Today, the Clinton Campaign announced the endorsement of Hall of Fame baseball player Hank Aaron along with 125 other local community activists and leaders as part of her campaign's increased presence in the delegate-rich state of Georgia.
In a statement, the Clinton campaign said that the more than 100 individuals across the Peach State "will mobilize grassroots support for Hillary leading up to Georgia's February 5th primary."
"Hillary Clinton receives widespread support throughout the state of Georgia. She has received the endorsement of every statewide elected Democratic official and several other prominent local and national leaders. Last weekend the campaign opened its state headquarters in Atlanta, and will be opening more offices throughout the state in the near future. Nearly 3,500 volunteers have signed up to help with the Hillary Clinton for President Campaign in Georgia, and the Campaign has recruited seasoned organizers in all 13 Congressional Districts."
Also listed as prominent Georgia supporters of Sen. Clinton's presidential bid are:
Former Speaker of the Georgia House Terry Coleman;
State Rep. Pat Gardner;
State Rep. Carolyn Hughley;
State Rep. Billy Mitchell;
State Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver;
State Rep. Nikki Randall; and
State Rep. Earnest "Coach" Williams