How is this a surprise? People have been speculating this for months.

So tell me Mr.Powell, I guess forgoing 90% of your personal views for a candidate is the thing to do this year?
rebgirl420 Reviewed by rebgirl420 on . Colin Powell endorses Barack Obama Colin Powell endorsed Obama for president. It was a wonderful interview. I have always respected Colin Powell. Perhaps this is the October surprise everyones talking about. Oct. 19: Former Secretary of State Gen. Colin Powell (Ret.), Chuck Todd, political roundtable - Meet the Press, online at MSNBC - MSNBC.com Rating: 5