Americans Away From Home

4am, June 4th, finally went to sleep.

What I missed:

Supersmart Strategy.  In a choreographed coup de grace, endorsement after endorsement, and still, Obama released a jetée of 26.5 more superdelegates endorsing him the moment polls closed; the crescendo reached the magic number for nomination.

26.5 delegates, all in a row, from every region and leadership level.

List follows.

Carole
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Arizona

Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords

"I agree with his policy priorities and his commitment to create a cooperative and bipartisan era in American politics."

Arizona Democratic Party Chair Don Bivens

"He is an extraordinary leader, with the ability to bring people together across party lines to solve problems."

California

DNC Member Christine Pelosi

"Barack Obama has captured the majority of the popular delegates from caucuses and primaries from sea to shining sea. Barack Obama has the vision, ideas and values needed to bring positive change to our lives."

DNC Member Rachel Binah

"The people have spoken and I look forward to working with all my energy and enthusiasm for a man who I believe will make an extraordinarily wonderful president. His environmental record is unparalleled and he has a sensitivity to the issues of our time."

DNC Member John Perez

"Senator Obama has run an extraordinary, forward-looking campaign focused on hope, unity and our shared values as Democrats."

Congressman Sam Farr

"Barack is an exciting new leader in American politics. He will work to end the war in Iraq, he will tackle domestic issues that have been neglected for years and he will help repair our battered reputation abroad. I look forward to working with him to bridge the current political divide and address the problems that face our country."

Congressman Bob Filner

"As Chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, I look forward to fighting alongside Senator Obama to correct eight years of neglect of our nation's heroes--working for real gains for America's veterans!"

Congressman Jerry McNerney

"Senator Obama represents hope for the future. He has inspired legions of young people who will energize our nation and help bring about the kind of change necessary to turn the incredible threats we face into opportunities."

Colorado

Governor Bill Ritter

Obama's "success at inspiring people from all walks of life, his commitment to the need for education and health-care reform, and his sense of independence and purpose make him appealing to Coloradans and other Westerners. He understands the promise of a New Energy Economy, of opportunity for all, of building a strong economy for our children. He is the best person to help Americans and Coloradans achieve their God-given potential, and I am proud to endorse him."

Florida

DNC Member Michell Ceasar

"Senator Obama is the clear delegate leader and I believe it is now time to focus on the general election and to prevent John McCain from providing a third Bush term."

Congressman Ron Klein

"Senator Obama is the kind of leader that comes along only once in a generation. He has the unique ability to move our country forward, past the petty partisan politics that so many of us have grown so weary of, and his vision is a breath of fresh air."

Georgia

Georgia State Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond

"The time has come for us to unify the party and throw our complete support behind Senator Barack Obama in order to win the November election. I am impressed by his vision, intellect, and his unique ability to attract new voters to the Democratic column."

Kansas

President of the National Federation of Democratic Women Helen Knetzer

"Today we must put our differences aside in a united effort to ensure that we win in November. I’m pleased to endorse Barack Obama."

Lousiana

DNC Member Patsy Arceneaux

"I believe that it is time to put aside divisive politics and to unite as Democrats looking forward to a victory in November and the hope of real change in America."

Maine

DNC Member Sam Spencer

"Senator Obama is an extraordinary candidate and has inspired Democrats in Maine and across the country to show their support in record numbers."

Maryland

Congressman John Sarbanes

"I am excited to join in expressing my strong support for Barack Obama, who I believe will be an outstanding president. Moving forward, the importance of unifying the party behind one candidate is vital and Democrats in the Third District, the State of Maryland, and the nation are quickly turning their focus to electing Senator Obama as our next President."

Michigan

Congressman Bart Stupak

"Senator Obama will provide the change we need to get our country back on track to prosperity and prominence."

Missouri

Missouri Democratic Party Vice Chairwoman Yolanda Wheat

"I am endorsing Senator Barack Obama for President today because I believe that his leadership will bring about the profound change that this great country so rightly deserves. I hope all Democrats, regardless of whom they have supported until this time, will unite behind Senator Obama's vision of hope and opportunity for all Americans."

Nevada

Nevada Democratic Party Chair Sam Lieberman

"Senator Obama recognizes that our diversity is our strength, and that is key in a rapidly changing state such as Nevada. Sen. Obama will be the catalyst who helps Democrats Win in the West and throughout Nevada."

Nevada Attorney General Catherine Cortez Masto

"It is now time for the Democratic Party to unite behind one candidate. Through a unified Party we will defeat John McCain in November. I look forward to working with Senator Obama to create positive change for the citizens of Nevada and the United States."

New Jersey

Congressman Rush Holt

Barack Obama's "successes in the primaries suggest that we can rise above cynicism and bigotry in America. Like millions in New Jersey and across the country, I have great hopes for an Obama Administration that will restore people’s faith in their government and strengthen America’s reputation for constructive actions abroad."

North Carolina

DNC Member Muriel Offerman

"Barack Obama has spoken to America in a way that has drawn so many new voters who are excited about the real change he will bring to Washington."

DNC Member David Parker

"Senator Obama’s plans for strengthening America’s economy reflect his insight and empathy for all the people of this country. In this era of economic and environmental challenge, we are all simply Americans pulling together to strengthen our country– regardless of region, race, gender, wealth or any other qualification. Senator Obama’s leadership at the head of the Democratic ticket will help Democrats in North Carolina, including Kay Hagan, our Democratic candidate for US Senate. I look forward to his campaigning actively in North Carolina during the fall campaign."

Oklahoma

DNC Member Jay Parmley

"Senator Obama has brought thousands of new people into the political process and his campaign and election will restore people’s confidence in their government. Our goal as Democrats is victory in November and that can only be accomplished if we come together in support of Senator Obama."

Oregon

Oregon Secretary of State Bill Bradbury

"Senator Obama has the vision and commitment to bring people together. This country needs a lot of repair and Barack Obama will be well-suited to accomplish that."

Oregon Democratic Party Vice Chairman Frank Dixon

"I can find no compelling reason not to represent the voters of Oregon who overwhelmingly chose Senator Obama. I do find many reasons to help bring this primary contest to a conclusion so that the Democratic Party may now focus on unity and the hard work necessary to elect our federal and state candidates."

Pennsylvania

DNC Member Ian Murray

"I pledge all my support, my heart, and my passion for Barack Obama and will be working night and day in the coming days and weeks to bring the Obama and Clinton camps together and unify in Northwestern Pennsylvania as we begin our quest for that which all our futures and health depend, the election of Barack Obama."

Virginia

Executive Director of the Virginia AFL-CIO Jim Leaman

"I believe that Senator Obama is the right person, in the right place and at the right time to change politics in Washington from strict partisan warfare to one of jointly solving America’s problems. For me, Senator Barack Obama represents a new generation of leadership that will have to solve our problems in health care, social security, education, the environment, jobs, national security and the economy in the upcoming decade."