John McCain
Rally
Charleston, SC 01/15/08
TRANSCRIPT:
MCCAIN: "Well, my friends. Thank you, thank you all. For a minute there in New Hampshire, I thought this campaign might be getting easier. But you know what, we got pretty good at doing things the hard way too. And I think we've shown them, we don't mind a fight. We don't mind a fight. Today the people of Michigan have spoken, and I respect their decision, and I commend them for showing their commitments as citizens of the greatest nation on earth. And I'm very grateful for the courtesy and consideration you gave our campaign, for braving the cold and the snow, to listen to me and for giving me the opportunity to listen to you. And especially so to those of you who bestowed on me your vote. It's a great privilege. And of course, I'm very grateful to our Michigan team and all our volunteers, who kept us competitive. I won't forget you and I won't let you down. Thanks to our Michigan team. And I want to thank Cindy for her hard work and faith in me, and all of you tonight who are ready for the challenge ahead. We're ready for the challenge ahead my friends. God bless all of you as you have blessed me. I congratulate Governor Romney on his victory tonight. He and his campaign worked hard and effectively to make sure that Michigan voters welcomed their native son with their support. Michigan voters were good to the native son and I understand that and support their decision. You won the round and earned a celebration tonight and I salute Governor Romney and his team and offer my genuine good wishes to them. Tonight we have no cause to be discouraged or to second guess what we might have done differently. We did what we always do, we went to Michigan and we told people the truth. We're always telling the truth. And I'm as committed as ever in making sure that no state, whether it's Michigan or South Carolina or anywhere in this blessed country is left behind in the global economy. But that global economy is here to stay and is constantly changing, as you all know. To compete more successfully in it, we must better prepare American workers and students to seize it's opportunities. That's how we build a stronger and more prosperous America. That's what I told the people of Michigan, and I honestly don't believe I could have told them anything else, my friends. Now, it's South Carolina's turn to decide. I've long admired the deep patriotism of the people of this state. So many of your sons and daughters risk their lives today to keep the rest of us safe, as so many South Carolinians have done in past wars. I'm humbled by their example but proud to claim that their cause is my cause. I have no intention of giving one inch of ground, tiring of the fight, or let the political debate stop me from doing what must be done to keep this nation safe, prosperous, and proud. Against this great enemy of radical Islamic extremism, I promise you we will never surrender, they will. They will surrender, we won't surrender. My friends, I'm running for president to defeat an enemy for whom no attack is too cruel. Who will not stop attacking us until they are defeated. The challenge will require experience and proven leadership, and my friends, I can honestly say I've prepared my whole life for this moment. In uniform, and in office. In war, and in peace. I've learned how to lead a nation in war, I know how to keep us safe. I've been involved in every major national security issue of our times. I have met and taken the measure of the world's leaders. Those who are friends, and those who are not. I understand the capabilities, the needs, and the sacrifices of the men and women in the United States Armed Forces better than any other candidate in this race and I intend to be our commander in chief. And I intend to be a commander in chief that will provide them with leadership that is as strong, principled, and tireless as their service to our country. They've earned a thousand times over our gratitude and most importantly, our unwavering dedication to making sure they do not sacrifice in vain. I will not let them down, so help me God. I am so proud, my friends, to be an American. And never more so than when our country confronts a great challenge. For I have learned through long experience, that while we can be stronger than our enemies in men and material, we're stronger still in ideals. I've pledged my life to those ideals and I run for president to defend them still. Our cause is America. [...]
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John McCain: Speech 06/03/08by IssueAlliance3,755 views
I'm not your friend and you a re a fucking loser, loser.
heydave56 3 years ago
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dwayn745 3 years ago
Screw Mccain! Being a pilot doesn't make you president!
Scars318 3 years ago
John McCain is the only candidate who has the experience in leadership, politics, foreign conflict, and every other issue that our nation has faced in the past four decades. I respect Obama and Clinton, but McCain is simply the only one qualified for the job. We must not surrender in Iraq. Can you imagine how many soldiers would have died in vain if we left Iraq? As Americans we must show the world what kindness, love, sacrifice, and dedication mean. If we don't stop evil, who will? No one.
joweefat07 3 years ago