http://www.boston.com/news/politics/politicalintelligence/2007/08/senate_presiden.htmlMonday, August 27, 2007
Senate president Murray backs Clinton
Hillary Clinton's campaign today officially announced the endorsement by the first woman to lead the Massachusetts state Senate of her bid to become the nation's first female president.
"At this point in our nation's history, we need a leader in the White House, and no one is more qualified for that challenge than Hillary Clinton," Senate President Therese Murray said in a statement. "Hillary Clinton understands the needs and struggles of all Americans and will work to restore our commitment to domestic issues while mending our international relationships."
She has also has the endorsements of Congressmen Jim McGovern and Richard Neal, Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino, Suffolk County Sheriff Andrea Cabral, Boston City Council President Maureen Feeney, and 30 state legislators.