Retired General Wesley Clark today endorsed Mark Begich's candidacy to represent Alaska in the U.S. Senate. During 34 years of service in the United States Army, Wesley K. Clark rose to the rank of four-star general as NATO's Supreme Allied Commander, Europe.

“Mark's commitment to America's veterans and his record of getting results for Alaska families makes him the right person to lead Alaska in a new direction,” General Clark said. “I'm proud to endorse Mark Begich for the U.S. Senate.”

General Clark's awards and honors include the Presidential Medal of Freedom; The State Department Distinguished Service Award; the US Department of Defense Distinguished Service Medal; The U.S. Army Distinguished Service Medal; The Silver Star; the Bronze Star; the Purple Heart; and Honorary Knighthoods from the British and Dutch governments.

“It's rare that voters will get the opportunity to cast their ballot for someone who keeps everything out in the open,” Clark said. “Mark will restore Alaskans trust with his commitment to honest leadership.”

“General Clark is a true patriot who has dedicated his life to public service on behalf of America,” Begich said. “I am humbled by his endorsement.”

Gen. Clark’s support is the fourth major endorsement for the Begich campaign. Begich was earlier endorsed by the AFL-CIO; The Alaska State Employees Association/American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 52; and the National Education Association – Alaska and the NEA Fund for Children and Public Education.

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