Through the Looking Glass......Senator Robert Byrd Endorses Barack Obama

Published: May 19, 2008, 12:44 pm

Tags: robert byrd, 2008 democratic primary race, barack obama, endorsement, west virginia

Hat tip: DailyKosFrom the Charleston Gazette:Byrd endorses Obama for presidentSen. Robert C. Byrd, D-W.Va., endorsed Barack Obama for president shortly after noon today, focusing on his hope to end the Iraq War.By Paul J. NydenStaff writerSen. Robert C. Byrd, D-W.Va., endorsed Barack Obama for president shortly after noon today, focusing on his hope to end the Iraq War."As people all across this great nation know, I have been one of the most outspoken opponents of the Bush administration's misguided war in Iraq and its saber rattling around the globe," Byrd said.He said he had "no intention of involving myself in the Democratic campaign for President in the midst of West Virginia's primary election. But the stakes this November could not be higher."Byrd praised both Obama and Hillary Clinton, saying their "integrity, honor, love for this country and strong belief in our Constitution I deeply respect..."Barack Obama is a noble-hearted patriot and humble Christian, and he has my full

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