Reaction to Hillary Clinton’s 2016 Announcement Mixed
Published at(NEW YORK) — After announcing on Sunday that she would officially run for president in 2016, Hillary Clinton got the expected support of a number of Democrats, and family members to boot.
Clinton’s tweet announcing her campaign was retweeted more than 4,000 times — including once by her husband, former President Bill Clinton. Their daughter Chelsea Clinton took to Twitter to offer some support of her own.
Very proud of you Mom! @HillaryClinton: http://t.co/PvMlg82cU2
— Chelsea Clinton (@ChelseaClinton) April 12, 2015
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, once discussed as a possible presidential candidate himself, called Clinton “a lifelong champion for middle-class families, an advocate for the underserved, and a fighter for civil rights.”
“She is a tested leader with the resilience and experience to be great President,” Cuomo added. “Having known and worked with her for over 20 years, I wholeheartedly endorse Hillary Clinton’s campaign for President.”
Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright is also in Hillary’s corner.
.@hillaryclinton is smart, caring and determined. She is going to be an outstanding president! #Hillary2016
— Madeleine Albright (@madeleine) April 12, 2015
Tennis legend and activist Billie Jean King tweeted her support for Clinton as well.
@HillaryClinton has earned my respect and my vote to become the next President of the United States of America.
— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) April 12, 2015
Clinton also apparently has the backing of former basketball player Jason Collins, the first openly gay player in NBA history.
I love the diversity proudly presented in @HillaryClinton‘s new YouTube video. http://t.co/wOo1fU3sIa Be our champion & our next #President!
— Jason Collins (@jasoncollins98) April 12, 2015
Predictably, some of Clinton’s potential opponents, especially those from across the aisle, were less glowing about her announcement.
We must do better than Hillary. If you’re committed to stopping her, add your name now. https://t.co/GUtxMw19Oh
— Jeb Bush (@JebBush) April 12, 2015
I know Hillary Clinton. I served with Hillary Clinton. She does not have the right vision to lead America. http://t.co/of1Rcbyh9N
— Rick Santorum (@RickSantorum) April 12, 2015
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