Virigina state lawmakers endorse Obama

[RedEarth]

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - A half-dozen Virginia State Senators announced they’re supporting Barack Obama for the Democratic nomination for president.

Louise Lucas of Portsmouth said at a state Capitol news conference Monday that she initially backed Hillary Clinton, but Obama won her over because of his broad appeal.

Janet Howell of Fairfax County said she waited all her life for an opportunity to vote for a well-qualified woman or African-American. She said she chose Obama because of his ability to unite people. Howell initially endorsed John Edwards, who has dropped out.

http://www.wsls.com/sls/news/state_regional/article/more_state_lawmakers_endorse_obama/4949/

[davidwparker]

1. our Governor has also endorsed G'Obama

[Ashy Larry]

2. Don't forget

America's first black Governor and current mayor of Richmond, Doug Wilder.
http://www.wric.com/Global/story.asp?S=7578260

Also, Rep. Bobby Scott.
http://www.wric.com/global/story.asp?s=7523058

And Rep. Rick Boucher.
http://www.inrich.com/cva/ric/news.apx.-content-articles-RTD-2008-01-22-0095.html

I think Obama will do pretty well here in VA.

[jasmine621]

3. Obama won her over because of "herd mentality." She won't get

anymore votes from my VA family.