
11.09.2007
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| Ohio governor endorses Clinton Ohio governor endorses Clinton 11/9/07 Quote:
NEW YORK - Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland endorsed Hillary Rodham Clinton Friday, calling the New York senator "the strongest candidate our party can bring forth" and contending his state will be crucial in the 2008 election.
Clinton cheerfully agreed: "The road to the White House goes through Ohio."
In 2004, President Bush narrowly beat John Kerry to take Ohio's 20 electoral votes, and both parties say the state could be a key to victory next year, too.
"In spite of the admiration I have for her and her incredible skill set, I would not be making this endorsement if I didn't think she was the strongest and best candidate to win the presidency," Strickland told reporters on a conference call. "I don't think it's likely a Democrat or Republican candidate will be successful without being successful in Ohio. I understand the importance of Ohio in the equation."
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