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eBay ceo to co-chair McCain campaign

3/17/2008

ARLINGTON, Va. Meg Whitman, president and ceo of eBay will serve as national co-chair for Senator John McCain's presidential campaign, according to Senator McCain's official campaign Web site. Whitman will help with finance activity and travel the country on behalf of the presumptive Republican nominee.

"I'm honored that Senator McCain has asked me to become a part of his campaign," said Meg Whitman. "America needs John McCain's courageous leadership. His unshakable commitment to lower taxes, strong trade, and innovation sets the right course for America's economy and future prosperity. I'm enormously excited to be a part of his team and believe in his vision for our country."

Whitman announced in January that she would step down as president and ceo of eBay on March 31. She will continue to serve on the company's board of directors.

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