AUGUSTA – Following Hillary Clinton's speech today ending her presidential campaign, Maine Gov. John Baldacci issued a statement endorsing Barack Obama.

Baldacci, a superdelegate at the Democratic convention this summer, had previously pledged to support Clinton.

"Today I also offer my full support to Sen. Barack Obama," Baldacci said. "Sen. Clinton and I have been friends for more than 15 years. She ran a strong campaign, and broke down barriers against long odds. The country is better for her efforts. Now it is time for all of us to work together to put Barack Obama in the White House."