N.C. Democratic State Party Chair backs Obama
NC PARTY CHAIR JERRY MEEK ENDORSES BARACK OBAMA
North Carolina Superdelegate Cites Barack Obama’s Ability to Win in Red States, Unite Americans for Change
CHICAGO, IL – Today, North Carolina Democratic State Party Chair and superdelegate Jerry Meek endorsed Barack Obama, citing his ability to unite Americans for change, expand the map for Democrats in November, and inspire new participation in the political process.
Chairman Meek said, “Over the past year, I’ve watched as Barack Obama has drawn countless new people to the political process. Although my position as State Chair has led me to remain neutral through the primary, I’ve quietly celebrated as Barack Obama offered new hope to millions of Americans who have lost faith in the American dream after years of disastrous Republican policies. Rarely does a public servant emerge with Barack Obama’s ability to unite our country and produce real change. With Barack Obama as our nominee, North Carolina can deliver its electoral votes to a Democrat and Democratic candidates up and down the ballot will benefit. Barack Obama offers the best chance to take back the White House, elect countless democrats down-ballot, and breathe new life into the Democratic Party.”
Senator Barack Obama said, “Democrats in North Carolina have a talented and hardworking leader in Jerry Meek and I’m very fortunate to have his support today. Under his leadership the North Carolina Democratic Party has grown and expanded and energized the grassroots. He has recruited an impressive group of candidates up and down the ballot who can compete and win in November. Over the past weeks I was fortunate to get to know the people of North Carolina and heard from them firsthand about the problems they’re facing. I am grateful for their support and for all the new voters who came out and put their mark on the election last night. With their support, we will strengthen our movement for change, put North Carolina on the map for Democrats in November, and bring about real change all across this country.”
