Glassman Endorsed by Arizona’s Largest Newspaper

PHOENIX, Ariz. – The Arizona Republic on Sunday endorsed Rodney Glassman over the other three candidates in the race for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate.

In its Voters’ Guide for the Aug. 24 primary, the newspaper called Glassman, “a savvy, young newcomer with a bright political future,” praising him for “the extraordinary energy he has brought to his campaign and the impressive political resume he has accumulated.”

“A lawyer and JAG officer in the Air Force [Reserve], Glassman served on the staff of Rep. Raúl Grijalva,” the endorsement noted. “He has served on the boards of an astonishing number of civic organizations ­­- a mark of both dedication and ambition.”

“A lawyer and JAG officer in the Air Force [Reserve], Glassman served on the staff of Rep. Raúl Grijalva,” the endorsement noted. “He has served on the boards of an astonishing number of civic organizations ­­- a mark of both dedication and ambition.”

Glassman is a former vice mayor of Tucson, and also started The Glassman Foundation, which has raised more than $1 million for children’s charities. In 2007, he left Grijalva’s staff to run for Tucson City Council, and was elected with more than 60 percent of the vote.

The Republic’s recommendation is the latest in a long and varied list of endorsements that Glassman has garnered so far in the campaign.

“This is great news. I am pleased and gratified to have the support of the largest newspaper in the state,” Glassman said.  “John McCain has been in Washington for 28 years, during which he spent more time thinking about himself than about the needs of Arizonans. It’s time for new leadership that focuses on jobs, on education and on alternative energy that will get our state – and the country – moving again.”

Early ballots will be mailed on Thursday, July 29. Early voting has become increasingly popular, with many voters signing up to be on a permanent early-voter list instead of going to the polls on Election Day.
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