SENATOR BARACK OBAMA was unable to attend the Boilermakers' LEAP Conference because he was campaigning in Pennsylvania and Indiana, but he sent this recorded message that was played for the delegates.

His message was well-received by the 200+ delegates. Though he wasn't in the room, he got a standing ovation.

Paid for by the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Campaign Assistance Fund, [phone: (703) 560-1493] and is not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee.