John McCain

NEW YORK TIMESBESTSELLER John McCain s deeply moving memoir is the story of three generations of warriors and the ways that sons are shaped and enriched by their fathers. McCain s grandfather, a four-star admiral and one of the navy s greatest commanders, led the strongest aircraft carrier force of the Third Fleet during World War II. McCain s father, also a four-star admiral, served as commander of all U.S. forces in the Pacific during the Vietnam War. It was in Vietnam that John McCain III faced the most difficult challenge of his life. A naval aviator, he was shot down over Hanoi in 1967. Recognized as the son of a top commander, McCain was tortured and imprisoned for five and a half years. Despite this, he refused Vietnamese offers of an early release. What McCain learned from his grandfather and father enabled him to survive those hard years. A testament to the power of human endurance, Faith of My Fathers is the story of three men who fought for their country with courage and emerged with their honor intact. Praise forFaith of My Fathers A thoughtful first-person take on survival, both physical and psychological . . . hard to top and impossible to read without being moved. USA Today A candid, moving, and entertaining memoir . . . impressive and inspiring, the story of a man touched and molded by fire who loved and served his country in a time of great trouble, suffering, and challenge. Kirkus Reviews A serious, utterly gripping account of faith, fathers, and the military. Publishers Weekly (starred review) Faith of My Fathers may also appeal to those who flocked to Saving Private Ryan and kept Brokaw's The Greatest Generation near the top of the bestseller lists. Library Journal Faith of My Fathers is the powerful story of a war hero. In it we learn much of what matters most. As prisoner (and later Senator) McCain instructs us: Glory is not an end in itself, but rather a reward for valor and faith. And the greatest freedom and human fulfillment comes from engaging in a noble enterprise larger than oneself. Faith of My Fathers teaches deep truths that are valid in any age but that warrant special attention in our own. William J. Bennett"

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In this inspiring meditation on courage, Senator John McCain shares his most cherished stories of ordinary individuals who have risked everything to defend the people and principles they hold most dear.“We are taught to understand, correctly, that courage is not the absence of fear but the capacity for action despite our fears,” McCain reminds us, as a way of introducing the stories of figures both famous and obscure that he finds most compelling—from the Nobel Peace Prize laureate Aung San Suu Kyi to Sgt. Roy Benavidez, who ignored his own well-being to rescue eight of his men from an ambush in the Vietnam jungle; from 1960s civil rights leader John Lewis, who wrote, “When I care about something, I’m prepared to take the long, hard road,” to Hannah Senesh, who, in protecting her comrades in the Hungarian resistance against Hitler’s SS, chose a martyr’s death over a despot’s mercy.These are some of the examples McCain turns to for inspiration and offers to others to help them summon the resolve to be both good and great. He explains the value of courage in both everyday actions and extraordinary feats. We learn why moral principles and physical courage are often not distinct quantities but two sides of the same coin. Most of all, readers discover how sometimes simply setting the right example can be the ultimate act of courage.Written by one of our most respected public figures, Why Courage Matters is that rare book with a message both timely and timeless. This is a work for anyone seeking to understand how the mystery and gift of courage can empower us and change our lives.Praise for Why Courage Matters“[John] McCain the man remains one of the most inspiring public figures of his generation.” — The Washington Post Book World“Thrilling . . . John McCain’s profiles in courage offer inspiration. . . . A marvelous collection of stories featuring honest-to-God heroes.” —Fort Worth Star-Telegram“Extraordinary . . . McCain proves how courage can change lives and improve the world.” —New York Daily News“[McCain] is open and candid, a refuge from spin and arrogance.” —The Washington Post“Wise words from a man who personifies courage.” —The Sunday Oklahoman

In this candid new political memoir from Senator John McCain, an American hero reflects on his life—and what matters most.I don’t know how much longer I’ll be here. Maybe I’ll have another five years. Maybe, with the advances in oncology, they’ll find new treatments for my cancer that will extend my life. Maybe I’ll be gone before you read this. My predicament is, well, rather unpredictable. But I’m prepared for either contingency, or at least I’m getting prepared. I have some things I’d like to take care of first, some work that needs finishing, and some people I need to see. And I want to talk to my fellow Americans a little more if I may.So writes John McCain in this inspiring, moving, frank, and deeply personal memoir. Written while confronting a mortal illness, McCain looks back with appreciation on his years in the Senate, his historic 2008 campaign for the presidency against Barack Obama, and his crusades on behalf of democracy and human rights in Eastern Europe and the Middle East.Always the fighter, McCain attacks the “spurious nationalism” and political polarization afflicting American policy. He makes an impassioned case for democratic internationalism and bi-partisanship. He tells stories of his most satisfying moments of public service, including his work with another giant of the Senate, Edward M. Kennedy. Senator McCain recalls his disagreements with several presidents, and minces no words in his objections to some of President Trump’s statements and policies. At the same time, he offers a positive vision of America that looks beyond the Trump presidency.The Restless Wave is John McCain at his best.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Senator John McCain tells the stories of celebrated historical figures and lesser-known heroes whose values exemplify the best of the human spirit .He illustrates these qualities with moving stories of triumph against the odds, hope in adversity, and sacrifices for a cause greater than self-interest. Among the heroes of exemplary character we meet are • Pat Tillman, whose patriotism obliged him to leave the riches and celebrity of the NFL for a soldier’s life in defense of his country• Winston Churchill, who, in a renowned eighteen-word remark, counseled schoolboys to “never give up”• the Catholic priest in Auschwitz who offered to take a condemned man’s place• a nun, formerly a comfortable Beverly Hills housewife, who works with prisoners in Mexico’s worst jails• George Washington, whose wisdom and hard-earned self-control helped him survive the chaos of war Character Is Destiny is McCain’s moving and eloquent tribute to men and women who have lived truthfully, and whose stories will stir the hearts of young and old alike and help prepare us for the hard work of choosing our own destinies. Praise for Character Is Destiny “An eclectic collection of heroes . . . [John McCain] will be remembered in a volume like this some day.” — The Washington Post Book World“Uplifting . . . inspiring . . . The lessons of these people’s lives are as relevant to adults as to children.” — Minneapolis Star Tribune“McCain can surprise you, and Character Is Destiny surprises in the diversity of its cast.” — Houston Chronicle “McCain has made a declaration of values that liberals can embrace as readily as conservatives.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

In 1999, John McCain wrote one of the most acclaimed and bestselling memoirs of the decade, Faith of My Fathers. That book ended in 1972, with McCain’s release from imprisonment in Vietnam. This is the rest of his story, about his great American journey from the U.S. Navy to his electrifying run for the presidency, interwoven with heartfelt portraits of the mavericks who have inspired him through the years—Ted Williams, Theodore Roosevelt, visionary aviation proponent Billy Mitchell, Marlon Brando in Viva Zapata!For Whom the Bell Tolls, who showed McCain the ideals of heroism and sacrifice, stoicism and redemption, and why certain causes, despite the costs, are . . .Worth the Fighting ForAfter five and a half years as a prisoner of war in Vietnam, naval aviator John McCain returned home a changed man. Regaining his health and flight-eligibility status, he resumed his military career, commanding carrier pilots and serving as the navy’s liaison to what is sometimes ironically called the world’s most exclusive club, the United States Senate. Accompanying Senators John Tower and Henry “Scoop” Jackson on international trips, McCain began his political education in the company of two masters, leaders whose standards he would strive to maintain upon his election to the U.S. Congress. There, he learned valuable lessons in cooperation from a good-humored congressman from the other party, Morris Udall. In 1986, McCain was elected to the U.S. Senate, inheriting the seat of another role model, Barry Goldwater.During his time in public office, McCain has seen acts of principle and acts of craven self-interest. He describes both ex-tremes in these pages, with his characteristic straight talk and humor. He writes honestly of the lowest point in his career, the Keating Five savings and loan debacle, as well as his triumphant moments—his return to Vietnam and his efforts to normalize relations between the U.S. and Vietnamese governments; his fight for campaign finance reform; and his galvanizing bid for the presidency in 2000.Writes McCain: A rebel without a cause is just a punk. Whatever you’re called—rebel, unorthodox, nonconformist, radical—it’s all self-indulgence without a good cause to give your life meaning. This is the story of McCain’s causes, the people who made him do it, and the meaning he found. Worth the Fighting For reminds us of what’s best in America, and in ourselves.

Senator John McCain, one of America's most inspiring politicians, pays tribute to men and women who have exemplified composure, wisdom, and intellect in the face of life's toughest decisions.

John McCain's evocative history of Americans at war, told through the personal accounts of thirteen remarkable soldiers who fought in major military conflicts, from the Revolutionary War of 1776 to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.As a veteran himself, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and a long-time student of history, John McCain brings a distinctive perspective to this subject. Thirteen Soldiers tells the stories of real soldiers who personify valor, obedience, enterprise, and love. You’ll meet Joseph Plumb Martin, who at the tender age of fifteen fought in the Revolutionary War; Charles Black, a freeborn African American sailor in the War of 1812; and Sam Chamberlain, of the Mexican American War, whose life inspired novelist Cormac McCarthy. Then there’s Oliver Wendell Holmes, an aristocratic idealist disillusioned by the Civil War, and Littleton “Tony” Waller, court-martialed for refusing to massacre Filipino civilians.Each account illustrates a particular aspect of war, such as Mary Rhoads, an Army reservist forever changed by an Iraqi scud missile attack during the Persian Gulf War, and Monica Lin Brown, a frontline medic in rural Afghanistan who saved several lives in an ambushed convoy. From their acts of self-sacrifice to their astonishing bravery, these thirteen soldiers embody the best America has to offer.

On November 4th, 2008, the Presidential Race for Senator John McCain of Arizona came to a halt. Bested by Senator Barack Obama of Illinois, John McCain gave his concession speech at the Arizona Biltmore Hotel.John McCain recognized the enormous historical significance of Barack Obama's win and graciously congratulated his opponent on his victory. John McCain addresses how this victory is a shining moment in American history, and he thanks his supporters, his running mate Govenor Sarah Palin, and his family for their devotion. True to form, McCain called on lawmakers to work in a bipartisan manner to help the future president.John McCain ran a long and tough campaign that for better or worse captured the entire world's attention. This is John McCain's entire concession speech (crowd boo's and interjections included), which is already a part of history.

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER"History matters to McCain, and for him America is and was about its promise. The book is his farewell address, a mixture of the personal and the political. 'I have loved my life,' he writes. 'All of it.' The Restless Wave is a fitting valedictory for a man who seldom backed down." —The Guardian (US)"A book-length meditation on what it means to face the hard challenges of long life and the sobering likelihood of imminent death...A reflection on hardship, a homily on purpose, a celebration of life — and a challenge to Americans to live up to their values and founding principles at a time when both are in jeopardy." —The Boston GlobeIn this candid political memoir from Senator John McCain, an American hero reflects on his life and what matters most."I don't know how much longer I'll be here. Maybe I'll have another five years...Maybe I'll be gone before you read this. My predicament is, well, rather unpredictable. But I'm prepared for either contingency, or at least I'm getting prepared. I have some things I'd like to take care of first, some work that needs finishing, and some people I need to see. And I want to talk to my fellow Americans a little more if I may."So writes John McCain in this inspiring, moving, frank, and deeply personal memoir. Written while confronting a mortal illness, McCain looks back with appreciation on his years in the Senate, his historic 2008 campaign for the presidency against Barack Obama, and his crusades on behalf of democracy and human rights in Eastern Europe and the Middle East.Always the fighter, McCain attacks the spurious nationalism and political polarization afflicting American policy. He makes an impassioned case for democratic internationalism and bi-partisanship. He recalls his disagreements with several presidents, and minces no words in his objections to some of President Trump's statements and policies. At the same time, he tells stories of his most satisfying moments of public service and offers a positive vision of America that looks beyond the Trump presidency. The Restless Wave is John McCain at his best.Duration: 14:23:27Number of parts: 16

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The complete, full text of John McCain's acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention on September 4, 2008.

Guidance from the President in the 2006 NSS, the Department of Defense (DoD) National Defense Strategy, and the recently completed 2006 QDR all state the importance of strengthening and building international relationships to enhance coalition operations. The DoD builds security cooperation relationships through security assistance (SA) programs, administered by the armed services. Examples of USAF SA programs include foreign military sales, technology transfer, cooperative armaments, and international training. For coalition air forces to achieve decisive victory, they must be interoperable. True interoperability among current and future coalition air force partners is a lofty goal, the success of which depends on a solid foundation of USAF-provided flight training. Improved interoperability among Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) partner nations located in the heart of the volatile Middle East is particularly needed. This paper provides clear evidence that a gap, or missed opportunity, exists in the area of USAF international flight training.

Nine speeches delivered by Senator McCain in 2006 and 2007 (culled from public domain sources) on a variety of topics important to the 2008 election -- Iraq, the nature of conservatism, government reform, immigration, the future of NATO, the treatment of veterans, and the future of Latin America. Read McCain's positions on these important topics in his own words.

Senate hearing on the persistent problem of airport revenue diversion. Congress has had a longstanding policy that diversion of airport revenues to local governments for non-airport purposes is illegal. Witnesses include: James Frassett, Citizens for a Strong LAX; Nicholas G. Garaufis, Chief Counsel, Fed. Aviation Admin. (FAA); Nancy McFadden, General Counsel, Dept. of Transportation (DoT); David Bennett Dir., Office of Airport Safety & Standards, FAA; Mary Schiavo, Inspector Gen. (IG), DoT, with Lawrence Weintrob, Deputy Assist. IG, Auditing, & Todd Zinser, Assist. IG, Investigations, DoT.