Rep Herseth Sandlin (D-SD-Superdelegate) Endorses Barack Obama

[MadBadger]

WASHINGTON - Citing hope for “a new direction in American politics and a positive change in Washington,” U.S. Rep. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin, D-S.D., today endorsed Sen. Barack Obama for president of the United States, according to a news release from Herseth Sandlin's own re-election campaign.

"Senator Obama is the right candidate for rural America," Herseth Sandlin said in the release. "He has demonstrated a deep understanding of the tremendous opportunities that come with a transition to a clean energy economy powered by homegrown renewable energy. His policy priorities as well as his bipartisan and inclusive approach convince me that he is the best candidate to lead the country forward."

Senator Obama said, "I'm proud to have the support of Congresswoman Herseth Sandlin. Congresswoman Herseth Sandlin is a recognized leader in the House on renewable energy and rural issues. And I look forward to working with her to refocus our energy policy in a way that reduces our dependence on foreign oil, enhances our national security, and creates jobs in South Dakota and across rural America."

Herseth Sandlin said that after speaking with Senator Obama, she became convinced that his vision and ideas will inspire action that is good for South Dakota and good for the country: "From his commitment to wind energy development to investing in new, groundbreaking technology for cellulosic ethanol, I am convinced that Senator Obama will be a president who capitalizes on what South Dakota's communities, families and entrepreneurs have to offer."

Herseth Sandlin added, "Like many Americans and many South Dakotans, I have been inspired by Senator Obama's commitment to finding common ground, and his ability to generate a groundswell of hope and optimism among people of all ages, and of all political stripes. The challenges we face in our country demand a leader willing to put partisanship aside in order to get things done. I'm proud to announce my support for Senator Barack Obama."

http://www.mitchellrepublic.com/articles/index.cfm?id=24756

[CreekDog]

1. she doesn't matter

her state doesn't matter either.

what else you got for me? :evilgrin:

[cali]

2. This is an excellent endorsement for Obama

and it's yet another SD. Clinton is getting practically no SD endorsements and Obama is getting several every day. Wonderful

[HiFructosePronSyrup]

3. That's the guy that beats his wife.

You obamicons can have him.

:P

[TAWS]

8. What???? Got the wrong person in mind? n/t

[Cha]

10. He's just being a

hoogligan..it was in reference to an endorsement from OHI-O. :)

[Adelante]

4. Very nice

:toast:

[Yael]

5. I just updated SourceWatch with this. 6 of the 7 SD have endorsed Obama

One just got elected to her seat, and there is no endorsement news on her yet.

http://www.rapidcityjournal.com/articles/2008/02/16/news/local/doc47b61d570ba21465941079.txt

[WI_DEM]

6. SD another small "red" state where the Dem establishment has endorsed

Obama: Sen. Johnson, EX-Sen. Daschle and now the congresswoman at large. I expect Obama will win easily when they vote--and while the Clinton campaign believes they don't count--their delegates sure do.

[VotesForWomen]

12. yeah, and i'm sure SD will be going blue in the GE. heh. nt

[hfojvt]

7. allright Stephanie!!!

:loveya:

I'm hoping she runs for Daschle/McGovern's seat in my home state.

[Cha]

9. Must say I'm more than

a little surprised at this..remembering what I do about Stephanie Herseth and now Sandlin!

Wow what a great endorsement for Obama..touching on renewable energy sources like wind energy in South Dakota, the rural issues and her confidennce in Obama's ability to find common ground.

[VotesForWomen]

11. another right winger endorses obama. gee, why i am not enthused? nt