MyDD :: Thank You, Senator McCain

Thank You, Senator McCain

by Michael Begala, Mon May 26, 2008 at 12:19:51 PM EST

On this Memorial Day, I would like to convey my gratitude and respect to Senator John McCain.

We disagree on a great deal politically. His overly aggressive foreign policy and somewhat wavering support of the Bush tax cuts are two big issues that come immediately to mind. These issues and others make it difficult for me to contemplate voting for him.

But if anyone has earned the right to respectful consideration of thier offer of service as Commander in Chief, it's John McCain. He paid a huge price for this country.

It's unfortunate the current poltical climate makes many feel they can't acknowledge the service of a member of an opposing political party. It's my hope this short dairy is a very small step toward improving that climate.

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Re: Thank You, Senator McCain (none / 0)

He does deserve our respect for his service to this country while his policies on Iraq and SCOTUS might be wrong.

by American1989 on Mon May 26, 2008 at 12:22:30 PM EST

Re: Thank You, Senator McCain (2.00 / 5)

Heh. You and TD lip-flapping about his service on the same day? Coincidence? I think not.

Can't rec or rate -- next username, please!

by neeborMolgula on Mon May 26, 2008 at 12:24:10 PM EST

Re: Thank You, Senator McCain (2.00 / 3)

Too funny. Clearly there's no other veterans to pay tribute to.

Lost rate and rec for issuing a '1' to a trollish comment. The troll, not so much.

by map on Mon May 26, 2008 at 12:27:32 PM EST
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Re: Thank You, Senator McCain (2.00 / 1)

John Kerry, Max Cleland, Chuck Hagel, Jim Webb, Jack Reed........it's odd that the diarist dosen't mention any of them.

by Deano963 on Mon May 26, 2008 at 03:14:44 PM EST
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You may now collect your (2.00 / 3)

McCain points. Good job, little one!

by ReillyDiefenbach on Mon May 26, 2008 at 12:28:29 PM EST

Re: Thank You, Senator McCain (2.00 / 1)

John McCain's service deserves honor and respect, and we of course grant that to him.

Now let's work our asses off to make sure the Democratic nominee becomes President, if for no other reason than to stop John McCain from getting the job.

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by mistersite on Mon May 26, 2008 at 12:28:51 PM EST

For his service to our country, (2.00 / 8)

McCain deserves our respect, not our votes.

Even John McCain lusts after teh engels.

by sricki on Mon May 26, 2008 at 12:31:18 PM EST

Re: Thank You, Senator McCain (1.00 / 3)

It is Memorial Day after all - a day to remember those who have put allegiance to their flag and country above their own security and safety. It does make one ponder what they are fighting for - I doubt that those who gave their lives in the Civil War, WWI, WWII, Korea and even Vietnam (the Bush-led wars require more time and perspective) would be pleased to know that the values for which they fought have been so pillaried by lies, hypocrisy, and the worst of psychological distortion tactics first by the Republicans (1992 - present) and now so capably by the Obama camp.
I don't want Senator McCain to be President either but at least he has a lifetime of protecting and defending the Constitution of the United States.

by pan230oh on Mon May 26, 2008 at 12:37:19 PM EST

Re: Thank You, Senator McCain (2.00 / 2)

Thank you Senator McCain. Wish you held Democratic principles but you don't, so that makes you unfit for the office of POTUS.

by neonplaque on Mon May 26, 2008 at 12:54:10 PM EST

Re: Thank You, Senator McCain (2.00 / 4)

The diarist is not qualified to pontificate on matters of "respect."

But if anyone has earned the right to respectful consideration of thier offer of service as Commander in Chief, it's John McCain.

...and no one earns the right to being considered for the presidency in such a manner. He has my deep respect and gratitude for his service in common with all those who wear the uniform, but that sets no lesser standard of accomplishment for my vote.

Might I suggest you begin treating all our candidates with due respect?

by Casuist on Mon May 26, 2008 at 01:00:27 PM EST

This is naught (1.83 / 6)

but a subtle attempt to parrot McCain's talking point that Obama cannot be President because he didn't serve in the military.

At least you are getting more subtle and clever in your trolling.

John McCain wants to make abortion illegal

by Lost Thought on Mon May 26, 2008 at 01:13:57 PM EST

Indeed. (2.00 / 1)

I respect Senator McCain's service to this country just as Obama does. Also like Obama, I think Senator McCain is an extremely poor choice for the presidency.

Check out McCain.

by you like it on Mon May 26, 2008 at 01:16:59 PM EST

Re: Thank You, Senator McCain (2.00 / 1)

Could it be any more obvious this fucktard is a GOP troll?

I CAN HAZ BAHROCK DONASCHON?

by kasjogren on Mon May 26, 2008 at 01:27:34 PM EST

Re: Thank You, Senator McCain (2.00 / 1)

I think many of us have already appreciated McCain for his service in the past. What we are bashing him on is his wrong headed policies which will put more soldiers lives in jeopardy.

Also one needs to have civil courage in addition to military courage. I have seen whistleblowers do things that even people with a military background might hesitate to do out of fear of how they will be ostracized. BUt whistleblowers are rarely recognized.

by Pravin on Mon May 26, 2008 at 01:30:58 PM EST

Re: Thank You, Senator McCain (2.00 / 3)

On this Memorial Day, I would like to thank all the members of VVAW, Vietnam Vets Against War, who taught me in my youth how evil and destructive imperialist war is, and inspired me to fight against the imperialist war machine. I also wish to thank the members of IVAW, Iraq Vets Against War, for picking up the torch, and for all their hard work helping to coordinate protests and anti-war actions. McCain can go to hell.

Bush murders soldiers for profit. McCain wants to wet his beak.

by awobbly on Mon May 26, 2008 at 01:31:27 PM EST

By refusing to be... (none / 0)

released unless those captured before him were Sen. McCain showed real courage and honor. I really don't think he has much more of a history with those two terms other than that.

by tonedevil on Mon May 26, 2008 at 02:56:58 PM EST

Re: Thank You, Senator McCain (2.00 / 1)

Fuck McCain and his desire for more fucking war..
You want to thank somebody thank these people..
At this time there were only around 2,800 pairs of boots..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moLKwrSc3 A0

every person who voted yea(including McCain and Clinton have blood on their hands)
http://www.senate.gov/legislative/LIS/ro ll_call_lists/roll_call_vote_cfm.cfm?con gress=107&vote=00237&session=2

"harlequin speech of suicide, demanding instantaneous lobotomy"

by nogo postal on Mon May 26, 2008 at 03:18:57 PM EST

What a hack piece of writing (none / 0)

But if anyone has earned the right to respectful consideration of thier offer of service as Commander in Chief, it's John McCain. He paid a huge price for this country.

Actually this country has paid a huge price for John McCain and his political ambitions. McCain now disgraces U.S. servicemen and servicewomen through his policies of perpetual war. And even if you survive your tour, John McCain doesn't believe you should be guaranteed a full-ride education.

If you want to sing John McCain's praises, find a different site to post your drivel on.

by chicagovigilante on Mon May 26, 2008 at 03:30:33 PM EST

Re: Thank You, Senator McCain (none / 0)

Don't foget to claim your point Michael
http://www.johnmccain.com/ActionCenter/B logInteract/BlogInteract.aspx

"harlequin speech of suicide, demanding instantaneous lobotomy"

by nogo postal on Mon May 26, 2008 at 03:48:56 PM EST

hahah (none / 0)

good one troll, I am starting to belive Armstrong is putting you up to this just to piss everyone off.

I would say at this point we're starting to see a little desperation on the part of the woman who I support... NY Governor Paterson

by obamaovermccain on Mon May 26, 2008 at 04:01:27 PM EST

Re: Thank You, Senator McCain (2.00 / 1)

Gratitude and respect for his service? Yes.

Respect for him? No.