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Roark Statement on Presumptive Nominee Obama

Contact:  Chuck Oxley   (208) 871-4976 (office)  

The following is a statement from Idaho State Democratic Party Keith Roark regarding the presumptive nomination of Sen. Barack Obama as the Democratic Presidental Nominee:

"On behalf of the Idaho Democratic Party I want to extend our congratulations to Sen. Barrack Obama who tonight has secured the Democratic nomination for President of the United States. Idaho has played an important role in Sen.Obama's nomination and I know that he sincerely appreciates our contribution.

"I also want to congratulation Sen. Hillary Clinton on her historic campaign for the White House. In years to come her tireless fight for the nomination will be regarded as a milestone in American politics.  She is a fighter and a champion whose voice will be heard speaking out for a better nation and a better world for years to come.

"The general election campaign for the Presidency is now under way. It is clear that this nation cannot tolerate another four years of George Bush's policies -- and that's all that John McCain offers.  We have squandered the good will and respect America once enjoyed abroad.  We have lost the confidence of our own people in the ability of their government to work on their behalf rather than pander to special interests. Americans are losing their jobs, losing their homes and watching hopelessly as gas prices rise above $4.00 per gallon. We need change, fundamental change, change we can believe in -- and we need it now.  

"The Idaho Democratic Party is alive and well and ready to carry the message of Sen. Barrack Obama to every voter in this great state.  This is a great year to be a Democrat!"

R. Keith Roark, Chair
Idaho Democratic Party