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The Surge and Afghanistan
In advance of President Obama's speech to mark the draw down of U.S. forces in Iraq, Senator McCain wrote the following Op-ed in the Wall Street Journal.
The Surge and Afghanistan - by John McCain
Today President Obama will deliver a major speech to mark the draw down of U.S. forces in Iraq to 50,000 troops.
He will likely point out, as his administration has rightly argued, that Iraq still faces major challenges—foremost its inability to form a government—and that neither American sacrifice nor our commitment to Iraq's success is ending today. Yet our troops are returning with honor, which makes this a fitting time to reflect on the causes of their victory and on what lessons from Iraq can help us win the war in Afghanistan.
Click here to read to full article.
CBS News “The Early Show”
Senator McCain appeared on CBS News The Early Show to discuss President Obama's speech on Iraq and the way forward in Afghanistan.
See full interview below.
Senator McCain Talks With Sean Hannity
Senator McCain appeared on FOX News with Sean Hannity last night to discuss the Iraq war, Afghanistan and President Obama's speech.
Watch the full interview below.
Phoenix Law Enforcement Association (PLEA) Endorses Senator John McCain for Re-Election
Today, the Phoenix Law Enforcement Association (PLEA) has endorsed Senator John McCain for re-election. PLEA represents more than 2,500 sworn officers of the Phoenix Police Department.
“We are proud to support Senator John McCain for re-election,” said Mark Spencer, President of PLEA. “Senator McCain has a long record of standing up for the law enforcement officers who put their lives on the line every day to keep our families safe. From the U.S. Navy to the U.S. Senate, John McCain has always served causes greater than his own self-interest -- the same commitment that our officers make on the beat each and every day.”
Read full release here.
Republican Victory Dinner
Senator McCain, Governor Brewer, Congressman Jeff Flake and Congressman Trent Franks joined together last night at the Republican Victory Dinner hosted by Senator Jon Kyl. We have an incredible group of Republican candidates across Arizona. Arizona Republicans are ready to take on the Democrats and take back the House and Senate in November!
Senator McCain on FOX News
Senator McCain sat down with Greta Van Susteren to go "On The Record" and discuss the Arizona Primary, Immigration, Border Security and Foreign Affairs.
Watch the full interview below.
Republican Victory Tour
Senator McCain, Governor Brewer and Arizona Republican Candidates have been traveling about the state this week for a Victory Tour. Everyone made a stop by McCain HQ in Phoenix last night to talk with supporters. Republicans are energized for November!
Check out the pics below
League of Arizona Cities and Towns Annual Conference
Senator McCain spoke this morning at the League of Arizona Cities and Towns Annual Conference in Glendale, AZ. Senator McCain shared his ideas about job creation and controlling government spending.
Check out the pics below...
Victory!
Victory! Tonight, Senator McCain won the Arizona Republican Primary. Thank you Arizona for your tremendous support and hard work.
After thousands of calls, hundreds of neighborhood walks, events and speeches in every Arizona county, the voters have spoken and Senator McCain is honored to have the support and confidence of Republicans and Independents throughout the state.
Tonight we celebrate our victory and Wednesday we will wake up with our sights set on victory in November.
This victory would not have been possible without each and every one of you. Thank you.
Check out tonight's rally pics and video below. You can click here to read Senator McCain's remarks.
Primary Election Day - Vote
Primary Election Day is today - Senator McCain and Cindy McCain visited their polling place this morning to cast their vote.
If you need information on your polling place please click here.
Check out the pics below.
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