Colombian singer Shakira lends support to Obama

Colombian singer Shakira lends support to Obama
CHICAGO (AP) _ Colombian superstar Shakira says Democrat Barack Obama is the best candidate for president, citing his leadership skills.

In a statement Saturday, the Grammy-winning pop artist said Obama can restore peace and the world's confidence in the United States. Obama faces Republican presidential nominee John McCain in the Nov. 4 election.

Obama said he was honored to receive the singer's endorsement. The Illinois senator praised Shakira as a role model for young Latinas in the U.S. and beyond.

Shakira encouraged U.S. Latinos to vote in November.

The United States "has a profound importance to me, and I think to the whole world as well," she said.

Published 10/4/08 by


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  • Dear Shakira
    I think ur...
    Anonymous 4/25/09 Reply
  • i agree with the Illinois senator. She's an amazing artist who hasn't changed who she is for fame.

    love her.
    Anonymous 12/6/08 Reply
  • I love Shakira. My nice dance with her song all the time, and i saw her that she love Shakira to she was only 3 year old when she like her music lol, then i got her Shakira consert CD and till know she still watch the cd and dancelol
    Shqipe 10/5/08 Reply
  • shakira is a nice singer i like her too mush
    Malek 10/5/08 Reply
  • ... if Shakira backs up Barack Obama .. who can defeat him .. people would come swinging on the tunes of Shakira and vote hypnotised ... music may make a difference .. you are so lucky Mr Barack Obama !
    ambrishtyagi 10/5/08 Reply