Drake Endorses McCain
Say’s McCain symbolizes Duty, Honor and Country
Statement of Congresswoman Thelma Drake:
We stand today in front of the Tidewater Veterans Memorial. A memorial that pays tribute to all those who answered the call of their country, and sacrificed to protect America and the freedoms we hold dear. It is appropriate that we gather here today to honor and support a man whose life symbolizes: Honor, Duty, and Country.
John McCain has earned our support for President of the United States of America.
Navy pilot, brave prisoner of war, Senator, John McCain’s life symbolizes service and sacrifice for our country.
As Commander in Chief, John McCain will take the war to the enemy and protect America. No where in the country feels the stain of war more than here in Hampton Roads. And with John McCain as president we know that we will have a friend of veterans and of the military in the White House. We know that he will look out for us, because he is one of us.
Much has been said and written about John McCain’s strong stand for our military and our veterans. But, I want to make sure that we do not overlook his proud service in the Senate on other issues of importance.
Senator John McCain is a true and faithful spending Hawk. Senator McCain understands that deficit spending is mortgaging our children’s and our grandchildren’s future. He has led the effort to stop wasteful pork barrel spending and I for one look forward to working with him to rein in federal spending and return to balance budgets.
One final note: GO VOTE. Tomorrow’s primary is very important for the country and for our area. I encourage everyone to take the time to go to the polls and vote. It is our duty and our privilege. And while we are at it, let’s give Senator McCain a great Second District turnout and a great victory tomorrow.
Thank you.