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She has her own views of the world, therefore Republicans want to disown her. It is this type of thinking that makes me sick. It seems as though anyone must unquestioningly subscribe to the GOP platform if they want to be in the party. This is why many people left it.

I think this the beginning of Megan McCain jumping the sinking Republican ship to get on board with moderate liberals. She's of a new demographic in America of internet, texting, Y-tube, Facebook, yet serious tech savvy people who want to have a say in how we shape America going forward. Republicans have been slow to get onboard with this demographic and it is something that frustrated Megan McCain during her father’s presidential campaign. Don't be surprised, folks, when the younger McCain announces in the near future that she has switched parties to become a Democrat.

Meghan McCain Is a breath of fresh air. I used to identify myself as a moderate Republican but that's looked down upon by rigid right-wing group that wants to control the party and people's private lives.

In Pennsylvania, we've had good, moderate Republican leaders like Bill Scranton, Tom Ridge, Arlen Spector, Dick Thornburgh and John Heinz.. But some of them have been degraded as RINOS by the right-wing because they weren't conservative enough.

When a very capable leader like Tom Ridge can't be considered as a Vice President nominee because he's pro choice, that's sad. The GOP needs to wake up, turn off FOX News and be more tolerant and inclusive.

I liked Ronald Reagan but this isn't the 1980's anymore. The country and its demographics have changed and the GOP needs to accept that. And they need intelligent leaders with a vision, not "hockey moms".

Wow!!!. This can not be true!!!. A Republican supporting our President? This is about the most sensible words from the Republican Party since after the Election. Maybe there is still hope for the Party

Megan sounds more intelligent here than half of our Washington politicos. Unfortunately, Obama's a rock star whose shine has already flamed out.

I don't agree with her. If a current President is going in the wrong direction for America then I don't have to give any support for their policies. Obama hasn't been in long enough to really be evaluated but if there is any indication what Dem's like Frank, Dodd, and his own administration is doing right now then we are in big trouble.

I knew it! She's really a dem and doesn't want to tell daddy!

The TRUE next generation conservative. Forget that nut case in South Carolina and the fruit case in Alaska. Maybe John McCain had the VP candidate right under his nose.

Steve is right. Meghan McCain, although she is extremely intelligent, is being used by the media. Her father was the media's sweetheart when he was running against Bush in the primaries, but they turned on him when all was said and done. I am very happy that she supports the President. I am a conservative, but I hope he can get us out of this quick. But make no mistake, she does not agree with Obama on many issues, such as Guantanimo Bay.

I support the Office of the Presidency but I do not have to support every word or action or policty that comes from the seated President to be an American who loves her country. Supporting our form of government and supporting the seated president are not synonymous. I have a choice and I can say what I support and what I don't support, that is freedom of speech. Megan McCain does not speak for me.

If Meghan is the new face of the republican party, it may just have a chance to survive. What a breath of fresh air after the stale NO republican party that currently is blathering on every news show they can get on to protest that Obama has ideas and they dont.

Meghan supports our President and so do the majority of Americans. Now, if she could just translate her intelligence into the minds of other Republicans, they may be in better shape right now. On second thought, I enjoy the Republicans maintaining their ancient ways of thinking. It's helps the Democrats maintain its young voters.

Pssst Meghan. Jump ship. The Republican party on a whole is fast sinking.

First of all Meghan you make sense, and you don't seem angry; Good luck with the Republican party

Go Meghan!

Very well put!

The media have found someone to love. A cool, hip, young, "Republican" who supports the most liberal president we have ever seen.

Here's the rub people: she is no conservative. So to hold her up as a representative of conservatives is wrong. Being a conservative means having conservative values, like those enshrined in our Constitution. It is not about being registered to a particular political party or having a Republican father. (I'm sure liberals would not appreciate having someone like Joe Lieberman anointed as their leader either)

A true conservative would not support the policies of Barack Obama because they contradict core conservative principals. John McCain is no conservative either.

To hold up this lady as a saint and as someone who "gets it" because she supports the President is nonsense. This country was built on checks and balances and respectful disagreement. It was not built on sheep who just "go along" with a leader who happens to be popular with the young crowd and how can give a good speech.

We don't need watered down views and blissful political harmony. Politics is about ideals and principles, and valid principles do not need to be moderated or compromised.

I was once 24 – seen a lot and understand much more than I once did.
Love her enthusiasm but I also understand she is the product of her environment and she will change over time as we all have. Until then, it is more who she is than what she knows...essentially another elitist riding on the coattails of someone else right now.

Still, these are the people who become leaders- will be interesting to watch as she grows up some more.

What a shame. She should support her father's views and not suck up to the current administration. It is most likely her age, as today kids are so indoctrinated by the media and Hollywood. Just shameful.

As a Democrat, Ms. McCain frightens me because she could win elections. Give me the party of Rush anyday!

Many folks are quick to issue blanket statements labelling Republicans as hate mongering racist Caucasian bible swingers.

It goes without saying that this is not true. However, it is much too soon to tell is Meghan McCain is going to be a leading voice of moderate Republicans. However, I do admire her confidence at this early stage.

Believe or not, there exists moderate republicans who want the same things as liberals; that is a job that rewards hard work, a home for their families and safety.

Moderate conservatism is the future of the American party. Mini McCain is a perfect example of what the Rep party needs to become if it wants to survive the next couple of generations.

The Rep party is dying a slow death....then need a broader tent...not social conservative dittoheads.

I love this wonderfully bright lovely girl . I read her blogette and am a fan. I am a liberal , did not vote for her father and could be her mother as age goes . I just hope she could be the voice of a new updated republican party. I have become very concerned about the future of this party with their hate filled and judgemental views on social issues. When I see a 24 yr old with her inclusive views modern ideas, it gives me hope. I am for a 2 party system and I am seeing a very old outdated GOP here in the south especially, that is too filled with hatred for Pres Obama and wishes him ill will. As a Christian , this to me is at odds with the true teachings of Christianity.

So Meghan I hope you can encourage other young people to become more like you. To pray for all our Presidents to not fail but to succeed so we can go forward not backwards. We went backward for 8 yrs and now we have a lot of catching up to do to show the world who Americans really are.

So you go girl!

The Republican party has a LOT to LEARN from Meghan...especially other female R'cans!

Meghan McCain is a huge RINO..... And I'm not talking about her weight. She looks fine. But she is a Republican in name only.

She was an independent in 2004 and voted for Kerry. She became a republican in 2008 to support her dad....who lost because he is a RINO.

She has no business speaking on behave of republicans or politics in general.

She was an art major for crying out loud. She makes a living "blogging" .

Get a real job

Meghan is the only chance the Republicans have to attract some younger voters. The party could take some lessons from her.

B in Pittsburgh
So well put!!! The non-tolerance of the Republican party is akin to the extremist of any religion. "All things in moderation." The extreme leaders in religion, politics and worse yet the ones who combine both are the real danger to democracy (and thier devout followers). If the right wing extremists had their way our country would be a theocracy. Belief in God and country do not recquire the political power of organized religion.

Meghan has a mind of her own. She is a conservative that does not toe the party line, endlessly repeat the talking points of the day, and uses reasoned argument, not hyperbole, to express herself. And for this conservatives hate her. The Republican Party was hijacked by the extreme right wing of the political spectrum, and the American electorate booted them and their ideology out. Meghan wants to move the party back to the center. For this I respect her; however, the GOP is a fundamentalist, xenophobic, anti-science cabal of white men from the South. She certainly has her work cut out for her.

The only intelligent person in the McCain family. Go girl.

Good for you Meghan, It's time someone from the other side agrees we must our President solve this problem of getting our country back on track. Some the older fellows should take a lesson from this younger generation or get out of the way. You always talk about leaving a leglacy for the younger folks, well ask them what they have to say about the child like way you are leading as a NO party. Thanks Meghan McCain.

However you voted the election is over, Obama is POTUS and even if his priorities and perspectives differ from yours as is the case with me undermining him will do America more harm than good. In 3 1/2 years we can decide again, this time better knowing who he really is.

keep her around, she sounds like the most sane person coming out of November from the republican party. sadly, they're going to push her out the door for sounding "too moderate". they don't understand that this country IS moderate and not all crazy right winged.

*sigh*

to think they're going to push out the one light of hope

Megan should try this...... She should say something critical of Obama and see how fast the interviews and the adjulation from the liberal media dries up.

Megan, it's ok to speak your mind, but don't be fooled into thinking the media respects you. You're being used. Try my suggestion, you'll find yourself abandoned by the very ones who are patting you on the back right now. Just like they did to your Dad during the election.

Texas Coach-very well said. Republicans will stand up for the good of the country and have morals doing so. As a Republican, registered voter and US Citizen I will back the President when I feel he is making good decisions for this country (with my tax dollars) and I will speak out against him if I feel he is making poor decisions. I backed Bush but it doesn't mean I went along with every decision he made and same goes for this President, I will not stand dumbfounded and follow blindly and not have a voice. So I guess that makes me UnAmerican and racist right?

She is just what the Republican party needs. A person with common sense who isn't swayed by the rhetoric of the far right including those mental giants, Limbaugh, Colter, and Ingrahm

she might just be an up and coming republican.. open minded, about change.. willing to listen.. not afraid to face off with people that don't agree with her or her them.. young enough to know American is changing for the better. Knows the old ways aren't the best ways..

I think she is one to watch

Good for Meaghan...at least there is one "conservative Republican" with some common sense. Even her father has fought Pres. Obama's ideas to get us back on track. Maybe it is most of these so-called conservatives who should follow the old saying from the Viet Nam era: "America, Love it or Leave it."

@B in Pittsburgh

If you are moderate republican (or "progressive republican" as Meghan put it), who tends to be liberal on social issues, but still fiscally conservative and share conservative views on our national security and military issues—you are not "republican enough"

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This, exactly. I consider myself socially liberal and fiscally conservative, and I don't fit in at ALL with the Republicans because of my views on abortion, same-sex marriage, stem cell research, and other "controversial" topics. I find the Democratic party to be warm and inviting even to someone who IS fiscally conservative, further solidifying my opinion that they are the more accepting of the two parties.

I'm an Independent, through and through, but I have yet to vote for a Republican for their small-minded views and separatism. It's been Dems all the way for me, baby.

Way to go Meghan!!

At least there is one McCain who believes in "Country First."

I hope that this isn't a blind trust thing, though. I hope that she will criticize President Obama when she disagrees with him.

It is nice to hear a Republican who speaks so logically instead of just spewing hate and trying to inflame the 23% of the country who actually listen to them. Although I do not agree with some of her views, Ms. McCain is an example of what the republicans SHOULD be doing at this time.

Take a hard look at Meghan McCain, GOP. This is your constituency. Start listening to what she and others like her are saying, and why they like Obama. Get your act together and get on message. Stop undermining Michael Steele. He gets it; you don't. Stop over-coaching potential talent like Bobby Jindal and, yes, even Sarah Palin, and rushing them out before they are ready, only to become sacrificial lambs. And for goodness' sake, PLEASE stop trying to shove Mitt Romney down our collective throats!

Meghan's mentality is the new GOP. Hopefully it will catch on and we can get rid of the anger, bigotry, and ultra-conservative way of thinking. We are all in this together.

She is a breath of fresh air. We need more Republicans like her.

Sorry, but Ms McCain is just a spoiled brat. She has no direct knowledge of anything. She has a lot to learn before she can be considered a reasonable spokesperson for anything.

I expect her to be excommunicated from the Republican Party shortly.

Her rational, reasonable approach is nothing short of heresy to the wingnuts who have taken over the party.

I wish she would quit calling herself a republican, I really don't think she is one. She said she voted for John Kerry in 2004 and was a registered independent before this election.

McCain is a blogger not a politician. Shame on the liberal media for fuming this subject to spite the conservatives and shame on the conservatives for attacking her freedom of speech and expression. This is not News people! I support the President too, I just don't support all of his policies.

First of all, why does anyone care what Meghan thinks. She is clueless.

Secondly, She is not republican – She is a democrat who says she is a rebulican.

The Republican party talks about finding a new face for the party and a way to appeal to young people. When that face appears, what do they do? Piss all over it. Sad.

I'm a strong Obama supporter but in theory I don't want the Republican party to fail, I think its important to have at least two perspectives to balance power and keep reigning party honest. But the direction and attitude of the Republican party now is childish and detrimental to our recovery. Get your act together people.

She displays an intellectual honesty that is refreshing. There are many older but less mature Republicans who are trying to make hay out of the President's appreciation of the irony of his challenges.

I really like Meghan McCain, she's the Princess Maverick.

It's too bad that the GOP will probably try their hardest to push her out of the party, but the fact remains that she calls herself a Republican, and therefore IS a Republican. Argue all you want, but she identifies herself with the GOP and that's that.

She's the future of the party, and the GOP would do well to embrace her and her generation, otherwise they will ultimately die off and the party will die with them.

It's really amusing how the tides change. When she was supporting her dad and his ticket on the campaign trail she was much maligned in the media. Now that she supports the current administration, she's a golden girl. I see someone who is swayed by whichever way the wind is blowing.

I am so glad to see her give this interview. I have grown to respect her a lot more of the last few weeks as she has spoken HER own mind rather than just repeat the "Republican script." The one reason I could not in good conscience vote Republican this election was because there was no critical thought, no making up ones own mind, no individual beliefs at all. It was a script, and you either followed it or you were kicked out. She is not following that script at all. She is thinking and deciding for herself and we need so much more of that in this country. Intelligent, careful thought.

Good for Meghan... she is an example to all Republicans of what the party could be again... grand.

I like her, but lets not all start freaking out here. Remember, her dad used to sound like this too...right up until about late '06/early '07. From then on he was a complete 180 degrees. Hopefully she has a little more will power backbone and stands her ground. Being more of a Democrat than a Republican (I do have a few issues I side w/Republicans on) I think what she is doing is good and sets a great example for others to follow. I would personally do the same for McCain had he won. I wouldn't be sitting around groaning and complaining all day about how "my guy" didn't win. President is president....end of story. I stood behind Bush long enough to know eventually he'd be out of the way, in the meantime you just have to put up with it and get through the day the best that you can.

Coulter was right.... this child really is just a tool. Too bad she thinks "getting attention" is the same as "respect".

This girl is the brightest republican in the pack.

I support the pres. too

he is getting some impatient responses to his work on the economy, but it took 8 years for Bush to ruin it, it might take a while to rebuild

The sad thing is, this feud was created between Republicans and Democrats. We are all Americans. The common goal is to keep America strong, united.
It has become a war between the two parties to see who can flex the biggest muscle and to try to prove which party is best. Lets get back to basics and work together. Use common sense, if there's any of that left around.
Meghan, you are intelligent and you are beautiful. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.

Sorry Meghan, there's not room for you in the Republican Party. Since you apparently are not a bible-thumping racist that wants the rich to stay rich and the poor to stay poor, since you believe that freedom is for everyone and not just those that can afford it or for those given such grace by the fraudulent pastor of the moment, and since you are a woman that will not be quiet and acquiesce to the men 'who know better'. You cannot be a Republican.

I use to call myself a liberal Republican because I am pro-military, a veteran, a fiscal conservative and pro-capitalism (but NOT pro-corporatism i.e. rule by the extremely rich). However, the pro-Falwell theocrats and stay-ignorant Palinistas chased out those of us who are not rich, do not want to see rule by ministers, and value a liberal education. Republicans have chosen to become the party of incompetence and ignorance, and apparently, based on their actions during the campaign, the party of racists as well.

You do not belong there. Call yourself an independent if you must, but let the party that would destroy America in the pursuit of theocracy and greed hear that you will not join them in their endeavors. Thank you for your stand!

Like Palin, could you please just go away.

Megan need to be seen not to be heard!

how refreshing to hear calm reasoned speech from a self professed republican. It gives me hope for our younger generation. However, Megan need to speak to her dad because he is one the the main critics.

Miss McCain is not a liberal, she's a conservative. If you listen to her on the round table discussions on Fox that becomes abundantly clear. I admire her for having the moral and ethical backbone to call out the more reprehensible elements of the conservative movement in this country.

You try really hard to be open minded but when you see republicans not being able to make the difference between support and agree with, you end up thinking they are even more stupid than what you thought first. McCain supports her President, like most Americans did when the former buffon forced them in a stupid war. Democrats might have disagreed with him but supported him.

With republicans, you always have to correct the facts before even thinking about engaging a conversation.

I think that Meghan is like a ray of sunshine in the Republican party. I am a Republican here in Arizona and I did not vote for her father. I wanted change after eight Republican years. I think we need more young people like Meghan to once again get Republicans on the right track and get together with the president so the country can go forward. We all need to contribute!

Joan

I love how the twenty-something always seem to think they have a new approach, a new way of doing things. Fresh out of school with all sorts of ideas on how the world should be.

Try working a little before you start to lecture us.

Try to pay attention for 1-2 business cycles.

Im am most certainly a liberal, but I have up most respect for Meghan McCain, and find it quite sad that because she is open minded she is disrespected by some of the more prominent figures in the Republican party.

She is intelligent, confident, not pretentuous, opinionate but yet understanding, rich, bold yet humble and comunicate and relates to the sprit of the country at this time.

in short, MEAGAN is HOTTT!!!!!

Kudos to Meghan McCain for thinking outside the (party) box. Moderate Republican, Progressive Republican, Moderate Democrat, Progressive Democrat. What's in a name? At this most desperate of times, you are all Americans. Best for now to put personal and party agendas aside and support your democratically elected President as he tries to right the (foundering) good ship "America".

Why do her opinions matter?

Well, why do the opinions of Campbell Brown, or Jack Cafferty, or David Gergen matter?

Meghan McCain grew up in a political household, seeing the wheels of politics firsthand. Complain about her being a Paris Hilton all you want (seriously, push her out of the party, smart competent leaders do not have a home with Republicans now), but what has she done, other then say something you disagree with, to justify that kind of namecalling?

Good for you Mehgan! I left the Republican Party when it was overrun with by radical neo-cons. Your good work may one day encourage people like me to come back.

That said I thank God for Obama. This country was well due for mature leadership. Republican or Democrat, we have our luck stars to thank for this leadership of this calibre at this point in time. It kind of leads you to think maybe there is devine providence.

While both parties have their fundamental beliefs, the difference between the Republican Party and the Democratic Party is that the Democrats are willing to accept that there are going to be those in their party that disagree with what are considered "mainstream liberal views". They are accepting of their moderate members. For example, you can oppose things like gay marriage or abortion rights, and still be accepted in the party.

The Republicans, on the other hand, can't handle having anyone that doesn't agree with hardline right-wingers like Limbaugh and Coulter. If you are moderate republican (or "progressive republican" as Meghan put it), who tends to be liberal on social issues, but still fiscally conservative and share conservative views on our national security and military issues-you are not "republican enough", and therefore you should be kicked out of the party and be a democrat! It's so juvenile.

The far right won't tolerate anyone else who does not think like they do, whereas the far left is willing to accept that not everyone agrees with them.

See the difference?

Until the Republicans wake up and realize that this nation is more center-right than on either extreme, and actually starts accepting their more moderate members and listening to what they have to say for a change, they will continue on their free-fall towards destruction.

As for Meghan's relevance, she is one voice of many, and is out there expressing a view, just like we do on these boards every day. There are more people out there who agree with her, both on the right and the left, than you would think. I'm glad to see those views being put out there.

One of the things I admire about SOME of my conservative friends and family members that I do not often SEE in these blogs is that once Obama became president, they support him and PRAY for him! NOW ...... this IS TRULY...... Christianity in action, this is truly love of Nation!

I like Meghan McCain more and more. She is quite a young woman, who perhaps will follow in her father's footsteps and run for office. I am reminded of Ron Reagan, President Reagan's youngest son, who is a Democrat. Ron Reagan was not afraid to be his own man, and very likely disagreed with his own father many times.

Having our own minds, thinking for ourselves is a sign of wisdom! Versus the "group-think" of the far-right-folks who listen to Am Radio-hate-mongers or watch only "Faux News" and then mimic or spew what nonsense they are 'fed'!

BRAVO MEGHAN MCCAIN FOR BEING HONEST & BEING YOUR OWN UNIQUE PERSON!

I am hopeful Meghan will realize her heart is going toward the Democratic "party of the people."

But I disagree that Obama is alienating his older followers. I am one of his older followers, retired 67-yr old female teacher, and I have many friends who are not alienated.

Older people don't switch loyalties as quickly as younger people. As you get older, you have more patience and you check facts before you act.

I am thrilled about Obama's actions taken so far, I think he is totally into helping this nation, and I am ashamed of the ObstructiPubs who are trying to trip him at every turn.

Where is their loyalty to our country? I don't think they have what it takes to even come close to the loyalty my parents had for the US during the Depression and WWII.

Meghan, you don't have to think one way to be a Republican. It is important that you think for yourself and come to your own opinions. You go, Girl!

Whoever said she was a republican???? (LOL)

Megan sounds like a true democrat to me. Welcome to the Party, girl! We need young spirits like you. Radiance!

i am beginning to love this very reasobale girl! how i wish most people can reason well, the world would have been a better place keep it up girl! what a good depature from the Limbaughs, Coulters, Hannitys, O'Reillys, or Bushs of this world! girl you are refreshing!

I commend Meghan McCain for the objectivity she has shown in light of her relationship to her famous father, the intelligence that she has displayed in speaking on important issues, and the courage she has shown in speaking her mind. Kudos.

Meghan seems like a nice moderate Republican. She's down to earth, intelligent, and fair minded. To bad the right wing are gathering thier pitch forks and torches to driver her out.

She's the reason why when I start a sentence with "Republicans are" I correct myself and say "Most Republicans are..."

Although when I was her age I considered myself a Republican, and I had similar ideas and opinions. 10 years later I am a proud Democrat, but one who isn't too proud to appreciate a good, common sense Republican.

Maybe in 10 years Meghan will be a Democrat? We'd more than welcome her. Come to the other side, Meghan! We have (organic, low fat) cookies and punch

Glad we see a Mc Cain with some common sense.

Meghan, welcome to the Liberal side because you are not a conservative thinker. WELCOME! Which back to a Democrat because the Republican party do not appreciate your way of thinking.

At least there's one member of the McCain family who truly puts "country first."

Republicans, please continue to drive people like her from your party. Your slide into oblivion will then be complete–much to the benefit of this country and the world.

i'm starting to like her, now. children usually grow up to be smarter than parents.

Meghan has had her 2 minutes of fame, on the back of her daddy. In case she hasn't noticed, this is America. We have the right to disagree with, to support, or not support, speak for or against any President., or any one else we so choose. No President should get a rubber stamp, regardless if the media has dubbed him as the saviour of the world. That was why the founding fathers set up the Consitution the way they did. There is a system of checks and balances. I suggest you go back to school Meghan and review your history.

Ryan Indianapolis March 24th, 2009 10:19 am ET
I dont like Megan McCain and think the left is using her as a toy right now, but how many democrats during Bush's years said they supported him????????? The doublestandard is riddiculus. Democrats never gave Bush any support and all they did was try and tear him down. That is why I will never support another democrat after seeing what they did to Bush and the way they treated him. Democrats really should be ASHAMED of themselves.
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There's a big difference between not supporting Bush throughout his presidency and not supporting Obama now. Bush had his chance to impress, and failed miserably. Outright lies during the 2000 campaign, a very questionable victory in the election, and still we gave him a chance to redeem himself in his presidency. 9/11 happened on his watch, and he had ample opportunity to look into something like that possibly happening, but he was too busy going on three or four vacations in those first nine months to get any intelligence-gathering done. Even after that clusterf- he had huge numbers, and what did he do? Put out more misinformation with the sole purpose of invading Iraq. All within the first year of his presidency. He wasted his chances of being supported. What has Obama done at this point in his presidency to deserve the same?

Thank you Meghan. This is why Republicans are losing ground to Democrats, we respect the office even if we don't like the person in it. All of the lies and phony indignation by liberals regarding George W. Bush damaged a man's credibility who only wanted to serve his country. I think its ironic that Republicans are willing to support a president we didn't want but it's also telling about the maturity level in both parties.

I saw her on Larry King last night. I thought she was impressive. Like her father she is able to think for herself.

you go girl, tell these obstructionist, these terrorist, these racists, these do nothing morons on the right like it is. they do not want a blackman to strive.

Why is it that Meghan McCain is being demonized for conducting herself in a manner that allows for civil discourse between differing points of view? She never said that she agrees with the President, just that she supports him.

A Republican who is actually also patriotic and who cares about her country and not just about herself? What a breath of fresh air! However, Meghan McCain is doomed to failure. The GOP is a small tent with room only for the richest of the rich.

Ms. McCain should be commended for being her own person and now can freely express her views on issues of her choice. Surely, her parents are extremely proud of her, because she is basically a product of them and like them will take a stand on her principles as she rightly should.

I used to be a Republican, but I am not into the "hate everyone who disagrees with you" bandwagon. I am not a young "clueless" Gen Y liberal that some of you are putting down in these comments. I am an older American who wants to see the extremists out of our political game and the moderates take over. I have a brain, I use it and I can't support people who want our country to fail. If we would all act like adults and quit demonizing anyone who disagrees with us, our country would be a lot better off, because we could work with each other. Maybe if more people could offer to cross party lines to support what the president is now trying, we could extract ourselves from this mess and be the "United" States once again. Maybe if we could quit saying that all Republicans are evil, we might get some unity going.
Come on people!

As a moderate Republican, I find miss McCain's attitude refreshing. Her father often bucked party line and she's following in his footsteps. I think Sen. McCain should be proud to call this independent free thinking young woman his daughter and if he should ever read this, "Job well done soldier."

Way to go, Meghan. As a republican, I am excited to finally have a fresh voice to represent the party. She is an example of how you do NOT need to be closed-minded to be a republican. I can't imagine why anyone would spend time criticizing her, especially about something as trivial as weight. Ingraham needs to get a life!

What an intelligent young women, she speaks well, she has a point of view and she has stage presence. Too bad she does not have much in the way of a real education or she could be potential candidate material. What education does she have? Growing up in a wealthy family may have made her weak because she has not had to work hard for anything, everything is just too easy. She could have gone to any school she wanted but she seems to have lacked the desire. She clearly has the makings of a good talk show host, but of course the republican political machine would not allow that. An independent voice expressing the view points of many a young conservative. No the old guard would not have that.

@ Steve, who asked "could somebody tell me why her personal opinions on anything should matter to the general population?"

She's certainly no benchmark for political thought, but if it provides a spur for discourse, I suppose it doesn't hurt...maybe even helps.

Maverick!

I never wanted to hear that word ever again!

Noooooooooooo. You just *had* to say it, didn't you?

miss mccain, please leave the republican party. If the american people wanted republican light they would have voted for your father.

" We like our celebrities ". That pretty much says it all.

She sets an example worth following. Republicans and Democrats alike could learn from the way she conducts herself.

Meghan is obviously a wonderful and intelligent young woman.

Unfortunately, I would predict that she will be driven out of the GOP by the hard core group in that party that exude intolerance.

Meghan makes it difficult to despise Republicans. When I think GOP, I think Limbaugh, Coulter, Hannity, O'Reilly, or Bush.

But a "progressive republican"? Sounds better than stuck-in-the-1800s republican!!

I have neither a favorable or unfavorable opinion of Miss McCain, but could somebody tell me why her personal opinions on anything should matter to the general population?

@ Slider, who claimed "Were it not so, and her generation had the critical thinking skills of generations prior, Obama would never have been president."

I tend to disagree. I AM that generation and I can tell you with full confidence that it's precisely because we have critical thinking skills that we recognized that " a foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds" (Ralph Waldo Emerson) and voted for Obama in order to avoid a mindless repetition of the mistakes of the past 30 years. Most of us don't support everything he does blindly, but there was no way we were willing to continue trodding the same rutted path the GOP had cleared for us...THAT was a road to nowhere if there ever was one.

Please tell me why what the daughter of a Senator says or thinks is relevant or newsworthy? Are you trying to create an impression that Meghan McCain represents the Republican Party or that there is some sort of rift among members in the McCain family? People Magazine is the more appropriate forum for articles like these.

This board shows the irreconcilable split soon to break apart and then heal the Republican party. Some of us remember when being a Republican meant valuing fiscal conservatism, personal freedoms, and state governing. Now the loudest Republican messages focus on fear and hate. While these messages increase the party numbers, they do nothing to strengthen the party’s future. Party members with real Republican values have been too quiet for too long, knowing that their true agenda would alienate the new adopted base.

It will be interested to see how this all goes. Hopefully more republicans will stand with Meghan…

I know one thing! She does not speak for this Republican. I can think for myself, unlike most liberals. Grow up Meghan!!!!!!

To: Texas Coach

Very well said and you can count me as one that will stand up for my country and fight.

"I happen to think the girl is correct about her generation loving celebrity status and those that have it.

It explains much about the vapid cluelessness of her generation.

Were it not so, and her generation had the critical thinking skills of generations prior, Obama would never have been president."

Bad news, buddy. We're the future.

If prior generations had critical thinking skills, we wouldn't be in the poor position we're in now.

I like this young lady more and more. She is intelligent, attractive and seems like someone who would be nice to hang around with.

Just admit it girl, you're a Democrat.

I really like this young lady!
I used to be a Republican but, over the years, came to despise that party. It was hijacked by Taliban-like extremists who skillfully used religion to divide the nation. Meghan might be the one to save the Republican Party. She is level-headed, pragmatic and has shown more maturity than prominent and influential Republicans far older than herself. I predict that Meghan – NOT Palin – will lead the Republican party into a brand new day!

Heck, when that day comes and the Party has become more enlightened, I may even support them once again!

Hats off to you, Meghan!

She definately "talks the talk, " now, the rest of her years we will see if she can "walk the walk" TOO...right now, she IS a breath of fresh air coming out of the repub party ! Kudos girl !!!!!

I keep hearing people say that she doesn't understand or believe in the principles of the Republican party. What's that based on? She said she's fiscally conservative and a military hawk. What, because she's personally pro-life but thinks the government shouldn't legislate womens' bodies it means she can never be a Republican and doesn't understand the party's principles? I don't remember a radical pro-life agenda being the BIGGEST principle on which the party was founded. But if it is, I say AMEN because there are less and less extreme pro-lifers out there every voting cycle and if that's the ultimate Republican litmus test, the Democrats will be in power forever.

I happen to think the girl is correct about her generation loving celebrity status and those that have it.

It explains much about the vapid cluelessness of her generation.

Were it not so, and her generation had the critical thinking skills of generations prior, Obama would never have been president.

@ J.P., who said "Meghan, sweetie, pay attention… liberals hate you. "

Slow down there Senator Palpatine: save the "let the hate flow thru you" speaches for the George Lucas movies. The FACT is, we don't hate her. While it's somewhat disconcerting that the media chooses her as the voice of the more reasonable side of the GOP solely because she's a McCain...which really sort of dilutes the message, rather than giving it appropriate weight...there are many Republicans out there who recognize that the social/domestic policy conservatism spurred by the religio-fundy base of the GOP is precisely what's killing the party. They are growing more and more willing to admit that clinging to those voters as though they are a lifeline is an errant, self-destructive mistake. "Us liberals" are actually anxious to see a GOP that can be fully engaged in a responsible, meaningful, and pragmatic manner on the issues and doesn't just smear, fear, pander, play games, rinse and repeat. It would better our country. You keep clinging to that hate and projecting it on others tho...it will destroy you in the end.

"I think Meghan should run for President once after Obama's second term. Here is a McCain who makes a lot of sense"

Meghan McCain makes Obama look like he had a log of experience before running for president. What skills does she have to qualify her, do you even know where she stands on the issues?

The Presidents office shouldn't be a popularity contest for who makes you feel the most warm and fuzzy.

Meghan is immature and jumping on the publicity band wagon. She is parading around as a Republican wanna be when in reality she is liberal and needs to hang with the Dems. She doesn't understand the basic values of the Republican Party nor did her father. Meghan was an independent before turning "Republican" which coincided with her father’s nomination, but this girl, like her father, doesn’t appreciate the basic principals of the Repub party; instead she ridicules those principals and those people she doesn’t agree with. Meghan is just playing at politics.

The more I hear her say, the more I like her. You don't have to have voted for President Obama to now support him. I didn't vote for President Bush, but I never spent any time hoping he would fail, because clearly his failures impacted us all.

Be careful Megan. You are stirring up the hornets nest. Laura Ingraham went after you because you have the most logical voice of the Republican Party right now. These old stalwarts will never listen to reason. Whether it's Rush Limbaugh, Laura Ingraham and Tammy Bruce. They will never compromise.

How is it a 24 year old has more sense and dignity than the older Republicans that are ruining their party and trying to ruin this country? John Boehner and Eric Cantor should get a few tips from the younger McCain.

Why is she relevant? Because whether deserved of the attention or not, people ARE listening to her. Blogs follow her. News tickers report on her. Her thoughts and words have an impact, and finally give voice to the frustration that many feel about the social conservative's hijacking of (and ruining) the republican party.

For too many years, the republican party has defined itself by which group to blame, which group to hate, which rights to take away from anyone not "with them" through their self-righteous exploitation of the voting process (tyranny of the majority) and willful ignorance of the constitution.

Meghan represents a return to debating solutions that are fair for everyone, rather than imposing idealogy and fighting the so called "culture wars" which only the far right seems to be interested in perpetuating in order to maintain their sense of identity and purpose.

This is a refreshing example of a younger republican who is thinking for herself while trying to embrace the ideals of her party, and also trying to reconcile those ideals with the current times. What a nice thing to have a republican who is not trying to make everyone else wrong!! Mr. McCain would have done better choosing Meghan as his running mate rather than what's-her-Palin.

I think Meghan McCain is awesome. Keep it up Meghan, and you look fine, a pretty girl with a pretty smile and an awesome mind. Good luck

I loathed Bush and knew he would fail but I never hoped he would fail and I always thought of him as "my President". Isn't thinking any other way un-American?

At least one Republican gets bipartisanship – the rest have apparently decided to war with our President, even if it takes the country with it – witness the GOP governors refusing stimulus money – nothing like sacrificing the needs of your constituents to boost your own over-developed egos. And anyone really considers Jindal a viable Presidential possibility? Speaks volumes about the weakness of the GOP.

This is actually the intelligent response that I have been expecting since the election. When you have a popular President who is elected fair and square, one expects the losing party to give the new guy a chance. Until Bush decided to invade Iraq, he had my full support though I didn't vote for him (and his election in 2000 was much less of a mandate!).

Many Republicans in the spotlight have been sore losers, and it reflects poorly on their party. It's going to take a lot of voices like Meghan McCain's to overcome the negative rhetoric and gain respect. One doesn't have to agree with all of Obama's policies, but hoping he fails is not only stupid but also devastating to the reputation of the party. I appreciate Republicans like Meghan and also my parents, who, the week after the election, immediately said that they were praying for Obama. We have got to work together to get out of this awful mess!!!

Why can't more Republicans be open-minded? The contrast between her and Rush/Hannity/Coulter is so extreme, but at the same time, refreshing to think there might be more out there like her.

Meghan McCain Welcome to the big goverment, Goverment will take care of you party,high tax, welfare party.

I support Meghan's opinion. She should run for President next time around. The "old boys' club" needs to be replaced.

hats off the parents who brouhgt up to this lovely child so mature for her age and so dignified. The way she represented herself, her country, weight issue was totally beyond her age. this young girl has a long bright future. very pleasant. and great job mom cindy and dad john. we could have watched her whole day.

She sounds like her Dad prior to the 2008 run..........If he had kept true to himself rather than pandering to the far right, the election might have been different........He would not have won their votes but he would have won a lot of the others that are more moderate. Refreshing to hear a Republican with some common sense............

I dont like Megan McCain and think the left is using her as a toy right now, but how many democrats during Bush's years said they supported him????????? The doublestandard is riddiculus. Democrats never gave Bush any support and all they did was try and tear him down. That is why I will never support another democrat after seeing what they did to Bush and the way they treated him. Democrats really should be ASHAMED of themselves.

Republicans, THIS is the new leader of your party, not the right wing tin horn orchestra on Fox and on A.M. radio. Smart, informed, attractive, positive, engaged, has new ideas, not in denial, not living in the past, not manufacturing fake outrage, hmmmm..... wait a minute.....aw, she sounds too much like a democrat for the Red State Party Purity Patrol to accept her.

She has a lot of her dad in her. He was the true bipartisan cnadidate.

Smart girl.

We have to support him, by supporting him we are supporting ourselves.

I like her. She is smart, outspoken, independent ( and,sorry but this is NOT politically correct), HOT!

If the Republicans start allowing more voices like Meghan's to be heard, then they might not be the minority party anymore. They might actually be able to connect with mainstream Americans again.

I have a lot of respect for Meghan, she obviously gets it, too bad the rest of the republicans don't learn from this beautiful, intelligent young lady.

Meghan McCain is an intelligent free thinker. She champions progressive thinking in congruence with the ever changing social dynamics. She really represents the party of Lincoln, the party of wisdom, the party of freedom, the party of diversity.

Ahmed

Omaha

Meghan is proof that our party has hope. THe old cronies will be gone within 4-8 years, and young republicans with more open ideas will rise up. People like Jindal, Gregg, Steele (minus the recent slip-ups), they will lead the party to a more open platform of inclusiveness.

It happend in the Dem party with JFK, it is happening with Obama, and it will happen with the GOP.

These cycles are necessary for either party to survive. Let's not forget that in 2002, people were saying the Democrats were dead, with Bush becoming the first President to gain seats in in Congress in his first off-year election.

Things change quickly in the world of politics.

I wish she could have run for president instead of her father. In fact, I hope she does run for Congress eventually. It is nice to see a Republican that stands for their issues without trying to destroy someone else.

JP,

Actually you're WRONG. We liberals tend to like people who are intelligent and not hate mongers. And in this case, we LOVE Megan McCain! We just wish more Republicans had common sense like her!

Meghan McCain said what all good Americans should say no matter what their party is that they support our President, it is OK to differ with him on specific issues when necessary, but basically support him as he is trying to get this country out of the financial mess that he inherited. I hope she tells this to her father so he also can help this country by supporting our President.

We all should be supporting this President. Once an election is over our elected officials should put party away and start to do for the whole country until the next election. The continue obstructionism by the Republicans only show their concern for party/power and not doing for the country and I can only hope more people see this and vote for those who are in politics to do for the people.

Wow !!!! A Republican with brains.......kudos to Meghan.

Perhaps Meghan McCain could give some tips to her father and the other repugs. If they started using their brains before opening their mouths, they might go back to being repubs instead of repugs.

Wow, a republican that I am begining to admire. I didn't think it was possible.

Is she really a republican or just playing one on tv?

I would vote for Meghan quicker than Palin anyday.

To Truth... Maybe you could tell us all just what those Republican ideals are? None of your Republican representatives seem to be able to get their message across to the American people. They may have a chance for a come back if they would tell us all what they have in mind for this country. America has soured on your party because they fail to come up with good answers. They need to become more moderate if they hope for any of us to take them seriously again.

Atta girl, Meghan! She sure as heck poses a serious stumblin' block for the select few in the GOP's conservative corner. LI, RL, and AC can start bitin' their nails forthwith-which we seriously doubt, though.

Nevertheless, Meghan's meanderin' into the ultra-conservative crowd's madnesses brings kudos, and she should keep up the good work.

I would vote for Meghan !!

Meghan, you can teach your father a few things about politics.....you go, girl!

Again, Why is Meghan McCain the only dinosaur that makes any sense. She should be the leader of the Woolly Mammoths.

I like her, she really puts a more REALISTIC face on the GOP who in years has shall I say a plastic white face. Very refreashing young lady. You go girl!

Watch and wait for it – She's being groomed for the Arizona Senator slot since her dad can't/won't get elected again. It won't work though. We're done with Bushes, McCains, and the like.

Who cares about this McCain girl? Yet another princess with nothing to do but yap and yap.

Well the apple doesn't fall too far from t..wait, what?

"I support the president."

So, then, she's not a Republican anymore?

I'm confused.

Ms Meghan McCain I couldn't have said this better "He's our president and when the election was over and when President Obama won, all negative feelings were gone. I support the president. Move on

I HAVE TO DITTO THAT COMMENT! Move on are get out the way!

Meggie's support goes as the wind blows. In ten years she'll be trying to stretch out her 15 minutes, probably have a couple amateur videos under her belt. In other words, she'll probably be working for MSNBC (if MSNBC is still around then). She'll be one of those people bashing people like her dad in public, but having no problem living off his money. Hey, she'd make a great lib.

Meghan McCain – the NEW voice of the Republican party, setting a wonderful example for all – we should ALL support our President and wish his success – for the benefit of OUR Country.

Now there's a sensible republican...I never thought we'd see the day. I guess this is the era of firsts!

Meghan sounds smarter than GOV. SARAH PALIN and JOHN McCAIN put together, in the sense she makes SENSE when she speaks! I can't believe this child came from John and Cindy McCain.

What's WRONG with the GOP and RNC, are they deaf and blind?

Meghan seems to have more common sense than the entire Republican Party put together...the old stoggy cows of politics of yore need to be put out to pasture and a new generation of citizens need to step up...campaigns should be fought tooth and nail, but after, recognize the victor (after all he is the choice of the people and not some alien dropped from another planet!) and move on with the business of serving the people. Its disgusting how the 'oldies' can't shed the tired old tendency of moving from one campaign to the next, constantly thinking of their next victory...like a bunch of street walkers sizing up their next 'trick.' Go Meghan!!

You go girl!!! Just tell 'um like it is.

Yes, the young woman speaks with sense. While she (and many other republicans) did not vote for him, the recovery of our country is not about Pres. Obama. It's about US.

Wow...a moderate republican. She may be the last of the mohicans.

There is a clear positive path for this bright young well educated woman who has the posibility to bring so much to the party she chooses to support. She makes me proud of being a american woman.

Any Repub that is willing to rise up against the conservative factor of this party is alright by me.
Fiscal responsibility is one thing, but the neocons and religious extremists need to go.
Give them hell, Meghan.

Hmmm ... Apparently the apple doesn't fall too far from the tree. (Dad is a RINO/DemocRat Lite & so is she.)

Oh .. and Ms McCain ... your 15 minutes of fame are over. Go back to where ever it is you came from.

Buh-bye!

I still get the impression Meghan voted for Obama.

Dear Meghan,
If you can get your party to listen to you instead of bad-mouthing you they will have a bright future. If not I know of a party that would love to have you and every other moderate Republican. So if you don't feel welcome anymore we have room in the Democratic party.

Meghan you sound like a very intelligent, informed, wonderfully centered young woman! This Obama Team Leader salutes you!

I have to respect her. She seems to have her head on straight. Courler and Limbaugh should listen more to her than the obnoxious voices in their heads. She is going to have more and more influence as time goes on and I think that could very well be a good thing.

Why do we care what she has to say, she is not a conservative and does not speak for the republican party. Our party is not going to cave and be more moderate, we are true conservatives and that is what we will stand on. If people don't like it then to bad, it's what our country was built on and we wil not change our beliefs for anyone. There are more of us who will stand up and fight for our country.

Does anyone really care what this girl thinks? What has rocketed her into stardom? Her dad. Yet she seems pretty disrespectful towards him. Not that children can't disagree with their parents...but seriously, she always just seems to be saying whatever can get her another 15 seconds in the spotlight. Does she have anything of substance to say?

Finally, a senseful Republican that shows her support for our president, and doesn't bash social issues that should have no place in politics.

Like her father, Meghan McCain has no principles or convictions and instead bases her self worth on the approval of people who never have nor never will approve of her. There has got to be some sort of pop-psychology term for this level of self-loathing and lack of self esteem.

Meghan, sweetie, pay attention... liberals hate you. In fact, they likely hate even the ground upon which you walk. They only like you NOW when you're bashing conservatives, and the moment they think you even slightly disagree with them or anything they believe, they'll throw you under the bus in the blink of an eye. Don't believe me? Just ask lifelong Democrat and bigtime Democrat financial contributor Jim "Mad Money" Cramer. He still has tire tracks on his back from Obama's Spare-Change Mobile. How dare he say the emperor wears no clothes!

Obama is working overtime to do for Democrat presidential chances what Carter did for it. Enjoy wandering around in the wilderness hippies.

This comes as no suprise. She is a dem. in a reb. suit. Her father is more dem then reb. anyway.

Who cares. She is a tolken liberal. The shallow liberals are doing the same with her as they did with her dad, using her against Republicans. No Republican cares though, because she is meaningless and does not share any of our ideals. She's the Paris Hilton of politics

I really wish her all the best, I was listening to her interview and she's a great person, very wise for her age, very open minded, I wish more people were like her. If she is not the future of her party then I feel even worse for her party and can only hope she become's a democrat. Again I wish her all the best and I hope we get to see more of her.

Even though the mention of the word "maverick" makes my stomach turn after hearing it so much on the campaign, this interview solidified my respect for her. I don't agree with a lot of her and John McCain's more conservative views but I think she's very intelligent. Voices like hers should be the ones the Republican Party lets shine through if they want to be viable 20 years from now.

He's our president and when the election was over and when President Obama won, all negative feelings were gone. I support the president.

Spoken as an American.................................

Why is this news? I support the president too, but it sure as heck isn't newsworthy.

I hope the Republicans keep rejecting Meghan McCain. If they listened to her, they might end up back in power and screwing up the country again. Still, she seems like a decent sort...

Meghan McCain is rapidly becoming my Repub hero. Everyone has a stake in our country's success.

And Meghan McCains opinions are pertinent because...?

C'mon, there's got to be more important issues than feeding this womans ego. She's as irrelevant as her father.

Fine, but who cares? Her father was the nominee, not her. She is not a voice for the Republican party. She is entitled to her opinion but I have no clue why she is trotted out as some sort of an authority on policy. She's becoming this generation's Ron Reagan Jr., someone with no credentials and no real job who trashes the party in hopes of getting some tv time.

i believe Ms. Meghan is out to make a name for herself in political roundtables around Washington..... she should be getting a hosting job on the "VIEW" real soon she will fit right in with Behart....

The more Meghan talks, the more I like her! What an incredibly brilliant, beautiful young woman!

Meghan McCain why is it that you are the only smart lady so far in the republican party?
If you thinking about a political carreer in the future then koudous you are of a very very good start. Your base will hate you because they are buch of stupid alcohoolics easily manipulable because they have no brain to think for themself and believe in any rubish that come out the mouths of the haters (an coulter, sean hannity, bill o'reilly, lou dobbs, gleen beck and the hole fox noise crew and political pundits).
GOOD JOB Meghan

Ms Meghan McCain I couldn't have said this better "He's our president and when the election was over and when President Obama won, all negative feelings were gone. I support the president. Move on

I give her credit for being intelligent and well spoken. Charm school paid off...She can be the future of the Repubs, but what else does she have to offer. Is she interested in politics, or is she going to sign a book deal?

She is the future of the GOP. Thank God there are moderate conservatives out there who are gaining a voice!

Megan McCain....a republican who gets it. now we all know she will be grilled to death about this......stick to your guns Megan.

Megan McCain shows that she is not like Ann "I'm really a self hating liberal" Coulter or Sarah Palin because she choses to think and not judge people immedately. This is what we need in this country - more people that think and are willing to understand and listen to those who aren't them.

Sorry Meghan, but you DO have to think one way to be a Republican.

Meghan should have told her father to support the President as well. I think if John McCain truly supported the President, their wouldn't be a lot of Washington gridlock. The entire GOP can learn a thing or two from Meghan.

I think Meghan should run for President once after Obama's second term. Here is a McCain who makes a lot of sense. I just hope her family doesn't disown her. At this point she might as well come on over to the democratic team.