New York Times Endorses Obama

- 127 daily newspapers in the U.S. had endorsed Barack Obama; 49 backed John McCain as of October 24, 2008AFP: New York Times comes out for Obama (October 24, 2008)
- Times endorsed Obama in an editorial piece published on October 23, 2008The New York Times: Barack Obama for President (October 23, 2008)
- Newspaper said "the nation's future truly hangs in the balance" ahead of the 2008 presidential electionThe New York Times: Barack Obama for President (October 23, 2008)
- Editorial examines each candidate's stance on the economy and national securityThe New York Times: Barack Obama for President (October 23, 2008)
- Times said John McCain's campaign was based on "partisan division, class warfare and even hints of racism"The New York Times: Barack Obama for President (October 23, 2008)

The New York Times endorsed democrat Barack Obama for president on October 23, 2008. The Times endorsement was first published on the newspaper's online site, and then in the October 24, 2008, print edition. The newspaper has not endorsed a republican presidential candidate since backing Dwight D. Eisenhower in the 1950s.The New York Times: Barack Obama for President (October 23, 2008) The New York Times: New York Times Endorsements Through the Ages
New York Times Obama Endorsement Excerpts
"As tough as the times are, the selection of a new president is easy. After nearly two years of a grueling and ugly campaign, Senator Barack Obama of Illinois has proved that he is the right choice to be the 44th president of the United States."The New York Times: Barack Obama for President (October 23, 2008)
"This country needs sensible leadership, compassionate leadership, honest leadership and strong leadership. Barack Obama has shown that he has all of those qualities."The New York Times: Barack Obama for President (October 23, 2008)