War is Wretched, Fool, Fraud, John McCain

“War is wretched beyond description, and only a fool or a fraud could sentimentalize its cruel reality.” - John McCain

Found in the Los Angeles Times, at http://www.latimes.com/politics/la-na-pol-mccain-memorable-quotes-20180826-story.html.

I Don't Mind a Good Fight, What You Fight For, John McCain

“I don’t mind a good fight. For reasons known only to God, I’ve had quite a few tough ones in my life. But I learned an important lesson along the way: In the end, it matters less that you can fight. What you fight for is the real test.” - John McCain, Sept 4, 2008, speech to the Republican National Convention accepting the party’s presidential nomination.

Found in the Los Angeles Times, at http://www.latimes.com/politics/la-na-pol-mccain-memorable-quotes-20180826-story.html.

Low Road, Highest Office, Presidency, Best Way, John McCain

“I will not take the low road to the highest office in this land. I want the presidency in the best way, not the worst way.” - John McCain, Feb. 19, 2000, after losing the South Carolina Republican primary

Found in the Los Angeles Times, at http://www.latimes.com/politics/la-na-pol-mccain-memorable-quotes-20180826-story.html.

War is Wretched, Fool, Fraud, Cruel Reality, John McCain

“War is wretched beyond description, and only a fool or a fraud could sentimentalize its cruel reality.” - John McCain

Found in the Los Angeles Times, at http://www.latimes.com/politics/la-na-pol-mccain-memorable-quotes-20180826-story.html.