead that change." 5/19/2007 Women's Campaign Forum Endorses Clinton, Joins Women Leaders Across the Country Hillary Clinton was endorsed today by the Women's Campaign Forum, a bipartisan group dedicated to identifying and promoting women candidates for elected office. The Forum joins other prominent national women's organizations supporting Clinton, including EMILY's List, the National Organization for Women PAC, the National Women's Political Caucus, the Women's Political Committee and the Eleanor Roosevelt Legacy Committee. "The Women's Campaign Forum is proud to endorse Hillary Clinton for President of the United States," said Ilana Goldman, President of the Women's Campaign Forum. "We could not ask for a better candidate. She is simply the most qualified and experienced candidate in the field for the White House and she demonstrates it each day of the campaign. She shows that women can succeed at the highest levels. Hillary Clinton is an inspiration for our daughters and for women across the country who are running -- or considering running -- for elected office." "Hillary Clinton has shown that she does not just walk the walk, but she talks the talk -- in fact, she's leading the march," said Senator Barbara Mikulski, a national chair of the Clinton campaign. "She sponsored the Paycheck Fairness Act to ensure that women get equal pay for equal work. She sponsored the Prevention First Act to ensure that women have access to reproductive health services. She fought the Bush administration to make Plan B emergency contraception available over the counter. She passed legislation to expand the S-CHIP program to provide more children with health insurance, and is working for another expansion to cover all children. I am proud to see so many women leaders from across the country join me in supporting Hillary." 5/18/07 Leading Florida Women Endorse Clinton Mon, 05/21/2007 Hillary Clinton received the endorsements of leading Florida women officials and community leaders today, illustrating her growing support in the Sunshine State. Leading Florida Women Endorsing Hillary Today: * Lois Frankel, Mayor, West Palm Beach * Katy Sorenson, Miami-Dade County Commissioner * Arthenia Joyner, State Senator * Patricia Ireland, Former President, National Organization of Women * Anne Gannon, Palm Beach County Tax Collector * Martha Barnett, Former President, American Bar Association * Elaine Bloom, Former State Representative * Evelyn Fine, Daytona Beach Businesswoman 5/18/07 Human Rights Leader Dolores Huerta Endorses Clinton Co-Founder of the United Farm Workers of America "Throughout her life Hillary has been a strong leader, working for issues that make a difference in every family's life, like education, health care and good paying jobs," said Huerta. "I believe she is the best qualified candidate and the one that's ready to put our country back on track." 5/16/07 Clinton gets key New Hampshire endorsement New Hampshire state Senate President Sylvia Larsen, of Concord, formally endorsed Hillary Clinton for president this afternoon, marking one of the biggest endorsements for the New York senator thus far. Larsen has been one of the biggest players in New Hampshire Democratic politics for a decade. In 2004, she was the first person to endorse John Kerry’s presidential campaign and helped guide him to his eventual victory in the New Hampshire Primary. * Larsen had said repeatedly that she wouldn't endorse any presidential candidate until the legislative session was over in July. But after seeing Clinton on the trail in New Hampshire, Larsen said, she was "favorably impressed." "I could not be more proud and excited to announce my decision to endorse Senator Hillary Clinton for President," said Senator Larsen. "After meeting with and talking to the candidates in this race, it was clear to me that Senator Clinton is the right choice because she is the candidate most qualified to hit the ground running. Families here in the Granite State and across the country are ready for change and Hillary Clinton is ready to lead. We need an experienced, strong and qualified leader who can get this country back on track." 5/14/07 Sheila Jackson-Lee to serve as Campaign Co-Chair - Clinton Campaign Jackson Lee is in her seventh term in Congress, and is Co-Chair of the Congressional Children's Caucus and a leading voice on immigration issues. Congressional Quarterly has named her one of the 50 most effective Members of Congress, and U.S. News and World Report called her one of the 10 most influential legislators in the House of Representatives. 5/14/07 NY: Tomorrow in Albany, Clinton will officially receive endorsements from Governor Eliot Spitzer, Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver, Attorney General Andrew Cuomo, Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli, and Senate Minority Leader Malcolm Smith. 5/14/07 Leading Wisconsin Officials Endorse Clinton Kathleen Falk, Dane County Executive Matt Flynn, Former Chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, Milwaukee Attorney Tom Loftus, Former Speaker of the Wisconsin Assembly and Ambassador to Norway Nancy Nusbaum, Former Brown County Executive and Mayor of DePere Brady Williamson, Madison Attorney Georgia Duerst-Lahti, Beloit College Professor, Commentator Kate Peyton, Activist and Organizer Jackie Boynton, Founder, Women's Choice, Milwaukee Attorney Karen Campbell, Milwaukee Community Leader Heather Colburn, Interim Director, FAIR Wisconsin Janis Ringhand, Former Evansville Mayor Bill Broydrick, Former State Assembly Member, Founder Broydrick & Associates 5/09/07 Virginia Lawmakers, Leaders Endorse Hillary Clinton Sens.- Mamie Locke, L. Louise Lucas Dels. - Albert C. Eisenberg, Johnny S Joannou, Lionell Spruill Sr. DNC Women's Caucus Chair - Mamie Reiley DNC - Susan Swecker "Hillary Clinton has the experience, compassion and vision necessary to get this country back on track," said Del. Lionell Spruill Sr. 5/8/2007 Massachusetts Rep. Richard Neal Endorses Clinton "Hillary Clinton has the strength and the vision we need to turn this country around," Neal said. "Americans are ready for change, and Hillary has the experience to lead from her first day in the White House." 5/08/07 Md.-Governor o'Malley to Endorse Sen. Clinton O'Malley to be Named State Chairman of Her Campaign "I think she'd make a great president of the United States," O'Malley said during an appearance on "The Politics Program with Mark Plotkin" on Washington Post Radio. 5/07/07 Daniel Inouye, Hawaii's senior senator, is endorsing U.S. Sen. Hillary Clinton for president and will lead a group of veterans in supporting the New York Democrat's campaign. "I believe Hillary Clinton is the best prepared to deal with the challenges facing our nation at home and abroad," Inouye said in a news release from the Clinton campaign. Earlier this year, Inouye said he thought Hawaii-born Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., needed more experience before running for president. 5/01/07 The National Women's Political Caucus Endorses (NWPC) The NWPC announces its endorsement of Sen. Hillary Clinton for President. Sharon Ball, NWPC Vice-President for Political Planning and Appointments stated, "We are so excited about Senator Clinton's candidacy. We believe that we are finally about to realize the dream of winning the White House. America is that much closer to fulfilling the vision of equality and democracy that has eluded us for so long." 4/30/07 Ret. Lt. Gen. Claudia Kennedy Endorses Clinton "Hillary Clinton is a strong leader who can protect our nation while rebuilding our relationships abroad," General Kennedy said. "Her lifelong commitment to health care and better lives for children make her uniquely suited to be our next President." 4/28/07 Former California Gov. Gray Davis was among 25 current and former elected officials and other prominent figures to endorse Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton for president Friday.Quincy Jones, Berry Gordy, Clarence Avant among many endorsing Hillary. 4/27/07 Morgan Stanley Chief Executive Mack Endorses Hillary Clinton 4/27/2007 Hillary Clinton received the endorsements of two dozen prominent California officials and community leaders today, on the eve of California’s Democratic state convention in San Diego. Leading Californians Endorsing Hillary Today: Bill Lockyer, California Treasurer Gray Davis, Former Governor Christine Kehoe, State Senator Sheila Kuehl, State Senator Fiona Ma, State Assemblywoman Clarence Avant, Music Executive Berry Gordy, Music Producer and Founder of Motown Records Quincy Jones, Musician Rev. Amos Brown Rosalind Wyman, Democratic National Committee Member and CEO of 1984 Democratic National Convention Maria Echaveste, Democratic National Committee Member Alice Huffman, Democratic National Committee Member Mirian Saez, Democratic National Committee Member Dennis Herrera, San Francisco City Attorney Michela Alioto-Pier, San Francisco City Supervisor Joe Nation, Former Assemblyman Jackie Speier, Former State Senator Otto Lee, Mayor of Sunnyvale Henry Manayan, Former Mayor of Milpitas Rajen Anand, Chairman of the National Federation of Indian-American Associations Alice Bulos - Chair Emeritus of the Filipino American Democratic Caucus Charmaine Manansala, former Advisor to Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the White House Initiative on Asian American and Pacific Islanders Dang Pham, Vietnamese Activist Rose Ochi, Attorney Jim Park, Businessman 4/26/2007 Ohio Rep. Stephanie Tubbs Jones Endorses Clinton "I am proud to be an early supporter of Hillary's candidacy," said Rep. Tubbs Jones. "While the Democratic party has many talented candidates, Hillary has the experience, leadership and vision to make this country a global leader once again. This country is ready for change and I believe Hillary is the right person, at the right time to initiate that change." 4/25/07 California Assembly Speaker Fabian Nunez endorse Sen. Clinton 4/24/2007 Maryland Sen. Barbara Mikulski Endorses Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of Maryland Senator Barbara Mikulski, the first Democratic woman elected to the Senate in her own right. Mikulski will serve as a chair of Hillary's campaign. 4/23/2007 500 NH Women Announce Support for Sen. Clinton For President State Sen. DeVries to Co-Chair NH Women for Hillary CONCORD, NH -- On the day before Equal Pay Day 2007, State Senator Betsi DeVries, who was the first woman firefighter in Manchester, today announced that she and over 500 New Hampshire women have decided to support Senator Hillary Clinton for President. Citing Clinton's leadership and experience, Devries is the first New Hampshire State Senator to endorse Senator Clinton and will serve as a Co-Chair of "Women for Hillary" in New Hampshire. The 500@ link http://www.hillaryclinton.com/news/release/view/?id=147... 4/20/2007 19 Massachusetts Legislators Endorse Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsements of 19 leading Massachusetts state legislators, reflecting Hillary's growing Bay State support. Below is a full list of Massachusetts officials endorsing Hillary Clinton today. State Senator Edward Augustus State Senator Steven Baddour State Senator Harriette Chandler State Senator Robert Creedon State Senator Susan Fargo State Senator Joan Menard State Senator Richard Moore State Senator Robert O'Leary State Senator Marc Pacheco State Senator Steven Panagiotakos State Senator Pamela Resor State Senator Karen Spilka State Senator Susan Tucker State Rep. Ruth Balser State Rep. Daniel Bosley State Rep. Geraldine Creedon State Rep. Lida Harkins State Rep. Kay Khan State Rep. Pam Richardson 4/19/2007 St. Louis Mayor Slay Endorses Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of St. Louis Mayor Francis G. Slay. "From her days in Arkansas to her current tenure in the United States Senate, Hillary Clinton has demonstrated that she understands why cities matter and has shown a strong grasp of the challenges and opportunities before us," Slay said. "She values what I value: safer, stronger neighborhoods; a better future for all of our children; and good jobs. If Senator Clinton becomes President Clinton, I know St. Louis will have a strong advocate in the White House." 4/19/2007 Eight More NH State Representatives Endorse Senator Clinton for President NH Support Continues to Grow with 37 House Endorsements Today's State Representative endorsements include: Catriona Beck (Bennington); James Cyr (Strafford); Eleanor Kjellman (Henniker); Lori Movsesian (Nashua); Barbara Shaw (Manchester); Mary Sysyn (Manchester); Janet Wall (Madbury); and Deborah Wheeler (Northfield). 4/12/2007 Civil Rights Leader Raul Yzaguirre Endorses Clinton Yzaguirre Will Co-Chair Clinton's Campaign, Lead Hispanic Outreach 4/12/2007 Florence, SC, Mayor Frank Willis Endorses Clinton The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsement of Florence, SC, Mayor Frank E. Willis. "Hillary Clinton is the only candidate I've seen that is stepping up to the plate, saying I will support our cities in America," Willis said. "She has a real feel for what local elected officials are struggling with on a day-to-day basis." 4/5/2007 Nine More NH State Representatives Endorse Senator Clinton for President NH House Support Continues to Grow; Now Totals Nearly 30 The following nine state representatives have decided to support Senator Clinton: Delmar Burridge (Keene), Jane Clemons (Nashua), David Cote (Nashua), Carol Friedrich (Wentworth), Jill Shaffer Hammond (Peterborough), Angeline Kopka (Nashua), Gus Lerandeau, (Keene), Anthony Matarazzo (Nashua), and Trinka Russell (Stratham). The following State Representatives have already announced their support for Senator Clinton: Peter H. Allen (Harrisville), Peter Cote (Nashua); John DeJoie (Concord); Carol Estes (Plymouth); Raymond Gagnon (Claremont); Doreen Howard (Newmarket); Jean Jeudy (Manchester); Steve Johnson (Manchester); Betty Lasky (Nashua); Melanie Levesque (Brookline); Ricia McMahon (North Sutton); Martha McLeod (Franconia); Edgar Mears (Berlin); Michael Reuschel (Manchester); Deanna Rollo (Rollinsford); Michael Rollo (Rollinsford); Jim Splaine (Portsmouth); Hector Velez (Manchester); Mary Jane Wallner (Concord) and Jane Wood (Laconia). 3/29/07 NJ: Gov. Corzine to endorse Hillary Clinton for president 3/28/07NOW - (National Organization for Women) NOW Political Action Committee Proudly Endorses Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton for President of the United States in 2008 Statement of NOW PAC Chair Kim Gandy At this time in our history, this country needs strong, experienced and principled leadership to restore faith in our government and repair its credibility at home and abroad, and to end the destructive policies that have eroded our civil liberties and increased injustice and inequality in our society. Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton is just such a leader. 3/29/07 Massachusetts Rep. McGovern Endorses Clinton This is a bold, groundbreaking, history-making candidacy," McGovern said. "I believe Hillary will be a great president." An outspoken opponent of the war in Iraq, McGovern has been a leading voice in Congress urging President Bush to stop the escalation of troops and bring an end to the war. "All of us hope this war will be over before January 2009, but if it isn't, President Hillary Clinton will end this war," McGovern said. 3/28/07 New York - Billie Jean King King's support will be part of the campaign's "Women for Hillary" 3/28/07 Geraldine Ferraro who in 1984 was the first female vice presidential candidate. This time, when we elect the best, most qualified candidate for president, for the first time we'll be putting a woman in the White House." 3/27/07 DES MOINES, Iowa - Tom Vilsack, the former Iowa governor and one-time Democratic presidential candidate, will endorse Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton in her presidential bid, officials told The Associated Press on Friday. 3/20/2007 Asst. NH House Majority Leader Bette Laskyof Nashua announced today that she endorses Senator Clinton for President 3/19/2007 Pennsylvania Rep. Allyson SchwartzEndorses Clinton "Given her depth and breadth of experience, it's clear that Hillary Clinton can lead this nation in a new direction and restore America's image abroad," Rep. Schwartz said. "She is the most qualified candidate in the field and I'm proud to support her." 3/13/2007 FRANCONIA, NH -- Prominent Franconia legislator and healthcare advocate State Representative Martha McLeod today announced her decision to endorse Senator Hillary Clinton for President. "Senator Clinton has the wisdom, passion and commitment to children and families that will make her a great President," said McLeod. "She has made healthcare a priority throughout her career as an attorney, First Lady, and United States Senator, and I know she will continue to do so when she is President." 3/6/2007 NH House Majority Leader Mary Jane Wallner Endorses Senator Clinton for President 2/19/2007 Clinton Announces South Carolina Endorsements The Clinton Campaign today announced the endorsements of prominent elected officials from across South Carolina. Former Legislative Black Caucus Chairs State Representative David J. Mack III of North Charleston and State Representative John Scott Jr. of Columbia were joined by State Representative Terry Alexander and former State Senator Maggie Glover of Florence in announcing their support for Senator Clinton. Richland County Councilwomen Bernice G. Scott and Joyce Dickerson, and Richland County School District One Commissioner Dwayne Smiling. Charleston County Councilmen Henry Darby and Teddie Pryor Sr., as well as Marva Smalls. State Senators Robert Ford and Darrell Jackson announced their support for Hillary's candidacy last week. 1/20/07 Emily's List The following is a statement from EMILY's List President Ellen R. Malcolm announcing their endorsement of Senator Hillary Clinton for President of the United States. It is with tremendous excitement and pride that EMILY’s List endorses Sen. Hillary Clinton for president. Strength & Experience = Change |
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Tellurian (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sun Sep-16-07 10:51 AM Response to Reply #24 |
31. It's pretty obvious Hillary's got the goods to succeed... |
I have no idea who has endorsed Obama besides Oprah..I know there are others but none I can think of offhand..
anyone? |
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Inspired (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 05:26 PM Response to Reply #9 |
23. The decision was made a long time ago, ctg. |
I could have told Clark supporters the minute Hillary decided to run that he was not going to. It wasn't in the plan.
It's just another move in the game of politics. |
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The Count (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 04:49 PM Response to Reply #8 |
10. As a Clark supporter...I am voting Gravel or Kuchinich. Anti-war is still "my thing" |
and no one will make me lose sight of it.
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Milo_Bloom (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 04:52 PM Response to Reply #8 |
13. He sold out for personal gain... |
Edited on Sat Sep-15-07 05:01 PM by Milo_Bloom
And has hurt the party as a result.
Hilary stands no chance in the general election as a large part of the democratic party won't vote for her and the GOP can rally against her. The only hope would be a strong 3rd party challenge who can draw from both sides. |
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Clark2008 (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 04:59 PM Response to Reply #13 |
15. "Democrat" Party? |
:wtf:
I hope that's a typo. |
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Milo_Bloom (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 05:00 PM Response to Reply #15 |
17. Yeah, sorry... Democratic party.. will edit it now. |
Edited on Sat Sep-15-07 05:01 PM by Milo_Bloom
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Clark2008 (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 04:58 PM Response to Reply #8 |
14. It's the only way she can win, I'll tell you that. |
Edited on Sat Sep-15-07 04:58 PM by Clark2008
And, it will still be an uphill battle if Thompson is the Republican nominee. She's got to have a ticket that can capture some swing vote Bubbas away from Thompson. That will be difficult and I can't think of another soul who could do it besides Clark.
However, Clark would help Hillary win Arkansas - she won't do it without him on the ticket. That said, I'm not voting for her in the primaries. Heck, I probably won't vote because none of them inspire me enough to do so. But, if HRC becomes the nominee and puts Clark on as her VP choice, I'll immediately have bumper stickers made that say "Clark for VP" and leave off Hillary's name. Well, you asked. :) |
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Colobo (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 05:00 PM Response to Reply #14 |
16. But she doesn't have to be the nominee! |
We got the right man to beat Freddy Krueger and his cronies!
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shireen (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 07:20 PM Response to Reply #8 |
26. i respect his decision. |
I don't know who I'll support, I don't feel passionately about any of them like I did for the General.
If Gore jumps in, I'd be very happy but that's unlikely to happen. Clark is a remarkable man, he would have made an outstanding president. Al Gore too. But I'm not ready to say that about our current front-runners. |
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xxqqqzme (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 07:57 PM Response to Reply #8 |
29. XXXXtremely disappointed |
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Colobo (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 04:50 PM Response to Original message |
11. Clark is a great man, and his decision must be respected. |
Hopefully he will have an important role in Obama's presidency.
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Olney Blue (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 05:03 PM Response to Reply #11 |
19. Nice pic! |
:)
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shireen (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 07:15 PM Response to Reply #11 |
25. Obama has a really beautiful family. Those kids are precious! nt |
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Colobo (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 07:29 PM Response to Reply #25 |
27. Our Next First Family! |
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Milo_Bloom (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 04:50 PM Response to Original message |
12. Removal. |
You have been unsubscribed from WesPAC.
Thank you. Powered by image |
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NancyG (483 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 05:05 PM Response to Original message |
20. Vice President Clark sounds very good to me. |
Or Sec of State Clark.
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Colobo (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 05:06 PM Response to Reply #20 |
21. Obama should pick him for either one. |
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renie408 (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sat Sep-15-07 07:36 PM Response to Original message |
28. People are weird. |
Some people are quick to dump Clark because he is doing something THEY don't think he should. Yesterday these same people thought Clark was a genius, a patriotic American and a man whose opinions carried weight...right up until he endorsed somebody they don't like. Instead of thinking, "Gee, Wes Clark is somebody I have always respected. I wonder if I should give this endorsement some thought?" they say, "I have lost all respect for the man." and "Remove him from Wespac." Like all the little armchair quarterbacks all across America have a better idea of what to do than Wes Clark does.
I get this same feeling when my husband bitches about Tiger Woods' club selection. He is Tiger-Fucking-Woods. He knows what he is doing. |
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Tellurian (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sun Sep-16-07 12:36 AM Response to Reply #28 |
30. A remarkable dynamic... |
Gen Wes Clark in their eyes is (was) brilliant and his judgment represented their ideal as a potential president as long as he fit into their paradigm. Gen Clark is well aware one person alone cannot win a war and likewise the presidency. What sterling leadership attribute does General Clark exhibit they never will? There is no "I" in the word Team.
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renate (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore | Sun Sep-16-07 02:52 PM Response to Reply #28 |
32. I love that comparison! |
And really, your little analogy makes this easier to bear.
Over the past few weeks I had pretty much given up on hoping that Wes would run, but I was dreaming of a Gore/Clark ticket. It sounded so right, so absolutely perfect for what the country will need to fix the horrific mess it has become, that I just couldn't imagine it not coming to pass. (I wonder whether Wes has any inside information about whether Gore is definitely positively for sure not running... because if not I would have hoped he'd hold back his endorsement until he knew for sure what the field would be. So to me, this is doubly sad... not only is Wes not running, but I wonder whether he knows for sure that Gore won't run either.) Still, he's Wes Clark. And he knows what he is doing. And it's okay that I don't like it, because it wasn't my decision to make. |
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