By Jo Ingles, Ohio Public Radio
Columbus, OH –
Democratic Ohio Governor Ted Strickland is now supporting presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama. Strickland initially supported Clinton, but has now changed his position.
Strickland came out early endorsing Clinton in her quest for the Democratic presidential nomination. Now that Senator Obama has enough votes to win the nomination, Governor Strickland is now throwing his support to Obama. Strickland said he had discussed his decision with Senator Clinton.
According to Strickland, Ohioans have suffered as a result of the failed policies of the Bush administration.
"Ohioans desperately want real meaningful change, and I believe Barack Obama will bring that change," Strickland stated.
Governor Strickland says he wants to unify the party, and to make sure that Obama wins the presidency in November.