May 22, 2008
Posted: May 22nd, 2008 03:05 PM ET

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Sen. John McCain will release his medical records on Friday.
Sen. John McCain will release his medical records on Friday.

(CNN) - Sen. John McCain will give select members of the media a three-hour glimpse at his medical records Friday.

If elected, McCain, the 71-year-old presumed Republican nominee, would be the oldest president of the United States, beating Ronald Reagan by three years on inauguration day.

Presidents and candidates have released records in the past, and some, like McCain, have stipulated that the records cannot leave the room.

McCain, a cancer survivor, is particularly under pressure to prove to the public that he is physically fit for office.

Democratic candidates Sen. Barack Obama and Sen. Hillary Clinton have not made their health records public, but whoever secures the nomination probably will, said David Mark, senior editor at Politico.

McCain has told reporters not to expect surprises, and that doctors told him everything is fine.

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NickNas   May 22nd, 2008 8:02 pm ET

I am MUCH more concerned with Mr. Bomb bomb bomb Irans MENTAL Health.

That is all.

PhoenixvilleDemocrat   May 22nd, 2008 8:00 pm ET

If Obama gets the nomination, im not voting at all. Im not voting for a old man or shady man. I dont trust either Chubaca Obama or Shame McCain.

Hillary is the only one MAN enough to fix our nation from the shambles Bush leaves it.

Demo08inPA   May 22nd, 2008 7:58 pm ET

I agree- fit to run the country into the ground. We can not allow another King Bush. We also can not allow another King Hussain.

PRESIDENT CLINTON!!!

Hattie / Chicago   May 22nd, 2008 7:57 pm ET

Ok that's done.. Now where's Cindy's tax returns OLD MAN ?

Barack Obama Supporter from Lawrence Kansas   May 22nd, 2008 7:56 pm ET

WHAT ARE YOU HIDING, JOHN MCCAIN?

WHY JUST THREE HOURS?

WHY NOT LET THE AMERICAN PEOPLE SEE ALL OF YOUR MEDICAL RECORDS?

WE HAVE A RIGHT TO SEE THEM.

Cynthia, PA   May 22nd, 2008 7:52 pm ET

Did they keep records for 71 years? Did they even have paper? Wow! I can't believe that the media is correct on their polling, the comments from the Clinton cheerleading section prove the difference in the educational levels. Please wake up people. Clinton hasn't done anything to gain enough experience to be president. The only people who have enough experience are all of the past presidents and I would never rehire them.

Cosmic Comedy Queen Go Hillary!!!   May 22nd, 2008 7:37 pm ET

All he is doing is showing that this is a country of old men..

noemi in los angeles   May 22nd, 2008 7:36 pm ET

Let's break the rules some more and do a re-vote in California. Obama is sure to win!! When we had our primaries the people were barely getting to know Obama. Now that Hillary is exposed, not even my Latino people would vote for her. Obama is gaining ground in every state ...with every kind of person. Whether it be Dems, Indies, Reps, Women, Men, Young, Old, Vets, Patriots and the not.........he has full range of support. Now, that's what will make America prosperous. It's about the People, not the Parties.

noemi in los angeles   May 22nd, 2008 7:33 pm ET

OH GOD NO!!! McSame is campaigning in California!!!!!!!!!! GO AWAY!!!

It's quite funny... we had such great sunny weather for the past months, basically. In fact, just some days ago this weekend it was scorching HOT over here. Today, that McSame is here.......we have pouring rain and thunder. I'm in Pasadena, CA and it's raining cats and dogs out there. Thanks, McSame... you ruin things everywhere you go.

Stop this man from taking over our White House!!!!

Venus   May 22nd, 2008 7:32 pm ET

Ha,ha,ha,ha,ha,aha!

Well... 3- hours is a lot of time for some who 71 yearsold!

As Obama said............ lift the hood and kick a couple of tires and let's start getting Mc Shame vetted!

Go Bam! Take him to the hoop!

Now that Hillary is almost out of the way – the media can start to focus on Mc Shame more!

Cynthia, PA   May 22nd, 2008 7:32 pm ET

I don't care about his medical records. The man is too old to be president. Doesn't anyone remember the jokes that were made about Reagans age? I don't want an encore. The 80's were enough. Besides, the Feds have an age limit of 65, why is he even being considered?

K of TX   May 22nd, 2008 7:31 pm ET

Right before memorial day weekend...REAL convenient !

Jo   May 22nd, 2008 7:30 pm ET

You know you have something to hide if McCain is willing to release his medical records, but Cindy McCain won't release her taxes. What's up with that?

CNN loves Hillary   May 22nd, 2008 7:20 pm ET

OMG he is older than I thought! If elected, he would be 75 when leaving office?

Yikes!!!

TonyNJ   May 22nd, 2008 7:19 pm ET

it is said that someone from the Obama camp stated that a man with military leadership would not make a good candidate for President of these United States. Military experience and ancestors who served these United States is a Plus+ in my book. What about Ike. If not for him, this world would be a much different place. We would not have any Democracy.

Jose   May 22nd, 2008 7:13 pm ET

We wish Senator McCain all the best.

However, America should be aware that a man called Romney wants to destroy social security.

mike   May 22nd, 2008 7:06 pm ET

it doesnt matter his really old to run the country. his a war addict i think he should slap Bush for his mistakes and bush should slap him for voting the war

Tom,des moines   May 22nd, 2008 7:04 pm ET

McCain vs Obama=McCain win easily.

McCain vs Hillary=Hillary win easily.

Wake up superdelegate!

Griff   May 22nd, 2008 7:03 pm ET

You need, to see Medical Records of Super Mc.... Shame on you..
The Hero! Has to prove he's medically fit for Service, once again...
Shame on you....America!

Debby   May 22nd, 2008 7:00 pm ET

Well McCain looks alot healthier than Cafferty and CNN still keeps him employed. LOL

Chris from San Antonio   May 22nd, 2008 6:59 pm ET

Wow, NO-Bama. You're rather delusional. We've had this same system for the past 30 years. If you have a problem with the way Democrats nominate their president, maybe you should have asked Hillary to change it BEFORE Feb. 5th.

What are you scared of???   May 22nd, 2008 6:54 pm ET

Sounds to me like there is something going on with his health. Why doesn't he just admit that he is too old for the job!!! If I were in the running for VP, I would know its only a matter of time before I could take over!!! Sad!!!

A Proud Republican   May 22nd, 2008 6:50 pm ET

If McCain is putting his records up for review then why isn't Hillbo and obomer required to. You dems, especially the first 4 or 5 commentors do a good job at running your mouths. But when it comes right down to it none of you can do the job. And for the bozo who says McCain is not looking good, who are you to decide? What are your qualifications to blurt such a statement?

Chris from San Antonio   May 22nd, 2008 6:49 pm ET

"select members" a three hour glimpse.

Wow, so transparent, McCain. You're looking just like Bush and Company.
What is it you're afraid of showing to the media, exactly?

kim portland, oregon   May 22nd, 2008 6:49 pm ET

a peek? 3 hours? what are you so afraid of mccain?!?!!? this does not look good! how can you trust him? i wouldnt hire him to do my accounting, let alone be the president!!

with his medical history and age, we should know EVERYTHING b/c his age is a very serious issue. look how badly presidents age in their 4 years b/c of the stress; the shrub and bill went in as hadsome young things and have you seen bush lately?!?! ZOIKS!!!!.

and mccain adds to the general stress by not living in integrity, being secretive, lying, the stress from all those things takes a very serious toll on your health on top of the general stress that comes from being POTUS!

Linned   May 22nd, 2008 6:48 pm ET

Three hours for them to review them, can't leave the room but for a bathroom break. Sounds suspicious to me.

Warmonger For Hire   May 22nd, 2008 6:48 pm ET

Rest and drink plenty of tea...that's the ticket.

General McCain will have the hold country marching–to one step, WAR.

Sophia   May 22nd, 2008 6:47 pm ET

This is amazing. He doesn't have to, it's very personal & yet here he is doing it.
Now if King Obama would release the rest of his tax returns & find those "lost" Senate records, we might have an even playing ground for a general.
Oh wait, King Obama doesn't play on level ground! What was I thinking? It's smear & run on like he would never say such a thing. The old "My Bad" thing.
>>pfft<<

martin   May 22nd, 2008 6:44 pm ET

why not just give them copies?how many pages are there?most medical records are envelopes stuffed full of meaningless medical jargon,written with poor handwriting.will you be editing any parts of it,with those infamous magic markers?will you give them the entire record ,or just the meaningless parts?just give them copies.you appear to be defensive about them.by the way ?how 'bout them tax records for your elitist wife?

Cheryl   May 22nd, 2008 6:41 pm ET

If everything is fine, why only a glimpse?

Ralph   May 22nd, 2008 6:41 pm ET

A peek? What the heck does that mean? Dr Gupta said 100s of pages of mediacl notes will be provided for 3 hours in a closed room with no recording devices allowed. The idea is people will not be able to study the medical records, only skim through some of it. When it is over, no longer will his records be open. Any comments on what was seen will be challenged as being less than accurate, since the records can't be copied or studied in depth, it leaves McCain capable of claiming anything. Great, another decpetion from the Republicans.

Dina in CA for Bam   May 22nd, 2008 6:36 pm ET

What a joke. 3 hours and a few reporters. What's he hiding.

steve   May 22nd, 2008 6:35 pm ET

There is about a 25year old differance between Obama and Mcain.
I am 40 years old.

I dont know about you but when i was 15 i knew everything, ad the older i get the dumber i reallize i am,,,lol,,this race for the white house is between a boy and a man,,,take your pick.

JC   May 22nd, 2008 6:34 pm ET

Isn't this a bit too late for the Republicans?
Shouldn't this be done earlier during the primary for all candidates?
Being older doesn't necessarily mean shorter life span.
After 50, people can die of heart attacks or strokes.
The living evidence for Senator McCain longevity is his 96 year old mother.

What IF Senator McCain does have a problem, who will be the alternative Republican nominee?

Farrell, Houston, Tx   May 22nd, 2008 6:28 pm ET

We already know McCain is supposedly a cancer survior, so a peek means there is more. In other words McCain has something to hide other than the fact he is just too old. And to say he takes a "babv aspirin" once a day is just plain kookoo for a 71 year old person unless he is taking some other very powerful drugs.

steve   May 22nd, 2008 6:27 pm ET

I applaud his openess.

Question: If the news can talk about Mcains prostate exam, why cant you talk about Obomas wife (that is on him campain trail so shoud be talked about) or his ears?,,Sounds like he has alot to hide!!!!!!

JERRY   May 22nd, 2008 6:26 pm ET

Nuts to his medical records. How many of you reporters would check out normal and sane? T

rose   May 22nd, 2008 6:23 pm ET

John McCain has cancer and short temper NOT GOOD
HILLARY CLINTON is crazy & desperate & only wants POWER not G.

OBAMA is the only one perfect in health and in touch with American people.

OBAMA 08

FEDUP   May 22nd, 2008 6:19 pm ET

According to USA survey, Obama can barely win California and even that depends on his running mate.

carolinas   May 22nd, 2008 6:18 pm ET

Hillary should submit her records too as I see her rhetoric screaming voice and desperate act on the stage indicates to look in to her psychological / emotional reactions during Monica lewinsky's scandal time. I always wish her the best except giving her full power of presidency.

OBAMA 2008..

La Raza   May 22nd, 2008 6:17 pm ET

Just a Peek? There are hundreds of pages of this stuff!!

Obama   May 22nd, 2008 6:16 pm ET

Hello All,

This is Senator Obama. I want to bow out of the race.

Hillary is a better choice.

VOTE Clinton because thats what I am going to do.

FAREWELL,

Obama

ne, pa.   May 22nd, 2008 6:16 pm ET

I want to see mental evaluations too.
And why just a peek?
More smoke and mirrors from McBush.

Lovely in VA   May 22nd, 2008 6:11 pm ET

A 3 hour tour huh?

What happened to releasing them fully, which McCain stated about 2 months ago?

Who cares, he isn't going to beat Obama and we all know he's old, so what's the point. Bye McCain and take your idiotic preacher with ya.

Hans-Erik Iken   May 22nd, 2008 6:09 pm ET

I really don't care what the records say: the man is too old for the job period.

More importantly: he is now supporting all the failed policies of Bush on the economy, diplomacy (or rather lack thereof) and military.

And guess what: those are the policies that ran the country into the ground after starting with a budget SURPLUS and turning that into a record budget deficit.....

More of the same? No thank you.

David D Kollie   May 22nd, 2008 6:08 pm ET

What makes a problem of concern is the left side of his face. He ought to do something about that.

Chris in Va.   May 22nd, 2008 6:07 pm ET

The record probably states that he kicked the bucket three years ago.

Rave   May 22nd, 2008 6:07 pm ET

You are funny..who wants your medical records.
Go away.

AJ, IL   May 22nd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

Please NO-Bama...Hillary is becoming the laughing stock of the political world. While Obama and McCain begin to spar over genereal election issues, Hillary is out there blaming the media for sexism, touting Karl Rove's analysis of her electablility, marketing HBO's movie, and blaming the Democratic Party for disenfranchising Florida and Michigan voters.

It is really pathetic to witness. If Hillary is going to act like this till May 31st and June 1st. By June 4th, Obama will garner 100 superdelegates in one day just to end this Hillary spectacle.

Enlightened Voter   May 22nd, 2008 6:05 pm ET

All I have to say is when you pick McCain you are really picking his Vice Presidential candidate.

DAN   May 22nd, 2008 6:03 pm ET

WHAT EFFECT DOES THIS HAVE ON PRESIDENT HILLARY CLINTON

Deb, OH   May 22nd, 2008 6:01 pm ET

He doesn't have to be fit to send more men and women to more wars. He can do that from a nursing home.

Vanna   May 22nd, 2008 6:00 pm ET

Okay, what about your wife's TAX RETURNS?

This is a joke.

EC   May 22nd, 2008 5:59 pm ET

Why? We all KNOW he's a SICK man. So why do we need his medical records?

AND do we honestly believe that if there was anything that was NOT up to par, those pages would be in his medical records? Yeah right.

This is nothing more than a "political" tactic. Pages have already been removed prior to the file going public.

Come' On give us some credit here. We weren't born yesterday!!

58 white old ladies for OBAMA   May 22nd, 2008 5:59 pm ET

MCBIGOT'S PHYSICAL HEALTH THE LEAST OF OUR

CONCERN. IT'S HIS HEAD THAT IS OUT OF ORDER.

Lynn ND   May 22nd, 2008 5:58 pm ET

Let's face it, his VP choice would hold a lot more significance then the Democrats choice. Quite frankly I don't want John McCain deciding who would be president should he have to leave the job due to health issues or death. Just like I don't want John McCain choosing the next Supreme Court judges.

David Goldman for OBAMA   May 22nd, 2008 5:57 pm ET

WOW LET ME AT IT.

LIKE WE CARE.

R.I.F.   May 22nd, 2008 5:57 pm ET

So why then just a peek? I thought everything was on the table when you're running for President Mr. McCain. We are not electing a vice predident to be president in 2 years.

NO-BAMA   May 22nd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

CLINTON WILL TAKE OF HIM, EASY....

WE NEED SOMEONE WHO CAN WIN IN NOVEMBER....

POPULAR VOTE...CHECK
HILLARY ALL THE WAY.

p.s. watch "recount" on HBO Sunday and you'll see what will happen if we give the person with LESS votes (obama) the nomination...

...just watch

James, CA   May 22nd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

We need to know because McCain is not looking healthy at all.

April in Texas   May 22nd, 2008 5:47 pm ET

So just a peak huh..... Thats rich but sorry I want to see them period. The voters have a right to know.

noemi in los angeles   May 22nd, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Sure, he's fit to run our country to the ground.

Democrats 08

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