Puerto Rican mega rock star and international humanitarian Ricky Martin endorsed Hillary Clinton for President.

"These elections will have historic repercussions both in the United States and the world. Senator Clinton has always been consistent in her commitment with the needs of the Latino community. Whether fighting for better education, universal health care and social well-being, as First Lady and Senator from New York -- representing millions of Latinos --she has always fought for what is most important for our families," said the 5-time Grammy award winning artist.

Accepting Martin's endorsement, Hillary said:

"I am honored to have Ricky Martin's support," said Senator Clinton. "In addition to his great talent, Ricky is committed to improving the world through his philanthropic work, and I am grateful for his support. He is a very important voice in the Latino community and together we will work to improve the lives of families and children across the country."

It seems that Puerto Ricans -- just like West Virginians and Kentuckians -- didn't get the DNC memo that this race is over.

Viva la Hillary!

Cross posted at TexasDarlin

Ricky Martin is a Puerto Rican favorite son and pop singer who rose to fame, first as a member of the Latin boy band Menudo, then as a solo artist since 1991. He has sold almost 40 million albums around the world with 21 top-ten hits on the U.S. Latin Charts, eight of which reached number one.

Today, Ricky Martin endorsed Hillary Clinton for president!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080528/ap_o n_el_pr/2008_race_rundown_36

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) -- Pop star Ricky Martin is backing Hillary Rodham Clinton ahead of Puerto Rico's primary on Sunday. The Grammy-winning singer on Wednesday said Clinton has shown a commitment to the needs of the Hispanic community.

This should help Hillary to get out the vote and rack up a big win in the June 1 contest.

Cross-posted at: http://www.dailykos.com/story/2008/5/28/ 20358/0014/289/524477