THE RISE AND FALL 0F JOHN McCAIN

John McCain's a hero. That we know. He tells us so at every opportunity. He crashed his plane in the Pacific, was nabbed by the enemy. He spent four years or more in a Nam slammer where he was tortured and abused and refused release ahead of sked because his dad was top Navy brass.

That's the story in nutshell, but it must be said he acted heroically and earned the fame and won acclaim when he finally was returned free to the USA. He was a hero and a patriot because he served his country faithfully. But his bravery and devotion should not blind voters to the notion that his actions and decisions made him qualified to be a candidate for the presidency.

McCain's selection of Alaskan governor Sarah Palin, as his running-mate, an inexperienced beginner on national scene, is not the only reason why she does not qualify. This sensitive matter must be discussed: Because. of health and age, it's possible McCain will not remain president full term. If he dies or is incapacitated this would put Palin in the White House, unqualified though she might be.

There are many unrelated reasons why McCain ls not the right guy for the presidency, which we will discuss in a later post, but we feel the possibility of a Palin presidency is most worthy of concern as election day draws near.

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