However problematic he may be as a Senator, I have spoken and listened to a number of people who were in Hanoi Hilton with McCain. To a man, they praise him and his willingness to take torture and beatings for other prisoners. He was implacable and selfless in a horrific situation, and that deserves respect from ALL of us. I understand some may want to see him replaced with a more reliably conservative Senator, and I share that view...but lets all be careful not to disrespect a man who is a genuine American hero. I was angry with President Trump when he criticized McCain's military service, and I am pretty unhappy now with those today who seem more concerned about getting rid of the Senator than they are willing to honor the man and all he's given for his country.
John came by my canine and I at the airport a couple weeks ago...by himself with no entourage or fanfair as usual...and did not look good at all. Just looked tired and like he'd lost a good bit of weight. But he was, nonetheless, friendly and humble. He's a good man and a great hero to this nation...so, please, lets not forget that during this discussion. My own thoughts and prayers are with him and his family during what must be a very difficult time.
