Two Former Oregon Governors Endorse Obama

4/10/2008, 7:57 a.m. PDT The Associated Press

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Two former Oregon governors say they will support Barack Obama for president.

Barbara Roberts and John Kitzhaber gave their endorsements to the Illinois senator on Thursday, just before the Democratic Party of Oregon holds its platform convention this weekend.

Their choice puts them at odds with Governor Ted Kulongoski, who has endorsed Hillary Clinton in the Democratic race for president.

Roberts praised Obama for his opposition to the war in Iraq and his support for sustainable environmental policies. Kitzhaber said Obama is the best candidate to bring some real change to American politics.


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