Gov. Locke endorses Kerry for president

[Nicholas_J]

Another state in Which Dean has drected his attempts to come back


SEATTLE -- Gov. Gary Locke announced Sunday his endorsement of Sen. John Kerry, the Democrats' national front-runner for the presidential nomination.

"John Kerry has the right priorities for Washington state," Locke said in a news release. "He understands that the people of Washington want good jobs, affordable health care, public schools and universities that are second to none. His experience and leadership skills will get our state and our country back on track."



Kerry is scheduled to visit the Seattle area on Tuesday, campaign spokeswoman Alixandria Wade said Sunday.

On Friday, Kerry picked up endorsements from Washington's senior House member, Rep. Norm Dicks, and Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Wash.

Democratic Sen. Patty Murray has said she will stay out of the pre-convention battle among the seven presidential hopefuls.


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[David Dunham]

1. Kerry Will Win WA, Big Time

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2. Kick for Washington State

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