McCain's speach

[_antishock8]

I think McCain understands the importance that a country divided is a country that's, uh, divided. Regardless, he showed his true character, and why he would have been a good choice for the Presidency. His statesman-like speech underscored his Country First ideology. At least he was classy. No subtle Obama flipoffs to his opponent. Perhaps the Leftists on this board can learn from him, too? I think so...

[_beastie]

McCain did give a great speech, and I am optimistic he will work with Obama.

However, the tactics of his campaign and his supporters are why the crowd was so unruly. After being told that Obama is practically a terrorist and a socialist, does he really expect them to accept Obama graciously? Did he expect that people would understand these accusations with a wink and a nod?

[_antishock8]

McCain did give a great speech, and I am optimistic he will work with Obama.

However, the tactics of his campaign and his supporters are why the crowd was so unruly. After being told that Obama is practically a terrorist and a socialist, does he really expect them to accept Obama graciously? Did he expect that people would understand these accusations with a wink and a nod?

Do you not actually see the hypocrisy in your post? Are you that partisan? I, at least, can acknowledge your points, but are you willing, after everything you and your ilk said about Governor Palin and "McFossil"/"McCan't" that the Left is as slanderous and underhanded as the Right... Just in their own way?

[_The Dude]

I would agree that the "Left" and the "Right" are both slanderous and underhanded, each in their own way*. That doesn't mean, however, that the McCain and Obama campaigns were equally slanderous and underhanded. The parties and the individuals are not the same thing.


*Importantly, the "Left" includes the Clintons.

[_antishock8]

I would agree that the "Left" and the "Right" are both slanderous and underhanded, each in their own way*. That doesn't mean, however, that the McCain and Obama campaigns were equally slanderous and underhanded. The parties and the individuals are not the same thing.


*Importantly, the "Left" includes the Clintons.

Well, there's no way to quantify the underhandedness, nor is there a way to be objective about the slander. I'm sure you think the Right is more slanderous much the same way that I think the Left is more slanderous.

[_Moniker]

MCCain's speech only further amped up my admiration for him.

Sen. Obama and I have had and argued our differences, and he has prevailed. No doubt many of those differences remain.

These are difficult times for our country. And I pledge to him tonight to do all in my power to help him lead us through the many challenges we face.

I urge all Americans ... I urge all Americans who supported me to join me in not just congratulating him, but offering our next president our goodwill and earnest effort to find ways to come together to find the necessary compromises to bridge our differences and help restore our prosperity, defend our security in a dangerous world, and leave our children and grandchildren a stronger, better country than we inherited.

Obama's speech sought to bridge the divide, as well. Telling those that didn't support him that he needs their help and hears their voices, as well.

[_antishock8]

I think it's pretty standard to express those sentiments:

I was not elected to serve one party, but to serve one nation.

The president of the United States is the president of every single American, of every race and every background.

Whether you voted for me or not, I will do my best to serve your interests and I will work to earn your respect.

- G.W. Bush, 2000

[_Some Schmo]

I was highly impressed with both candidates' speeches last light.

McCain really is a classy guy. I wish the last few weeks of his campaign more accurately reflected the man I think he is.

[_Moniker]

I think it's pretty standard to express those sentiments:

It is standard, yet, it's always nice to hear it. :)

[_Analytics]

I for one appreciate the class McCain displayed in his concession speech.

Many of the biggest issues facing America (e.g. the financial crisis, energy independence, healthcare reform, the impending Medicare crisis) are things that in broad terms people from both parties should agree on. I hope that the Obama and the Democrats focus on these issues and do so in a good-faith bi-partisan way. I hope that McCain and the Republicans will be statesmen and will work for real solutions to America’s problems rather than attempting to sabotage this government in an attempt to regain power.