President Obama endorses Brian Schatz in Hawaii's U.S. Senate election

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President Obama endorses Brian Schatz in Hawaii's U.S. Senate election

WASHINGTON, D.C. (HawaiiNewsNow) -
President Barack Obama has endorsed Senator Brian Schatz in Hawaii's U.S. Senate election, according to a statement from the Senator's campaign office.

The endorsement could prove to be key for Schatz, who chaired President Obama's 2008 campaign efforts in Hawaii, as he enters a challenging race against fellow Democrat and U.S. Representative Colleen Hanabusa.

President Obama, the statement says, pointed to Senator Schatz's effective leadership in the Senate and his work to protect Social Security and fight for middle-class families.

"I have worked with Senator Schatz on the issues that matter to Hawaii," President Obama said. "Brian's deep commitment to the people of Hawaii and his effective leadership are why I believe it is important to return him to the Senate."

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1. Harry Reid Endorses Sen. Brian Schatz

Harry Reid Endorses Sen. Brian Schatz

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) endorsed Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) for re-election over Rep. Colleen Hanabusa, Schatz's challenger in the Democratic primary.

The endorsement came a few hours after President Barack Obama endorsed Schatz on Monday. Here's Reid's statement:

Senator Schatz is a fine Senator, a steadfast advocate on behalf of Hawaii in the Senate. I endorse him wholeheartedly and support President Obama’s decision to do the same. Brian has proven himself a champion for working families in Hawaii. He has been a leader in efforts to develop clean energy jobs and reduce the impact of climate change, and a strong advocate for ensuring a fair shot for all Americans. I’m pleased to join President Obama in supporting Brian and I look forward to his continued service on behalf of Hawaii in the United States Senate.

Schatz was appointed by Hawaii Gov. Neil Abercrombie to finish out the term of the late Sen. Daniel Inouye (D-HI). One of Inouye's last requests was for Hanabusa to be appointed to the seat.

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