Barry Switzer endorses John Edwards

[anti-bush]

I know, endorsements don't mean too much. But in a state like Oklahoma, where Barry Switzer is referred to as "The King", you never know.

Switzer may just be the most influential man in Oklahoma. He backed Democrat Brad Henry for Governor who won against the very popular Republican congressman Steve Largent.

According to an OU-Poll:

Sixteen percent of those who voted for Henry said they were influenced by the endorsement of former OU and Dallas Cowboys football coach Barry Switzer. Poll analysts said Switzer's appeal may explain why Henry carried men younger than 50, a demographic group that historically votes Republican.


This was apparently reported on the news tonight in Oklahoma, and robo-calls from Switzer have gone out to Oklahoma residents today.

This could mean a few extre points for Edwards, which is very important in the tightly contested state.

[jenk]

1. cool

just wish it could've come a little earlier!

[bluestateguy]

2. I always thought he was Republican

[jenk]

3. seems like he would be

I mean, Oklahoma Football Coach pretty much has GOP written all over it. Nice to know he isn't.

[JohnKleeb]

4. I'd say btw congrads

I never liked Switzer's cowboys because when I was litlte I was a skins fan :D. I expect Edwards to have a nice showing tommorow, good luck.

[arewethereyet]

5. geez that really is big in Oklahoma

their Sooners are mythical