The Fraternal Order of Police, the nation's largest law enforcement union representing 327,000 members, has endorsed Sen. John McCain for president.

"The FOP carefully considered the records and the responses of both candidates and, in our evaluation, Senator McCain will provide greater leadership for our country and for our nation's law enforcement officers," said FOP President Chuck Canterbury. "We will be proud to stand behind him this November, and to stand with him for the next four years."

In a written statement, Canterbury cited Sen. McCain's strong support for the FOP's efforts to amend the Law Enforcement Officers' Safety Act and pledged to work with the organization in crafting our nation's law enforcement policy.

From an FOP release:

"Senator John McCain is a proven leader with a clear record of support for the men and women who put their lives on the line -- just as he did -- to defend our communities and our nation," Canterbury said. "I am proud to offer the Senator our endorsement today and I look forward to working with the McCain Administration over the next four years."

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Fraternal Order of Police Endorses McCain!!!