Another great endorsement for Hillary.
Mr. Luján is one of the top Hispanic Democrats in Congress. He’s with her!
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Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton just clinched another endorsement from top Hispanic Democrat Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico, days before voters cast their ballots in a slew of Super Tuesday states next week.
"Hillary has the determination to defend and expand our country's economic and social progress, and to continue to break down barriers and move our country forward so that opportunity reaches everyone," Luján, the second most senior Hispanic member of Congress and a former vice chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, said in a statement Friday. "Every job matters to Hillary and she believes all Americans should have the dignity of a paycheck to raise their families, put a roof over their head, and store away a little money for their children's education at the end of each month."
Luján, who serves as chair of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee in charge of electing Democrats to the House in 2016, also pointed to Clinton's electability ratings as one reason she's drawn his support.
Luján, in his endorsement, addressed Clinton's efforts to lift up minority communities.
"Deep in her heart, Hillary is driven to extinguish the oppressive power of racism, sexism and hate in our country that is holding too many people back," he said
Here’s Mr. Luján's entire statement:
“As President of the United States, Hillary Clinton’s first priority will be the hardworking people in New Mexico and across the country, as she fights to keep us safe, expand opportunities for every child, and ensure that when the American people get ahead, they can stay ahead. Secretary Clinton is the best choice for President by far, and I am honored to endorse her.
Hillary embodies New Mexico values. She puts people first and will roll up her sleeves to change their lives for the better. Her record of advocating on behalf of women, children and families, investing in science and supporting our national labs, and fighting to protect our land, water and air will make a real difference in New Mexico and across the country.
Hillary has the determination to defend and expand our country’s economic and social progress, and to continue to break down barriers and move our country forward, so that opportunity reaches everyone. Every job matters to Hillary and she believes all Americans should have the dignity of a paycheck to raise their families, put a roof over their head, and store away a little money for their children’s education at the end of each month. And deep in her heart, Hillary is driven to extinguish the oppressive power of racism, sexism and hate in our country that is holding too many people back.
Hillary has strength, compassion and a sense of responsibility to care for others that is second to none. She has what it takes to connect with a diverse group of voters across the country and will fight to motivate and unite people behind her, which will benefit all Democrats come November.”
#ImWithHer
Thanks to floridageorge for the head up!