WASHINGTON — Barack Obama yesterday picked up support from two more Hawai'i superdelegates, Sen. Daniel Akaka and Dolly Strazer, Democratic national committeewoman from Hawai'i.

Akaka said he is endorsing Obama for president with the hope the Illinois senator will end the "partisan politics that has plagued our country far too long."

"I've followed the campaign for president closely ... to see which candidate would articulate a vision for our country, encourage hope and renew faith in our government, and stand to rigors of a nationwide contest," Akaka said in a statement released by Obama's campaign office. "I've decided that for me, that candidate is Barack Obama."

Akaka was the last uncommitted superdelegate in Hawai'i's congressional delegation.

Obama has a 4-2 lead over Hillary Rodham Clinton in superdelegates from Hawai'i. Obama is backed by Akaka, Strazer and U.S. Reps. Neil Abercrombie and Mazie Hirono. Clinton has the support of Sen. Daniel K. Inouye and Democratic National Committee member Richard Port.

Three remaining superdelegate seats, including that of the state party chair, will be picked May 23 to 25 at the Democratic Party state convention.

Akaka said Obama's Hawai'i background made him uniquely qualified for a presidential candidate.

"I have great hope that in his own way, Barack Obama will achieve what I have been working to accomplish my entire congressional career — more tolerance and understanding, an appreciation for common goals and interests, rather than an emphasis on our differences," Akaka said.

In making his endorsement, Akaka said he held Hillary Rodham Clinton and Bill Clinton "in the highest regard as colleagues and friends."

"Sen. Clinton has campaigned hard and well, and I wish her all the best as we move forward," Akaka said.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.