Hillary Clinton Campaign Press Release - 17 County Commissioners Endorse Hillary Clinton for President

Commissioners Represent 15 Counties Across the State

SIOUX FALLS, SD - In a clear display of momentum two days before the primary and on the heels of multiple visits by Hillary, Chelsea and President Clinton, the Clinton campaign in South Dakota today announced the endorsement of 17 county commissioners. These commissioners, who are endorsing Hillary because of her commitment to South Dakota, have been helping the campaign's efforts in their counties and spreading the word about why Hillary Clinton is best prepared to be President.

"I am honored by the continued support that my campaign has received across the state," said Senator Clinton. "As I travel to communities big and small in South Dakota, I have listened to the voices of so many who are ready for a President who will fight for them, return to fiscal responsibility, honor our veterans and invest in alternative energy production right here in South Dakota."

The list of commissioners who have endorsed Hillary is below.

• Richard Waltman, McPherson County
• Bill Nibbelink, Moody County
• Shirlee Leighton, Lake County
• Gerald Weiss, Davison County
• Chester McManus, Hanson County
• Thomas Thompson, Lawrence County
• John Pesek, Bon Homme County
• Sharon Drapeau, Charles Mix County
• Robert Sperl Sr., Gregory County
• Denny Deffenbaugh, Gregory County
• Monte Anker, Jones County
• Doris Miner, Tripp County
• John Lind, Dewey County
• Connie Whirlwind Horse, Shannon County
• Francis Pumpkin Seed, Shannon County
• Larry Bakke, Hamlin County
• Clinton Fowler, Zieback County