NPR: John Lewis Switching Support from Clinton to Obama

John Lewis Switching Support from Clinton to Obama

Rep. John Lewis -- who had previously endorsed Hillary Clinton -- says he is now switching his support to Barack Obama.

"Lewis told [WSB TV's Monica] Pearson he was switching his support because his district voted for Obama and he believes Americans are looking for a great change. He also said he had not spoken to Clinton or Obama about his decision."

Read the rest. Lewis' early endorsement turned out to be a political risk. It resulted in him picking up opposition to his congressional seat for the first time in nearly 10 years.

Flashback: John Lewis, More CBC Members Shifting to Obama?

(This is the final Obama-related post of the day ... promise.)

Geoffrey Bennett

Tags: Barack Obama | Hillary Clinton | John Lewis

2:40 PM ET | 02-27-2008 | permalink

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Perfect example of a rat swiming from a sinking ship to a good one. Obama close your portholes and let loose the terriors!

Sent by Hopkins | 5:02 PM ET | 02-27-2008

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