Today in political history...
Jim Clyburn's endorsement of Barack Obama.
In June 2008, Representative James Clyburn endorsed Barack Obama for President.
This endorsement was a pivotal moment in the 2008 Democratic primary, significantly securing Obama’s nomination.
Clyburn, representing South Carolina, held considerable sway within the African American community and among Southern Democrats. His endorsement came at a crucial …
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