Hart to endorse Kerry

From ABC News' Kerry campaign reporter Ed O'Keefe:

"ABC News has learned former Senator Gary Hart (D-Colo.) plans to endorse Senator John F. Kerry's presidential bid in a Tuesday conference call with reporters. The Kerry camp will promptly Webcast the Hart endorsement on LINK following the call."

"Hart, a leading contender for the Democratic party's 1984 nomination, withdrew his name from consideration after flirting with a second run this year. Having gained further prominence as a part of the Hart-Rudman Commission investigating terrorists threats prior to 9/11, Hart will likely lend further strength to Kerry's national security credentials."

"Tuesday's endorsement marks a strong September of endorsements for the Massachusetts Senator, ranging from Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), environmental activist lawyer Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and just last week, the International Association of Fire Fighters."

[via The Note]