superdelegates

Rush Holt and Barack Obama: Credits: Holt for Congress/Getty ImagesAs the Democratic presidential primary race reached its conclusion tonight, 12th District U.S. Rep. Rush Holt joined a pack of other previously unconfirmed superdelegates to back Barack Obama this evening.

"Barack Obama has a remarkable life story, has run a stirring campaign, and has offered an inspiring vision and an impressive strategy to bring about much-needed change in our nation," said Holt. "His successes in the primaries suggest that we can rise above cynicism and bigotry in America, and I am honored to offer my endorsement and support."

Holt was one of two high profile superdelegates to hold off on a presidential endorsement. U.S. Sen. Frank Lautenberg, who's up for reelection tonight, is not expected to endorse anyone until the presidential race wraps up.

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One uncommitted superdelegate from New Jersey appears to be leaning toward Hillary Clinton, according to recent comments he made to close friends who have communicated his position to PolitickerNJ.com. Red Bank resident Philip Murphy, the Democratic National Committee Finance Chairman and a former Managing Director at Goldman Sachs (where he was aligned with the faction that essentially tossed Jon Corzine as Chairman in 1999), has reportedly told at least three individuals that he would likely vote for Clinton over Barack Obama at the Democratic National Convention – if the nomination comes down to a contest in Denver. 

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Former Governors Brendan Byrne and Jim Florio, both supporters of presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, were named tonight as Unpledged Delegates to the Democratic National Convention.

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Hillary Clinton added one more superdelegate to her tally last night when one of her supporters won a special election to fill a vacant California congressional seat. Democrat Jackie Speier, a former State Senator, won 77% of the vote in her bid to replace Tom Lantos, who died of cancer in February. READ THE STORY ON POLITICKERCA.COM more >

New Jersey still has three uncommitted super delegates: U.S. Senator Frank Lautenberg, Rep. Rush Holt, and Democratic National Finance Committee Chairman Philip Murphy. None are expected to announce a preference in the race between Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton today.

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State Senator Dana Redd becomes the second New Jersey super delegate this month to switch from Hillary Clinton to Barack Obama, joining Democratic National Committeewoman Christine “Roz” Samuels. Redd is a super delegate in her capacity as the Democratic State Committee Vice Chair.

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