POLITICO MAFIOSO: The McCain Update

John McCain has been busy this week traveling the country, collecting endorsements of local leaders and talking to voters about the pressing challenges facing our country. When you see friends and family this weekend and in the days leading up to the Independence Day holiday, be sure to talk to them about ways they can help out the campaign. For more information, log on to www.JohnMcCain.com.

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"Whether you agree with him or not, Senator McCain's actions demonstrated the qualities we rarely see in Washington - courage, character, honor, and dignity." - Sen. Tom Coburn (R-OK)

National Review: By Tom Coburn, "McCain's Courage"

"McCain Is Leading The Debate That Matters"

John McCain "Maintains Courage In His Approach To Topics"

John Fredericks of the Roswell [GA] Beacon writes, "Up close and personal, McCain is vibrant and vital. His sense of duty is evident and his passion was as unbridled as his enthusiasm for his beliefs and ideals. During our private interview he displayed genuine warmth that was inviting and a witty sense of humor that was quite engaging. Most different from what we expected was his humility. McCain was ebullient throughout our time together..." Read more...

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On The Record

John McCain Commentary In The Orlando Sentinel

In an Orlando Sentinel editorial John McCain writes, "Across the political spectrum, Americans agree that the war on terror is not just a military struggle, but a battle of ideas. From left to right, Americans agree that our efforts to communicate our message are ineffectual, especially compared to the anti-American information operations of much of the Arab media, al-Qaeda and radical Islamists.

Did You Know...Fun Facts About John McCain

The McCains are big pet lovers, their pets include:
Four dogs: an English Springer Spaniel, two toy Yorkies, and a mutt
Two turtles
A cat
A ferret
Three parakeets
13 saltwater fish

Endorsement List Continues To Grow

More Endorsements Pile Up In Iowa, New Hampshire, and South Carolina

The campaign announced the endorsement of Greenville, SC Mayor Knox White. "U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential campaign today announced that Greenville Mayor Knox White will support the Arizona Senator's presidential candidacy. "'Our nation's next president must be a common sense conservative leader who has the courage and character to offer up the tough solutions, even when they may not be politically expedient,' said White. 'John McCain's service, experience, and commitment to our conservative cause make him the best qualified to lead our nation as we face the challenges of tomorrow.'"
Read more about endorsements for John McCain...

At the Polls

The early months of 2007 have had a record number of polls released. Some weeks we see as many as five or six publicly released surveys with data related to the presidential race. With that in mind, two organizations provided in-depth analysis of the data they have released over the last several months: Cook Political Report and Gallup Poll Review.

In short, they find:

John McCain has maintained a consistent position in the polls since the start of the year. He is virtually tied for the lead in the Cook poll and second in both Gallup and a recent Fox News poll.
The race is fluid and the introduction of new candidates and major events will shake things up fairly dramatically - because voters haven't made firm decisions.
John McCain is well-positioned against the leading Democrats - with broad-based support among voters in both parties and independents.Read more...

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