Clinton Endorsements (#4 thread) 6/27/07 - 7/05/07

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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.

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