Comments on: McCain's Marine son returns from Iraq

By: Biden son headed to Iraq - Political Wrinkles

Biden son headed to Iraq - Political Wrinkles — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 20:00:28 +0000

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By: Nate Sacramento Ca

Nate Sacramento Ca — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 20:58:45 +0000

You Republicans pretend to respect military service but %90 of you would spit in John Kerry's face if you could.

By: kathe oakland, california

kathe oakland, california — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 20:40:05 +0000

Oh Boy!!!! I guess McCain is taking the "symphany" play from Hillary with his boy coming home now. I mean do not get me wrong, I am happy when any American who has family in this awful war, comes home in one piece.
So I guess McCain will "use" his son to make us believe the war is real, surge working, etc., etc.etc. Don't forget there are many many sons, daughters, wives and husbands over there and they have a story also – much different I am sure than the McCains but then..........it is election time and what better time to bring the war hero's son home. How long was he there and did rest of his troop come home too – or just McCain son.

By: R Edwards

R Edwards — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 20:25:59 +0000

THIS COUNTRY IS BLESSED WITH IGNORANT PEOPLE WHO BELIEVE EVERYTHING THAT IS PUT OUT BY THE LUBERAL MEDIA WHO HAS AND IS MOLDING THE MINDS OF OUR YOUNG PEOPLE. IF THIS CONTINUES AND PEOPLE DON'T LEARN TO THINK FOR THEMSELVES WE ARE ALL GOING TO BE IN TROUBLE. I AM A HUCKABEE SUPPORTER BUT I'LL VOTE FOR MCCAIN IF HE IS THE REPUBLICAN NOMINEE AND IT LOOKS LIKE HE WILL BE. I JUST HOPE THAT WE DON'T ELECT OBAMA BECAUSE WE DON'T NEED A NOTHER NATIONAL HOLIDAY AND IF IT'T OBAMA THAT'S WHAT WE'LL HAVE. BECAUSE HE WON'T LAST. NUFF SAID.

By: John in SF

John in SF — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 20:19:18 +0000

You have no credibility anymore. You voted for torture yesterday. How I am supposed to believe something your son says? You exploit his service, flip-flop on torture, flip-flop on immigration, flip-flop on taxes and support 100, 1,000 or maybe even 10,000 years of war.

You were a bad senator for me when I was growing up, but at least you had integrity. Now, you have no integrity. You're worse than Romney. Hypocrite.

By: Republican For Hillary

Republican For Hillary — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 20:01:32 +0000

Dems for McCain, why don't you just join the republican party and become "republicans for McCain?" Why bother to blog as "Dems for McCain?" Actually, I don't believe you are now or that you ever were a Democrat. As you can see, I am calling myself "Republican for Hillary," but I never was a Republican and I am not for Hillary, either.

By: Proud Marine Dad

Proud Marine Dad — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 19:09:50 +0000

You idiots, No one is being forced to go to Iraq or join the military. My son went because he, like his dad served in Vietnam, loves this country more than self. WE will not surrender our country to the likes of Obama or Clinton. Also, don't spin McCain's words as to l00 yrs.
As others have said, we are still in Germany, Korea and Japan., and we will be in the Middle East as long Freedom loving people want us there.

By: Ray Fisher, Albuquerque, NM

Ray Fisher, Albuquerque, NM — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 19:07:10 +0000

Having spent yesterday evening with one of our HEROES who is temporarily home from Iraq, I can say, this war is taking a heavy toll on those who serve. May the lord continue to bless Senator McCain and his family as he has by returning his son safely. I merely pray the Lord has time to repeat his blessing on the troops and families of all concerned. Our troops deserve our respect, gratitude and understanding as they deal with all aspects of serving our nation. Freedom, has its costs and sometimes the costs are very high!!!

By: Geri

Geri — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 19:00:37 +0000

I"m a democrat and I cannot believe how nasty you people are about McCains son returning. I actually thought it was only Obama supportes that were so nasty. I would like to welcome him home and pray to God that the rest come home soon. George W has a lot to carry on his shoulders for this war and I sincerely hope it haunts him till the day he dies.

By: AJ, IL

AJ, IL — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 19:00:33 +0000

Good day for McCain. Sons coming home from a war that should not have been started, and Mitt Romney endorsing him. Republicans, McCain will lose in the general election. He is pro-military force and one-dimensional (not to mention an old guy). Yes McCain's mother is aging well but his father died at 70. Iraq has a lull in the violence due to local warlords waiting to see what power they can grab based on the US negotiating with terrorists...oops i mean insurgents. The violence in Iraq will pick back up sometime this early summer. Pakistan will be on the verge of more political unrest once the so-called "elections" all over. Russia is threatening the Ukraine (and possibly other European nations) because of the US plans to put missile "defense" systems there.

By: Darth Vadik, CA

Darth Vadik, CA — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:50:11 +0000

Yes he came home today, tomorow he will endorse Obama.

By: Dave in Houston

Dave in Houston — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:45:31 +0000

I'm happy for you Sen. McCain. It's a blessing when someone arrives home safely from a dangerous voyage.

Did you take the time to think about the 3,960 families who haven't received the same blessing? Any guilt about your hand in contributing to the deaths of their loved ones?

By: Nathan

Nathan — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:44:58 +0000

""I'm curious to know what McCain's son was doing while in Iraq. I'm willing to bet that the son of a presidential candidate wasn't exactly patrolling the front lines." I love this, one day the liberals are complaining that Jenna and Barbara aren't serving in Iraq. Now a candidates son serves in combat and they diminish it too. You can't have your cake and eat it too. Typical.

By: Sofia

Sofia — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:42:45 +0000

OK, so since things are so good, LETS BRING OUR TROOPS BACK HOME AND GIVE THEM THE RESPECT THEY DESERVE. Oh yes, this happen to the elite. The rest go back to the waiting list or the uninsured or just go back as homeless. For all those Home of the Brave and the Free that means supporting when they come home and helping the families that have sacrifice so much so you could continue shopping.
ASK those families about sacrifice. What have you all done for their families while they were fighting for you.

By: byrd

byrd — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:41:58 +0000

Many of the people think McCain's comment about having bases in Iraq for an extended period of time equates to having bases in Germany, Italy and Japan. We havent lost a soldier in either of these countries since 1945. As long as we have bases in Iraq, we will always be under some form of constant attack. When will America understand, we are not welcomed in their country. McCain was a chorus member in the BOMBBOMB Iran choir as well as. "You'll wonder where the yellow went, when the H-bomb hits the Orient." Refering to China. You go America, keep up the American takeover of the world and see where we will all wind up.

By: byrd

byrd — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:27:24 +0000

Poor, poor Mitch. Do you really think this election hangs on the situation in Iraq? Iraq is a concern, but its' ranking among the most important issues facing America is not that high. Besides, the purpose of the SURGE was to give the Iraq Gov. a chance to get out from all the violence and form a coalition. Since, the Gov. has disbanded by 50% and they are farther away from forming any type of Governing body. So, you can take your successful SURGE and shove it.
Start working on the Economy, healthcare, education and the environment before shooting off your mouth.

By: Adam Wilson

Adam Wilson — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:27:13 +0000

As a former Marine, welcome home McCain. Glad there are still men like myself and you out there. Now go get the sand out of the cracks and crevices and relax. You've earned it son. Semper Fi Brother.

By: James

James — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:25:07 +0000

I will vote for Chelsea in 2016. I cannot have enough of the Clintons

By: J.Davis, ATL

J.Davis, ATL — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:09:30 +0000

So, basically, if I am following the thread correctly: McCain's son is going to walk and talk and play soccer in Iraq for the next hundred years? I guess the Pentagon will need to beef up their budget to buy a lot more soccer balls. They could probably get David Beckham to play over there for like $16 million a year (that's worth about $2 billion with bonuses and incentives over 100 years).

By: Bill Austin, TX

Bill Austin, TX — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:07:36 +0000

I wonder what was the name of the person who got to go to vietnam In Bill Clinton's stead when he got his deferment to go to Oxford?

Ditto for Dean, when he got excused for duty for a bad knee and then went skiing in Aspen for the next year.

Ditto for Limbaugh!

By: M.

M. — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:01:07 +0000

"The other opponents would have been preaching it from every roof top BUT they have never served this country or will allow their children to serve."

Are you expecting Obama's 9 year old daughter to patrol Bagdad? Get a grip.

Obama himself was too young for Vietnam and too old (ie had a family and career) for the first Gulf War.

By: Marc lewis

Marc lewis — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:58:13 +0000

This is to Jimmy206...McCains son is old enough to make his own decisions..probably in his 50's now he is not a little kid just sent off to war!

By: Eric

Eric — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:49:25 +0000

For all the ignorant libs commenting on the length of Jim McCain's tour in Iraq, 7 months is a standard stint for a Marine unit. Army units are the pulling 15-18 month tours.

It would take a cowardly liberal to surmise that a honorable veteran, such as Jim McCain, would shirk his duty for nepotism. His service is noble, just like his father. Both volunteered for combat duty, despite their father's position, and sacrificed a great deal. I guarantee McCain's son was outside the wire, on patrol.

By: Josh Kim

Josh Kim — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:48:39 +0000

McCain is against waterboarding.

By: Louis

Louis — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:48:09 +0000

Welcome home–well done.

By: Paul Casali

Paul Casali — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:36:41 +0000

Since it's so "safe," maybe Jimmy should go back and hand out more soccer balls. Other troops have to do many rotations, why shouldn't Jimmy? Maybe Jimmy should make his dad proud by being there for 100 years.

By: seymore, pa

seymore, pa — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:35:55 +0000

As a voting independant, this is how I see the Iraq situation:
The reasons for going to war were based on lies and exagerations that were known to this regime(Bush).
The invasion portion was carried out well.
The occupation portion has been a despicable exercise in corruption.
Despite poor management from the highest levels, our service persons have performed well and they deserve a parade when they return. (I am so sorry that the Vietnam vets were treated so poorly upon their arrival stateside)
There were not terrorist inside Iraq when we invaded.
There are plenty of terrorist in Iraq now.
Things are getting better slowly.

By: Kathryn Irby - Metairie, LA

Kathryn Irby - Metairie, LA — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:34:12 +0000

Sure, McCain "gets things done"!!! THOUSANDS OF MORE YEARS IN IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN!!!! Bush may as well stay where he is, given that fact!!! One idiot deserves another!

Kathryn Irby
Metairie, LA

By: Independent

Independent — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:32:02 +0000

To Smith:

If Dem delegates choose Obama, I will definitely go Republican and choose McCain!

CNN, shows your news integrity and let this comment through.

By: Jim673

Jim673 — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:31:53 +0000

As an American and a human bein, I thank McCain for his service. I aslo thank his son Jimmy for his service. As a veteran who volunteered myself for service in Viet Nam, I understand there mindset. As a demacrat, I have to say NO, to Obama, he will NOT, get my vote, againt a man of valor and great experience. McCain makes me feel lifted and proud to be an Anerican. We should all take a lesson from this great mans life experience. I believe that John McCain feels that his running for president, is not what America can do for him,,,but what he can do for America. It's long past time that the GOP put forward a candidate not just, good for the security of the wealthy, but good for the security of America. Land of the brave. Home of the free.

By: Independent MI

Independent MI — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:31:51 +0000

I don't agree with this war. I am so greatful, however, that our country has so many brave men and women that are willing to serve our nation so that we all can be free and safe. THANK YOU to all our brave service people and their wonderful families.

By: Kathryn Irby - Metairie, LA

Kathryn Irby - Metairie, LA — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:31:47 +0000

So have thousands of others' sons and daughters! McCain doesn't have any monopoly with regard to that, and certainly not with regard to the Presidential campaign!!! He will NEVER become President in 2008!!! There WILL BE a Democrat for President, thank God, after soon-to-be eight long years of putting up with George W. Bush, the incompetent idiot that he is!

Kathryn Irby
Metairie, LA

By: steve

steve — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:31:26 +0000

As a decendant of an old American military family 13 generations, fought in every war since the Revolution, some died at Andersonville and elsewhere,my son also returned home safely from Gulf 1...so I know exactly how McCain must feel...To me JM is about as American as you can be....and he is my choice for President. To me presidents maybe have about 20% influence in American government,but, but but if the voluntary military won't fight for their President, ie Clinton);well that is troubling. The military will fight for John McCain and that for me will be the primary measure of our future, example success, freedom and security. We owe John Mccain much gratitude for his courage and moderate perspective on a wide range of issues.Most of all he is not a coward, and as the son of a Navy Admiral refused freedom if his men were not released as well.

By: Dean

Dean — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:30:33 +0000

What if the bad guys waterboarded HIS son?

By: Dave

Dave — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:30:05 +0000

McCain is a joke.

Sincerely,

A member of the United States Air Force

By: Josh Kim

Josh Kim — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:27:20 +0000

"I'm curious to know what McCain's son was doing while in Iraq. I'm willing to bet that the son of a presidential candidate wasn't exactly patrolling the front lines." WOW Jeremy, you're so clever! Senator McCain is just another Senator and up until New Hampshire his candidacy was all but dead. By the way, Senator Jim Webb's son was in harm's way too, patrolling the front lines in Iraq.

By: c

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:26:29 +0000

Man, have your seen or heard Billary lately? She is Pissed. Do we want that for our President?

By: john

john — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:26:28 +0000

I served in Iraq with the Army in 2004 and I say the same thing as his son jimmy. We need to bring our guys home, the job is done!

The reason why McCain never mentions his son is because his son supports Obamas plan for Iraq. We need to leave.

By: Tom Rohrer

Tom Rohrer — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:26:24 +0000

My son has been deployed in Iraq for 13 months now. Last week, his squad encountered an IED that blew the front end off a HUMVEE. This is nothing new, it is an every week occurence. Maybe McCains son was in the GZ and they are handing out soccer balls, but if your son or daughter is not the child of a senator, they are deployed all over the country and not much has changed. They encounter IED's, RPG's, anti-tank mines etc. on a daily basis. The fact is that attacks against our soldiers occurs daily and has only slowed down due to the winter in Iraq. As spring is approaching, the attacks have been picking up again. And just think, McCain wants to "stay the course" for the next 100 years. What a guy.

By: kathleen, illinois

kathleen, illinois — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:26:18 +0000

A vote for McCain is a vote for BUSH! A vote for McCain is a
vote to make the Rich's Tax cuts permanant. Who will
be in his cabinet. In the picture above, you will see Leiberman.
Is that what we want for our Country. NO CHANCE OF CHANGE.
I would like all of them replaced. Vote Obama 2008

By: goof Ticket

goof Ticket — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:26:11 +0000

Is he going back for a 2nd, 3rd 4th and 5th tours?

By: Josh Kim

Josh Kim — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:25:36 +0000

"One has to wonder if he did the same 15 months as everyone else and will he be going back for another 15 months in a few weeks like everyone else.

I bet he was returned early….wanna bet?"

Left Coast Tim, you're a fool. The Marines typically serve 7 month tours, not 15 months the way the Army sends their troops.

By: Blake in Brooklyn

Blake in Brooklyn — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:25:03 +0000

“Naturally the common people don't want war; neither in Russia, nor in England, nor in America, nor in Germany. That is understood. But after all, it is the leaders of the country who determine policy, and it is always a simple matter to drag the people along, whether it is a democracy, or a fascist dictatorship, or a parliament, or a communist dictatorship. Voice or no voice, the people can always be brought to the bidding of the leaders. That is easy. All you have to do is to tell them they are being attacked, and denounce the pacifists for lack of patriotism and exposing the country to danger. It works the same in any country.”

Guess who said that all you 100 years of war in Iraq supporters!

By: Deb

Deb — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:24:42 +0000

I beleive that MC Cain's son was carefully placed out of harms way. I don't trust Mc Cain. Also, is Leiberman (Democratic Liberal Senator) a big supporter of Mc Cain? He seems to be in every photo opportunity. What's up with that?

By: Josh Kim

Josh Kim — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:24:23 +0000

"Bomb Bomb John is now using his son to promote his supporting of the SURGE. "My son saw nothing but IED's when he arrived and before he left he was handing out soccer balls." I have my doubts that McCain's kid ever left the GREEN ZONE. Now that his first tour has come to an end, he should be back in Iraq shortly to start his second tour. And when he has completed that tour, Bomb Bomb should have us on the brink of attacking Iran. Join the Marines and see the world. Good Luck!" Byrd, you clearly know nothing about the Marines. Senator McCain's son is in 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, an infantry regiment. He was certainly not in the Green Zone. You're an ignoramus.

By: MH

MH — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:24:12 +0000

"Walk the walk"?? Yes, and he is going to be walking all of your sons and daughters into that illegal and immoral death trap too if he gets elected.

If your best friend tells you he was having an affair with your wife, and you believe him and begin divorce proceedings against her, destroying your entire family....and then you later find out he was LYING and your wife did NOT cheat on you....do you still go through with the Divorce simply because you can't back out now??? GREAT decision making.

Read something before you declare that this war is *winnable* will you. Didn't W declare *Victory* shortly after we arrived in Iraq?? There is no such thing. The minute ANYONE dies, it's been lost.

By: lorraine

lorraine — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:23:35 +0000

Too bad everyones' sons are also not home again.

By: From Virginia

From Virginia — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:22:16 +0000

Senator Jim Webb (D-VA) also has a son serving in Iraq.

By: Gail Butler

Gail Butler — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:22:01 +0000

What was Jimmy smoking?

By: Ralph

Ralph — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:21:54 +0000

"We stand on the verge of losing everything our nation has sent our men and women to Iraq to gain!"

Oil?