Wed Jan 30, 2008
Stoneham - Rep. Paul Casey, D-Winchester, announced that he is supporting Sen. Barack Obama for president.
Casey joined Gov. Deval Patrick and elected officials from across the commonwealth this week to coordinate voter-to-voter strategies to increase support for Obama in the lead up to the Massachusetts primary on Tuesday. Sen. Edward Kennedy, Sen. John Kerry, U.S. Rep. Michael Capuano, and U.S. Rep. William Delahunt joined the more than two-dozen elected leaders by phone.
“This is a grassroots campaign,” Casey said following the meeting. “We are targeting new and old voters alike to come out and stand for change. We are all committed to earning support for Barack Obama one vote at a time.”
The event seized upon the tremendous momentum for Obama in Massachusetts over the past month. In addition to Casey, the campaign has recently announced the endorsements of Caroline Kennedy, Sen. Kennedy, Kerry, U.S. Rep. William Delahunt, and Capuano, along with dozens of local elected and community leaders and thousands of grassroots supporters across the state.
Thanking Casey and his fellow elected officials, Obama said, “Voters in Massachusetts are looking for fundamental change: an end to the war in Iraq, an economy that allows our families to thrive, and the restoration of our moral standing around the world. I’m thrilled to have the support of so many leaders in Massachusetts who understand that we need more than just a new president — we need a new kind of politics. If we’re going to take on the challenges we face as a nation, we’re going to have to get past the partisanship and bickering that has come to dominate our politics. Voters in Massachusetts started that process in 2006 when they elected Governor Deval Patrick. Now, together, we’re going to win the White House and bring about real change all across this country.”
Casey focused on Obama’s strong character, unifying leadership, and impressive track record of fighting for working families when considering his endorsement.
“Throughout the country, the Illinois senator has united people from different backgrounds to create a diverse coalition dedicated to changing politics-as-usual in Washington,” said Casey. “I am proud to offer my wholehearted endorsement of Senator Obama’s campaign for the presidency.”
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