PRESS RELEASE from Obama
for America
February 29, 2008
SENATOR ROCKEFELLER ENDORSES BARACK OBAMA
Chairman of Senate Intelligence Committee Says Obama is Right Leader to Meet Nation’s Challenges
CHICAGO, IL – Today, Senator Jay Rockefeller, the Chairman of the Senate
Intelligence Committee, endorsed Barack Obama for president, citing his
judgment on the Iraq war and national security issues, and calling him
the right candidate to lead our country during a time of instability at
home and abroad.
Senator Rockefeller said, “Today, I’m proud to lend my support and strong
endorsement to Barack Obama and his candidacy for President of the United
States. Barack Obama is the most qualified person – Democrat or Republican
– to lead our country in the face of enormous challenges – the very real
threat of terrorism, economic uncertainty, and instability at home and
abroad.
“As Chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, I am all too aware
that the threats we face are unconventional. They are sophisticated.
They are constantly changing and adapting. And they are very serious.
What matters most in the Oval Office is sound judgment and decisive action.
It’s about getting it right on crucial national security questions the
first time – and every time.
“The indisputable fact is Barack Obama was right about Iraq when many
of us were wrong. It was a tough call and the single greatest national
security question, and mistake, of our time. Today, we remain a country
at war, and countless mistakes over the last six and a half years have
made us less safe. The stakes have never been higher, and that is
why we must take a stand.
“I am not just supporting Barack Obama because of his strength on national
security. I am equally proud of his commitment to rebuild America
– so that we’re a country of equality and prosperity – where no segment
of society is left behind. I know Barack Obama will fight and win
the battle for health care, good paying jobs, and energy security.
“Barack Obama is a uniquely gifted, brilliant and strategic thinker,
who genuinely understands the hopes and desires of the American people.
There is nothing sheltered about his life; he’s always had to work hard,
and he’s always fought to make his community and his country better.
“A leader like Barack Obama just doesn’t come along very often, and
as voters who care passionately about the future of our country, we cannot
afford to squander this opportunity.”
Senator Obama said, “Senator Rockefeller’s leadership in the Senate
has strengthened our national security and advanced economic opportunity,
and I am honored to have his support. Nobody understands the unconventional
threats of the 21st century better than Jay Rockefeller, and I look forward
to partnering with him as President to strengthen our intelligence community
and protect our homeland. Together, we will work to reclaim the American
Dream for working families at home, and to restore our security and standing
abroad.”
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 29, 2008
Contact: Obama Press Office, 312-819-2423