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Earvin "Magic" Johnson, Clarence Avant, Berry Gordy and Quincy Jones to Host Hillary for President Fundraiser
posted on Aug 14, 2007
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NBA legend and business entrepreneur Earvin “Magic”
Johnson, in collaboration with musical greats Clarence Avant, Berry
Gordy, and Quincy Jones, will host a fundraiser in Los Angeles for
Senator Hillary Clinton on Friday, September 14.
"Senator
Hillary Clinton has a unique understanding of the domestic and
international issues and has the experience and knowledge to help lead
our country and get us to a better place," said Johnson.
"We need a winner as our next President of the United States-someone
that can help realistically improve relations in the world, someone
that will work to provide affordable and accessible healthcare and
someone that is simply a strong leader. I know that's Hillary Clinton."
"I
am honored to have such Magical and fabulous support," said Sen.
Clinton. "As the campaign continues, I am humbled by the actions taken
by supporters willing to do all they can to ensure that my campaign is
successful. Magic, Clarence, Berry, and Quincy are a true testament to
knowing what it takes to be a success," she concluded.
Last
month, Quincy Jones endorsed Senator Clinton in an inspiring video
tribute during the African American Men for Hillary luncheon in
Washington, D.C. which brought together more than 200 African American
men supporters from the business, entertainment, faith, government, and
political sectors.
"I am delighted to be a co-chair of this
event," said Avant. "Hillary has been a friend for many years.
I have watched her serve our country as First Lady, and now as a
Senator from New York. She has done so in a manner that makes us all
proud to be Americans. I am confident that with the experience and
leadership that she brings to the job, when she returns to the White
House,, she will hit the ground running on day one -- working on behalf
of the American people," he concluded.
Berry Gordy who has known
Senator Clinton for many years added, "Hillary has been a devoted
public servant for most of her life. I believe that at this point in
our nation's history, she has the strength and focus that is required
to lead our country. I am supporting her with the full confidence of
knowing, that our country is at a crossroads, and we need her
leadership at this time in the White House."
The event will be held at the home of Cookie & Earvin “Magic” Johnson.
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