General Wes Clark Endorses Ted Ankrum

by: jelyon

Fri Nov 03, 2006 at 11:22 AM CST

Citing Challenges at Home and Abroad

Clark says, 'Texas Needs a Representative who will Bring New Leadership to Congress'

Immediate Release
Contact: Erick Mullen
(202) 409-8803 or emullen@securingamerica.com

November 2, 2006. Little Rock, AR.

Former NATO Supreme Allied Commander General Wesley Clark today endorses the candidacy of Ted Ankrum in Texas¡œs 10th Congressional District.

General Clark said, "Today Americans face many difficult challenges at home and abroad.  There has never been a time when foreign affairs were as closely linked to our daily lives as they are now.  While fighting the causes of terrorism that threaten our country, we also face a changing global economy that demands America educate its young men and women so that they can successfully compete for good jobs in the global marketplace.  We need Ted to fight for us in Congress, and I am pleased to endorse him today.

"As a decorated Vietnam veteran and retired Naval Captain, Ted understands the realities of war and can be counted on to support our troops, their families and veterans who depend on the VA for their healthcare. Holding senior executive positions with NASA, the Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Energy, and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Ted has proven his commitment to nuclear regulation and energy independence.

"Ted's integrity, leadership, and experience are much needed in government today.  In voting for Ted Ankrum, Texans will help return honesty and accountability to our political system while reducing the influence of special interests. They will gain a representative who looks out for their concerns and places the good of our country above partisanship."

General Wesley K. Clark is a retired four-star general and served as the Supreme Allied Commander of Europe where he commanded NATO forces and directed Operation Allied Force in the Balkans, putting a stop to the ethnic cleansing by the Serbs. More recently, he was drafted in 2003 to seek the Democratic nomination for President.  General Clark remains engaged in public policy and private business development.  Authoring two books, Waging Modern Wars and Winning Modern Wars, he and his wife, Gert, still live in Little Rock. He can be reached through his website, www.securingamerica.com .