Today, I’m proud to endorse even more Democratic candidates who aren’t just running against something, but for something—to expand opportunity for all of us and to restore dignity, honor, and compassion to public service. They deserve your vote: pic.twitter.com/NO5jnhX3XD
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) October 1, 2018
The second wave of endorsements is a part of a bid by Obama and the rest of the Democratic party to help facilitate a "blue wave" that will Congressional seats held by Republicans. Obama's endorsements feature candidates from several states, including New York's rising star, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who made headlines after upsetting congressional incumbent, Joe Crowley in the midterm elections.I'm so honored to have the support of @BarackObama! pic.twitter.com/bKSfJg1xf1
— Gretchen Whitmer (@gretchenwhitmer) October 1, 2018
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