The chairwoman of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) has received a major endorsement for a second term.
The endorsement came from President Barack Obama.
Currently serving as the DNC chair, Debbie Wasserman Schultz took the role in early 2011 while balancing her role as Congresswoman for Florida’s 20th District since January 2005. The district includes parts of Fort Lauderdale and down to Miami Beach.
Originally from Long Island, New York, Wasserman Schultz has been credited to helping gain Florida votes for Obama in last month’s election, maintaining the majority in the Senate, and gaining a few more seats in the House of Representatives.
Obama tweeted, "I've asked Debbie Wasserman Schultz to continue her excellent work as chair of the DNC. Thanks for all you do, Debbie."
I've asked Debbie Wasserman Schultz to continue her excellent work as chair of the DNC. Thanks for all you do, Debbie. -bo
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 3, 2012
Wasserman did take to Twitter to respond to Obama, stating, “Thank you, Mr. President. I am honored to serve #Forward.”
Thank you, Mr. President. I am honored to serve. #Forward MT @barackobama: I've asked Debbie Wasserman Schultz to continue as DNC chair. — D Wasserman Schultz (@DWStweets) December 3, 2012
The selection of the next DNC will take place on Jan. 22, on the eve of Obama’s inauguration.
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