Obama's Latest Endoresements

This should tell every registered Republican how media truly feels about McCain. The Chicago Tribune has officially endorsed Obama for President. This is a shocking turn of events as the Tribune has never endorsed a Democrat in its 161 year history or endorse a Presidential candidate since the 1970's.  "We have tremendous confidence in his intellectual rigor, his moral compass and his ability to make sound, thoughtful, careful decisions," the Tribune said. "He is ready." The Tribune said it liked Republican presidential nominee John McCain, but added that it's "hard to figure John McCain these days."

The LA Times and Miami Herald also endorse Obama. The Times, the country's fourth-largest newspaper, said McCain's campaign had left the candidate "nearly unrecognizable." His selection of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin for running mate was "irresponsible," it said.

"Palin is the most unqualified vice presidential nominee of a major party in living memory," the Times said. "The decision calls into question just what kind of thinking - if that's the appropriate word - would drive the White House in a McCain presidency."

The Times said the U.S. needs a president who displays grace under pressure, is not prone to volatile gestures and understands the legal foundations of American freedom.