Wednesday, February 21, 2007

Hillary Clinton Campaigns in Florida

Hillary Clinton spent yesterday campaigning in Florida, in her first visit to the state since she announced her decision to seek the Democratic nomination.

Clinton was in Liberty City at the Joseph Caleb Community Center, where she spoke to about 200 locals and community activists. Earlier in the day, she was at a fundraising breakfast in Tampa, followed by some meet and greets at 2 private homes. Last night, Clinton attended a major fundraising event, where she raised over $300,000.

And while in Florida, Clinton announced some key local endorsements for her campaign, including Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Congressman Alcee Hastings.

Hastings said that when Hillary Clinton is elected "...this country will be a much better place for the African-American community, Floridians and all Americans."

Other local officials supporting Clinton include:

State Senator - Nan Rich
Former Tampa Mayor - Sandy Freedman
Pembroke Pines Mayor - Frank Ortis
Parkland Mayor - Michael Udine
Former Executive Director of Florida Democratic Party - Ana Cruz