ORLEANS PARISH DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE ENDORSES FOSTER CAMPBELL
- September 29, 2007

     NEW ORLEANS--The Orleans Parish Democratic Executive Committee endorsed Foster Campbell for governor Friday night for the gubernatorial election on October 20.

     “After presentations by both Foster and Walter Boasso, our members voted overwhelmingly to support Foster, based on his strong leadership, principles and interest in the working men and women of the New Orleans area and all of Louisiana,” said Stephanie Butler, chairwoman of the committee.

     She said Campbell’s record as a state senator and as a member of the Public Service Commission demonstrates his commitment to improving the quality of life for all Louisianians.

     “I’m thrilled to win the endorsement of the Democratic Executive Committee,” Campbell said. “This demonstrates that my plan to eliminate the income tax and provide new revenue for education, healthcare, economic development and New Orleans recovery is resonating throughout this state.”

     Campbell said the endorsement is particularly significant because it comes in the back yard of Boasso.

     Boasso, it was pointed out in Thursday night’s gubernatorial debate, is a recent switcher to the Democratic Party, voted against an increase in the minimum wage and amassed a senatorial voting record very favorable to big business interests in Louisiana.