Brian Roach
YDMO Communications Director
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Friday, June 6, 2008
YOUNG DEMOCRATS OF MISSOURI CONGRATULATE SEN. BARACK OBAMA AND CALL FOR PARTY UNITY
The 2008 primary season came to a close this Tuesday, bringing to an end what has been one of the most exciting moments in the history of the Democratic Party. This primary season has shown not only the strength and heart of the Democratic Party but also the American people's desire for change. Young Democrats across Missouri and across the nation know that we are ready for true progress and real change.
Over the past months, Senators Clinton and Obama have energized and inspired an entire generation of young voters. Our candidates have actively brought to the forefront the issues most important to Young Democrats - universal healthcare, affordable higher education, a clean and sustainable environment - and have motivated young people throughout the county to once again get involved in the political process. Both Senators are invaluable public servants with a passion for promoting what Democrats value most.
At this time the Young Democrats of Missouri would like to take the opportunity to congratulate Senator Barack Obama on the success of his inspiring Presidential campaign. On Tuesday, Senator Obama secured the requisite number of delegates to become the Democratic Party's nominee for President. Throughout the Presidential Primary, Senator Obama has proven his commitment to bringing about change that all Americans can believe in. It is now time for the Democrats across Missouri and the nation to unite behind Senator Obama and move our county forward. The Young Democrats of Missouri are committed to doing everything possible to ensure that Senator Obama becomes the next President of the United States.
"The conclusion of our primary season on Tuesday evening reminded me of why I am a Democrat." said Rick Puig, President of the Young Democrats of Missouri. "More importantly, our historic primary should make all Americans, regardless of their political affiliations, immensely proud of our great nation. It is important that all of those who made their voices heard in our Democratic primary unite behind our capable candidate and cast their votes for change in November."
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