Today, the Lexington Herald-Leader formally endorsed Barack in advance of Kentucky's Democratic primary:

... Before Kentuckians go to the polls Tuesday in one of the last primaries, let's just pause to savor this moment in history: For the first time in 232 years of nationhood, an African-American or a woman will lead a presidential ticket.

That alone makes this election a hopeful turning point.

The opportunity for national renewal will be even greater if, as appears almost certain, Sen. Barack Obama is the nominee.

... while Clinton is an adept practitioner of politics as we know it, Obama is offering something new. He makes a convincing case that he can lead this country without sowing fear and dividing people, the cynical ploys of a political era that has run out of steam.

Obama has given voice to a widespread yearning not just for a changing of the guard but for a changing of the game. And that ability to express a people's aspirations is a mark of leadership.

Like President John F. Kennedy, another senator who electrified young people, Obama also has the substance to transform idealism into action.

... Obama is uniquely suited to lay out the challenges, reignite this country's can-do spirit and lead us into a better future.

See the list of over 100 newspapers that have endorsed Barack Obama . . . 

Kentucky's primary is just four days away. Right now, across the country, grassroots phonebankers are making calls to undecided voters in Kentucky to share why they believe it is important to elect Barack Obama as the next President of the United States. No matter where you are, you can help. It only takes a minute to get started, and the Kentucky calling campaign runs until 9:00 PM EST tonight: