The Newark Star-Ledger endorsed him over the weekend, but it is NOT on the website.
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Daily Democrat:
This nation's economy is sputtering. U.S. troops are spread thin, trying to shore up Iraq and chase terrorists running between Afghanistan and Pakistan. The de-emphasis on diplomacy in recent years has cost us the support of former allies and renewed the enmity of countries that have never been particularly friendly.
Barack Obama is right: It is time for change. And The Reporter editorial board believes Sen. Obama is the best presidential candidate to bring it about.
His calm demeanor, which he has consistently demonstrated throughout this extraordinarily long campaign season, inspires confidence. His call for hope rather than cynicism taps into America's deep vein of optimism.
We don't agree with every one of his policies, but we do believe he is on the right track with the most important ones, such as his emphasis on freeing America from its dependence on foreign oil.
He correctly observes that this dependence affects the economy at all levels and colors U.S. foreign policy decisions, forcing us into alliances and positions that this nation otherwise would not take.
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Vacaville Reporter:
This nation's economy is sputtering. U.S. troops are spread thin, trying to shore up Iraq and chase terrorists running between Afghanistan and Pakistan. The de-emphasis on diplomacy in recent years has cost us the support of former allies and renewed the enmity of countries that have never been particularly friendly.
Barack Obama is right: It is time for change. And The Reporter editorial board believes Sen. Obama is the best presidential candidate to bring it about.
His calm demeanor, which he has consistently demonstrated throughout this extraordinarily long campaign season, inspires confidence. His call for hope rather than cynicism taps into America's deep vein of optimism.
We don't agree with every one of his policies, but we do believe he is on the right track with the most important ones, such as his emphasis on freeing America from its dependence on foreign oil.
He correctly observes that this dependence affects the economy at all levels and colors U.S. foreign policy decisions, forcing us into alliances and positions that this nation otherwise would not take.
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Ft. Collins Coloradoan:
Experience was the key word in this endorsement. Obama's lack of experience is either a positive or a negative.
Positive, because this nation is in dire need of a fresh approach after eight years of a Republican administration that failed to improve the lives of our citizens. Positive, because Obama is willing to try new approaches to resolve lingering problems. He has sown a sense of hopefulness, particularly among young people, that this country will thrive again. It's a trust he cannot squander.
Negative, because his lack of executive experience and relatively short term in elected office is the epitome of an unknown. And unknowns are frightening in the wake of numerous crises.
Still, Obama was better able than McCain to articulate his economic plan. Providing middle-class tax relief is essential to boost investment, spending and confidence. Ending tax breaks for companies that take jobs overseas and encouraging public contracts with companies that operate with Americans in mind are common sense approaches.
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The Day of New London, CT:
It will take an exceptional president to guide the nation through such perilous times. These challenges call for prudence rather than emotion, for someone with a keen intellect and a willingness to surround himself with top-notch advisers and listen to them. Needed is a leader with the communication skills to reassure a troubled nation and deliver bad news with a healthy dose of hope.
The Day is convinced that leader is Sen. Barack Obama and enthusiastically endorses him today for president of the United States.
With just four years in the Senate, Sen. Obama seeks the presidency with far less than the normal experience, if that is defined as long years of familiarity with the workings of Washington and the art of political posturing. But the Illinois senator and Democratic nominee has demonstrated great leadership qualities in his campaign for the presidency.
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Norwich Bulletin:
Throughout the course of this campaign, and still today, the freshman senator’s experience and capabilities have been called into question. During the past 19 months, we have been impressed with his growth as a candidate for the nation’s highest office. He clearly has demonstrated, first through a hard-fought Democratic primary and later during the general election campaign with his Republican rival, that he is both fit and capable to serve.
Obama has run an impressive campaign, capturing the hopes of Americans yearning for change and inspiring Americans to believe positive change can happen.
He has shown himself to be a thoughtful, deliberate, intelligent candidate who understands our nation’s priorities in terms of the domestic problems we face with our economy, to his abilities abroad to mend our broken relationships with allies along with the fortitude and strength necessary to deal with those who wish to be our enemies.
His selection of U.S. Sen. Joe Biden, D-Del., as his running mate, adding further strength to the Democratic ticket, was sound judgment. Any lingering doubts of his ability to serve as commander-in-chief were washed away by the recent endorsement of former secretary of state, retired Gen. Colin Powell.
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Florida Today:
He is clearly intelligent and hard working. That, combined with substance, depth and a thoughtful, deliberate approach to complex issues, makes up for his relative lack of experience.
His coherent vision for the future also speaks to the best of America’s values, and his rare gift to inspire has drawn many citizens to his call for a new generation of leadership to ensure the American Dream.
It is incumbent upon him, if elected, to hold out that same promise for those who have supported McCain. And, in turn, for McCain’s supporters to act with equal good faith to help bridge the divide.
Obama is what America is rapidly becoming in the 21st century — multicultural, multiethnic — and has used his background and the lessons learned to appeal to the best of Americans’ nature in his historic quest to become the country’s first African-American president.
Obama is not presenting himself as a messiah, as some opponents cynically claim. Rather, he’s a person who has used his immense talents in that most American way to work hard, measure up and make a difference.
He’s the right man at the right moment to become our next president.
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Macon Telegraph:
America should be proud that two men of character are running to be president of the United States. However, there can be only one. McCain's service to this country is well-documented, and it should be duly honored. However, this is a new day with new challenges. America cannot afford to do business using a 20th century model, and it can't continue the failed policies of the Bush administration. From health care to tax policy to dealing with the reprobates of the world, Sen. Obama's ideas are superior to those of Sen. McCain, whose judgment has been rightly called into question. From his choice of Palin as a running mate to suspending his campaign during the height of the financial meltdown to declaring - in the face of a $700 billion bailout, that the fundamentals of our economy "are sound," - McCain's grip on 21st century realities is questionable.
In the words of former Secretary of State Colin Powell, Obama has "style and substance." That substance includes a keen intellect and posture to help him navigate the pressing issues facing our nation. He has a unique ability to inspire cross culturally. He is a living example that there is a new day dawning in the world, and he will make the case that, as usual, America will lead the way. We endorse Sen. Barack Obama.
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The Hays Daily News editorial is not available apparently.
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Shreveport Times:
Into the breach, our political system has yielded two presidential candidates of vastly different experiences. One is a seasoned lawmaker who unfortunately abandoned his trademark independence for political expediency. The other is a candidate who may have fewer years in the public eye but who offers the best chance for a fresh start for our nation both at home and overseas.
The Times today recommends Barack Obama to be the next President of the United States.
Obama initially made his mark with the American public as an eloquent communicator and gifted politician. For almost two years his campaign has reflected grace and poise, whether inspiring thousands who flock to his rallies or addressing the blistering attacks launched from both inside and outside his party. He is reminiscent of past gifted leaders, whether FDR or Ronald Reagan, who were able to both project calm in uncertain times and to exhort Americans toward our potential to build a better future.
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Portland Press Herald:
Few, however, would have predicted the recent meltdown of the financial sector and the prospect of a severe recession taking hold just as a new president takes office. The risk of an economic free-fall remains real. Americans face some difficult choices in the months ahead.
The person best suited to lead under these circumstances is the one most capable of inspiring Americans to have confidence in the future while also embracing change that will sometimes be difficult to accept. That person has to be intelligent, resolute and, above all, cool under pressure.
On paper, one would not expect a first-term U.S. senator from Illinois to be a person likely to bring those qualities to the nation's highest office. But over the course of an arduous campaign, that senator proved that he has the mettle – the demeanor, energy and policy positons – to lead this nation during a difficult time. As such, Sen. Barack Obama merits our endorsement for president of the United States.
Once again, McCain's legendary temper is an issue with these editorial writers.
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The Greenfield Recorder came out for Obama, but it wasn't about to give its endorsement for free:
But you won't find everything on our web site. You won't find our police and court logs, or the entire local news report or sports. Why? Well, it's just not good business to give away EVERYTHING we have to offer. Our subscribers mean a lot to us, and they value the service we perform by giving them the news and features they want.
So there!
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The Lancaster Intelligencer Journal endorsed Obama, but it is available to subscribers.
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Observer-Reporter:
Partisan claims to the contrary, it is rare for a presidential election to offer a clear choice between a good candidate and a bad one. This one is no exception. Barack Obama and John McCain both have much to recommend them and also have drawbacks.
This newspaper is endorsing Obama. This is partly a leap of faith - any presidential choice is - but it also reflects our opinion that he is better suited temperamentally for the office at a difficult time.
Through three nationally televised presidential debates, Obama has shown himself to be unflappable. He emphasized facts, stretching them at times just as McCain does but refusing to be drawn into an ad hominem exchange with his opponent.
In the past, McCain has shown a tendency to use humor inappropriately. "Bomb, bomb, bomb Iran" might sound great on the stump, but it's not something a prospective president should say out loud.
There's that McCain temper again.
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