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Arizona Gov. Endorses Obama
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ABC News' Sunlen Miller Reports: Calling her decision 'very difficult' Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano has endorsed Barack Obama over Hillary Clinton.
"I thought very deeply about this decision and in my view it wasn't about gender nor was it about race," Napolitano said, but commented that in the end it all came down to change, "Senator Obama is evidence of that change that we need."
Napolitano told Senator Obama on a conference call with reporters that her endorsement is based on,
"My belief in your leadership and your vision and the fact that you believe we need a new message of hope and solidarity, coming together in Washington DC and you bring that fresh voice, that fresh vision that I think our nation and our nation's capitol so desperately needs."
Obama told reporters that he's been an admirer of Napolitano's for some time, and specifically that "Her hallmark is common sense, she does what makes sense, what works, she doesn't govern based on ideology but on practicality and delivering for her constituents."
Calling Napolitano a "singular talent," Obama added that any wise democratic president would see a potential to use her for "all kinds of important things," a possible hint at a spot for the governor in his cabinet, if he wins the White House.
As Obama's campaign focuses on Nevada, with the caucuses just over a week away, Napolitano's endorsement is key in the Western States, particularly in Western Super Tuesday's states, like Arizona.
Napolitano will appear with Obama tonight for a town hall in Las Vegas, after he picks up the important Nevada Culinary Union endorsement.
January 11, 2008 in Kucinich, Dennis | Permalink | User Comments (6)
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Fairy tales come true, Bill Clinton!!!
Posted by: jvii | Jan 11, 2008 4:50:28 PM
Hmmmm, not many comments in here. I think this really hurt some feelings. People who cover politics understands where Obama is coming from. Especially those with an education. Most Americans are ignorant sheep that rely on personal bias and gossip. This esteemed female Governor knows the deal. Hillary's tears of self-pity was embarrassing to professional women that work hard for their positions. WHAT WOULD ANN RICHARDS SAY ABOUT THOSE TEARS? People forgot about her. Its not about being female, its about character. Hillary comes up short. He can stop the hate. This is no time for 'payback' on Bush.
Posted by: ROB | Jan 11, 2008 9:39:01 PM
Very short. I think the New hampshire women need some political education from this honorable Arizona governor. If nothing, but that electability is not all about gender or race, but intergrity, transparency and fortrightness.
Posted by: Charles | Jan 11, 2008 11:36:44 PM
Who says Hillary won New Hampshire? Frankly I am waiting for the recount something is terribly wrong. Until we examine the computers in New Hampshire, I have not in my mind conceded this race.
Posted by: Linda C | Jan 12, 2008 11:47:10 AM
"Calling Napolitano a "singular talent," Obama added that any wise democratic president would see a potential to use her for "all kinds of important things,""
With Napolitano barred from re-election due to term limits, it doesn't surprise me to see her cutting a deal for a cabinet or even possible VP spot.
And by cutting Hillary out of the equation, Janet could become Queen Bee of the next administration.
Either way, it's good to see Arizona now more influential in national politics.
Posted by: Dave in Phoenix | Jan 12, 2008 1:57:53 PM
I am calling it now. Obama-Napolitano. First African American President and Vice Presidental candiates with this example below of the Clinton baggage.
"Dr King’s dream began to be realized when President Lyndon Johnson passed the Civil Rights Act of 1964, when he was able to get through Congress something that President Kennedy was hopeful to do, the president before had not even tried, but it took a president to get it done."
Clinton continued," That dream became a reality, the power of that dream became real in people’s lives, because we had a president who said ‘we’re going to do it,’ and actually got it done."
Posted by: Noah Thomas | Jan 13, 2008 12:52:33 PM
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