Powell Endorses Barack Obama

Colin Powell shocked the republicans this morning by going on the prestigious Meet The Press and announcing that he will vote for Barack Obama.  He said it is because of his style and substance and the inclusive nature of his campaign that he believes Obama will be an “exceptional president,” a transitional figure that will bring about change and usher in the next generation of politics into our land.

What is most remarkable about this endorsements is as you probably know, Powell was a member of the President Bush’s Cabinet during Bush’s first term.  He has been considered as a possible running mate for several republican presidents and was urged by many to run for the office.

Powell is a highly respected general and many thought he was in a power struggle with Dick Cheney during the march to our invasion into Iraq.  Many feel that he was betrayed and lied to by the Bush administration.  He was embarrassed by the administration when he was given false information to report to the United Nations in our argument for war.  The report was later proved false and led the conviction of Scooter Libby for obstruction of Justice.

This will be a massive blow to the McCain campaign.


Tagged with: Presidential Election 2008

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