2008 Candidate Endorsements
U.S. Senate Races
Kay Hagan - U.S. Senate, North Carolina
Southern Pines PilotHagan Better Choice In U.S. Senate Race
October 28, 2008
"With a background in law and banking, Hagan has played a strong role almost from her first day in the N.C. Senate. She has set forth a coherent set of positions on key federal issues: expanding veterans' benefits, pressing for more fuel-efficient vehicles, repealing the Bush tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans. In contrast to Dole, she remains closely in touch with the people of North Carolina and their dreams and values."
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Independent Tribune
Hagan over Dole in U.S. Senate race
October 28, 2008
"Hagan, a Democrat, has served in Raleigh as state senator for the past 10 years. She has demonstrated initiative and enthusiasm to find the right solutions to the problems North Carolinians face. She knows the fight. She knows what the obstacles are and she knows how North Carolinians feel because she sees them every day."
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Raleigh News & Observer
A promising choice
October 22, 2008
"Imagination, and a belief that change is possible -- there are some cornerstones in Hagan's campaign. She is well-informed, not just well-meaning. She is astute. Her record in Raleigh indicates she knows how to make a legislative system work. It forecasts a promising career in the U.S. Senate."
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Wilmington Star News
Kay Hagan for U.S. Senate
October 21, 2008
"Washington is a lot different from Raleigh, but a knowledgeable, energetic and assertive politician such as Hagan can provide strong representation."
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Durham Herald-Sun
Hagan our choice for U.S. senator
October 17, 2008
"The coming years will require a practical, reform-minded, hard-working senator for North Carolina. We think Hagan will fill the bill."
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Charlotte Observer
Hagan better choice for U.S. Senate seat
October 12, 2008
"We believe she offers citizens the better hope of having an effective and independent voice in the Senate. She also offers them a voice that is more closely attuned to everyday life in North Carolina."
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Winston-Salem Journal
Election '08: U.S. Senate
October 10, 2008
Hagan "is a bundle of brains and energy. . . [she] has the potential to be an excellent senator for North Carolina."
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Asheville Citzen-Times
Hagan will give N.C. a better voice in the Senate
October 9, 2008
"North Carolina needs and deserves a senator who stays in touch with her constituents and the changing dynamics of a fast-growing state. And it deserves a knowledgeable, collaborative, but forceful voice in the U.S. Senate. We believe Kay Hagan promises to be such a voice."
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Greensboro News and Record
Hagan's track record recommends election
October 5, 2008
"She's responsive to constituents, communicates well, works hard, comprehends complex issues, makes good decisions and is not content to be average. She can become an outstanding U.S. senator."
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Jeanne Shaheen, U.S. Senate, New Hampshire
Concord MonitorFor U.S. Senate, our vote goes to Shaheen
November 02, 2008
"Shaheen is, at heart, cautious, pragmatic, incrementalist. One of her most important achievements as governor was likely invisible to most voters: populating the agencies of state government with smart, forward-thinking, creative bureaucrats who knew how to get things done."
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Sentinel Source
Jeanne Shaheen for U.S. Senate
October 27, 2008
"People who vote for Shaheen this time around will not be endorsing anything approaching an ideological blueprint. They will be opting instead for a pragmatic approach to government, from a candidate with a bias toward personal liberties, environmental protection, and the needs of children and the middle class... We think these times call for Jeanne Shaheen."
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The Boston Globe
Shaheen for U.S. Senate
October 26, 2008
"In the U.S. Senate race in New Hampshire, both candidates hew closely to that state's anti-tax, anti-deficit orthodoxy. But there are significant differences between the two on issues like the future of Social Security, embryonic stem-cell research, and protection of the environment. Former Governor Jeanne Shaheen, a Democrat, holds sensible stands on these questions that earn her the Globe's endorsement."
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Cabinet Press
Decision time in the valley
October 24, 2008
"The former three-term Democratic governor was a popular centrist in Concord and we expect her to stay that way in Washington, D.C."
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U.S. House Races
Judy Baker - U.S. House, Missouri-09
St. Louis Post-DispatchTerms of endearment
October 21,2008
"Judy Baker's intelligence and independence make her the choice in the ninth district."
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Columbia Tribune
Judy Baker in the ninth district
October 15, 2008
"For everyone who knows Judy Baker and her record in the Missouri General Assembly, the election for the representative in the U.S. Congress from Missouri's dinth district offers a truly pleasing opportunity. We can send her into higher office by a strong majority vote."
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Kay Barnes - U.S. House, Missouri-06
Kansas City StarBarnes is the best choice for Missouri's sixth U.S. House district
October 23, 2008
"Kay Barnes knows how to encourage economic growth, create jobs and bring diverse groups of people together to pursue common goals. These abilities made her a successful two-term mayor of Kansas City, and they make her an excellent choice to represent northwest Missouri in Congress."
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Anne Barth - U.S. House, West Virginia-02
Charleston GazetteBarth: Congress endorsement
October 7, 2008
"Anne Barth is a breath of fresh air amid stagnant West Virginia politics. She's intelligent, informed, conscientious."
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Becky Greenwald - U.S. House, Iowa-04
Des Moines RegisterNewcomer brings leadership potential
October 29, 2008
"The 4th District has the opportunity not only to send a bright and energetic new leader to Washington, but also to make history by electing the first woman from Iowa to serve there. Greenwald deserves a chance to go to work for Iowans."
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Debbie Halvorson - U.S. House, Illinois-11
Southtown StarHalvorson: a proven hard worker for her constituents
October 27, 2008
"Halvorson has proven to be hard-working and constituent-focused during her 10 years in the state Senate."
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Herald News
Halvorson will best represent our interests
October 19, 2008
"For more than a decade, Debbie Halvorson has been a public official committed to serving the people, and we foresee that dedication continuing as the U.S. representative for the 11th congressional district."
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Ann Kirkpatrick - U.S. House, Arizona-01
Arizona Daily SunMake Ann Kirkpatrick of Flagstaff a bipartisan choice
October 26, 2008
"It's been a long time since northern Arizona had a chance to send a homegrown candidate to Congress. In Ann Kirkpatrick of Flagstaff, we have that opportunity, and we urge local voters, regardless of party, to seize it on Nov. 4. Kirkpatrick brings more to her first district candidacy than just local roots. She's held elective office as a state lawmaker. She's worked in local government as well as the private sector. She's reached out effectively to a variety of interest groups, both as a lawmaker and a candidate for Congress."
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Arizona Republic
Republic endorses Ann Kirkpatrick for District 1
October 20, 2008
"Democrat Ann Kirkpatrick is the best candidate to speak for the diverse interests of this incredibly varied district. Kirkpatrick's strengths include her skills in mediation and conflict resolution. Those would be valuable tools for promoting key legislation for the district."
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White Mountain Independent
The Independent endorses Kirkpatrick
October 14, 2008
"White Mountain residents have the opportunity to elect 'one of their own' this year to represent them in Washington. Ann Kirkpatrick, a McNary native, is poised to wrestle away the Republican-held seat for congressional district one. Kirkpatrick, a former state representative, is prepared to handle the challenges which face our country and more specifically, our area."
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Suzanne Kosmas - U.S. House, Florida-24
Florida TodayWe recommend Suzanne Kosmas
October 22, 2008
"The differences between the candidates couldn't be sharper. Kosmas' integrity, bipartisanship and forward-thinking positions earn her our endorsement."
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News Journal Online
Kosmas' integrity needed in Congress
October 18, 2008
"Kosmas's experience, her continued involvement with her community before and after she left public office, and her deliberate style make her, clearly, the better choice against Feeney in November."
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Orlando Sentinel
We think: Kosmas would serve voters best
October 12, 2008
"We've endorsed Mr. Feeney in each of his previous races for Congress, but he's never faced a challenger as capable as this year's, Democrat Suzanne Kosmas. . . Whether the next president is a Democrat or a Republican, Ms. Kosmas is well-prepared to work with the White House and other lawmakers."
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Alice Kryzan - U.S. House, New York-26
Lockport Union-Sun & JournalKryzan's plans more directly suit WNY
November 02, 2008
"We believe Kryzan has the smarts, the initiative, the dedication and the empathy to help lift us out from under the economic clouds that seem darker and more threatening in Western New York than in the rest of the nation."
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Tonawanda News
OUR VIEW: Alice Kryzan earns nod in Democratic year
November 01, 2008
"Traditionally, endangered freshmen… are put front-and-center on important issues in order to convince the folks back home that they're making a difference in Washington. No doubt, if voters pick Kryzan, she'll be in line for this front-seat treatment. And that will benefit the district." "
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Buffalo News
Kryzan for the House
October 27, 2008
"It is Kryzan whose position on the important issues earns her the chance to go to Congress. Kryzan is having no more of the Bush administration’s nonsense about the solution to every problem being another tax cut for the rich. Alice Kryzan should be elected to Congress from the 26th district."
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Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
Elect Alice Kryzan in the 26th congressional district
October 19, 2008
"The Democrat and Chronicle endorses Kryzan in the Nov. 4 general election."
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Betsy Markey - U.S. House, Colorado-04
Windsor BeaconBeacon endorses candidates
October 18, 2008
"We believe it's time we had a representative that voted for the common man and woman, one that is willing to be accessible and to listen to new ideas, and one who is willing to work in a bipartisan manner. That's why we're endorsing Democratic challenger Betsy Markey
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Daily Camera
Markey for Congress
October 16, 2008
"The country's deficit has spiraled out of control; we have no solid solutions on energy, health care or a defined plan to extract our military out of Iraq. Musgrave's high-profile attention to conservative social issues -- she is anti-abortion and against stem cell research as well as gay marriage -- seems almost quaint in today's tumultuous environment. It's time for a new voice to represent the district: Markey is that voice."
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Boulder Weekly
Boulder Weekly endorsed Betsy Markey
October 9, 2008
"Boulder Weekly hopes Markey wins this seat. Musgrave has shown that she's more interested in representing her religion than her region. If she truly thinks "family values" comprise the most pressing issue facing our nation, perhaps she's missing international economic headlines or skipping the news about global warming. The change this nation needs won't come from those who insist on flogging the same dead horse. Musgrave wore out her welcome in Washington a long time ago. Vote for Betsy Markey!"
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Sharen Neuhardt - U.S. House, Ohio-07
Dayton Daily NewsNeuhardt is the smarter, bolder choice for 7th District
October 17, 2008
"[Neuhardt] can articulate her case, and she is bright. The Dayton region has a tradition of stronger-than-average representation in Congress. In this race, there is only one way, at most, to continue the tradition. The rookie is the better, bolder, more optimistic choice."
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Chellie Pingree - U.S. House, Maine-01
Bangor Daily NewsPingree for first district
October 24, 2008
"Ms. Pingree pledges to bring passion and common sense to her work in Congress, should she win, along with big ideas for addressing the nation's daunting problems. 'I don't expect people to settle for halfway measures,' she said. That approach will serve the first district well."
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Portsmouth Herald
Portsmouth Herald endorses Pingree
October 23, 2008
"The Herald endorses Chellie Pingree in Maine's first congressional district race."
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The Times-Record
Pingree in district one
October 23, 2008
"Chellie Pingree offers residents of Maine's first U.S. House district a mix of experience and vision that would serve the district well if she's elected to Congress."
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Portland Press Herald
Pingree is our pick for first district post
October 19, 2008
"Pingree is a proven leader who has demonstrated her ability to rise to the top in a variety of different circumstances. She would take that ability with her to Congress, promising the people of Southern Maine a forceful voice in the debate during this crucial period. "
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Carol Shea-Porter - U.S. House, New Hampshire-01
Concord MonitorShea-Porter best for the first district
October 27, 2008
"Shea-Porter excelled at constituent service and accessibility. She has proven herself to be a hardworking, effective representative who deserves another term."
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Portsmouth Herald
Shea-Porter has earned a second term
October 22, 2008
"We believe Shea-Porter has done what the people of the first congressional district sent her to Washington to do. She has advocated for their best interests and avoided ideological atrophy. We encourage voters to send her back to Washington."
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Dina Titus - U.S. House, Nevada-03
Las Vegas SunWhy Dina Titus would best represent Nevada’s third congressional district
October 17, 2008
"What Titus offers is an intelligent, thoughtful perspective that would stick out in the halls of Congress but which is now missing from the third congressional district representative. The Sun endorses Dina Titus."
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Vic Wulsin - U.S. House, Ohio-02
Dayton Daily NewsWulsin better for second district than Schmidt
October 16, 2008
"The best bet for the district is Dr. Wulsin."
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Gubernatorial Races
Jill Long Thompson - Governor, Indiana
South Bend TribuneOur opinion: Endorsements
October 31, 2008
"Long Thompson has served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives and as an undersecretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Her plans for expanding Indiana's economy based on clean energy, health insurance accessibility and education would be improvements for the state. Long Thompson also has vowed that state privatization contracts would be reviewed under her administration."
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Bev Perdue - Governor, North Carolina
Star NewsPerdue for governor
October 25, 2008
"Perdue has the tools and the ideas to meet that challenges, and to help North Carolina's economy prosper."
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Southern Pines Pilot
The Pilot Endorses: For Governor: Beverly Perdue
October 20, 2008
"North Carolina would be better off with a highly qualified governor who can hit the ground running and won't require a lot of on-the-job training. That candidate is Bev Perdue."
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Greenville Daily Reflector
For governor
October 19, 2008
"Perdue's stance on the issues reflects a more promising vision and makes her the right choice for North Carolina."
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