[Obama’s] health care plan, his proposal to cut taxes for the middle class while raising them on the wealthy and his desire to better regulate the financial markets all point in the right direction. Just as important as his thoughtful positions on the issues, however, are the temperament and leadership qualities that Obama displayed in recent weeks. And as the pressure built and the stakes grew, Obama remained calm. McCain has talked a lot about his reputation as a maverick, but has veered little from his party's orthodoxy. His embracing of President Bush's tax cuts, which McCain once opposed out of concern for raising the budget deficit, is an example. A long and hard-fought campaign has shown that inspirational leader to be Barack Obama. To read the full endorsement, click here.
America is hungry for a person who can restore our faith and confidence—in ourselves, in our politics, in our country. We believe that Sen. Barack Obama is that person, and we endorse him for president. As McCain grew more angry and desperate, Obama grew more calm and measured. Obama has not sought to appeal to voters' anger and resentment, but to their desire to come together in common purpose. Obama has shown a remarkably open intellect throughout the campaign, and a capacity to cut through hidebound thinking to the root cause of problems. His positions emerge after analysis across a broad historical context. It will take extraordinary powers of leadership to return this country to its promise. We believe Barack Obama has those powers and is the man to do it. To read the full endorsement, click here.
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