Monday, June 4, 2007

Boston Mayor To Endorse Clinton

Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino is endorsing Senator Hillary Clinton for president in 2008, saying he believes she will represent best the interests of "America's cities."

"She has the experience to lead the nation during these uncertain times," Dot Joyce, Menino's spokeswoman, said. "She's long been a supporter of America's cities and will bring the urban agenda back to the table."

Menino has long been a friend of the Clintons and visited the White House during Bill Clinton's presidency. Political observers say the endorsement could be a boon for the senator from New York, potentially delivering between 10 and 15 percent of Democratic primary voters in Massachusetts. But Menino, one of the most popular mayors in city history, also endorsed failed gubernatorial candidate Tom Reilly last year, so his blessing may not guarantee a Clinton victory in the Democratic primary.

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