Even while losing the Pennsylvania primary Senator Barack Obama continues to gain the support of superdelegates. Oklahoma Governor Brad Henry endorsed Senator Obama for the Democratic presidential nomination Wednesday, calling him an inspirational leader who can unite the country. "I believe Senator Obama is uniquely positioned to unite our nation and move beyond the divisiveness and partisan skirmishes that too often characterize politics as usual in Washington," the governor said early Wednesday.
The endorsement one day after the Pennsylvania primary gave Senator Obama the official support of three of the state's 10 superdelegates, while Senator Clinton has the backing of one superdelegate. The rest are uncommitted. Govenor Henry, a moderate Democrat in a Republican-trending state, said he had worked hard to build a consensus across party lines on such issues as education, job creation and health care and "that is why I am so enthusiastic about Barack Obama's candidacy. Senator Obama understands that the serious concerns facing average Americans must transcend partisan games if we are to rise to the challenges of today and tomorrow. He is a strong, committed and inspirational leader, ideally suited to bring together Democrats, independents and Republicans," Governor Henry said.
Senator Obama said he was proud of Governor Henry's support "as we continue to build our grass-roots movement for change." He said Governor Henry had "achieved real results" as a consensus builder himself in Oklahoma. "We're fortunate to have Governor Henry's backing, and I look forward to working with him in the months ahead to bring about real change not just for Oklahomans, but all Americans," Obama said.
Despite the hype that Senator Clinton tries to push that she is gaining momentum, Senator Obama has gained 80% more the superdelegates over the last few weeks.
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