Michael Hill

September 4, 2008 - 9:27am

Obama NH campaign announces 'Former McCain Supporters for Obama'

Bette Bramante voted for U.S. Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) in 2000, but this time around she is backing the presidential campaign of U.S. Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.).

"Supporting the 2008 McCain was never even a consideration for me. The two McCains are vastly different, and the times are different, as well,” said Bramante. “For me, Senator Obama represents America's success, generosity and compassion, and above all, his leadership will bring the opportunity to achieve our dreams within the grasp of each American."

The Democratic presidential nominee's New Hampshire campaign announced on Thursday that Bramante, a small business owner and former teacher, is one of four co-chairs of "Former McCain Supporters for Obama," a group that will reach out to other former McCain supporters.

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