Powell endorsement reaction

Both Republicans and Democrats are weighing in on Colin Powell’s decision to endorse Sen. Barack Obama for President.

A spokesperson for the McCain campaign issued this statement: “John McCain has been endorsed by more than 300 retired generals and admirals. That’s over 10 times more than what Senator Obama has received.”

Obama supporters are reacting to Powell’s news.

Jim Kaufman, an Obama supporter, said “The fact that he picked Senator Obama is an assessment and what a credible amount of prestige he brings to Obama, having picked him over McCain, who he has a relationship with.”

Although Powell supports Obama, he said he has no plans to campaign for him.