Former President Barack Obama contrasted former President Donald Trump’s character with that of the late Sen. John McCain during a rally at the University of Arizona. Obama spoke highly of McCain, praising his values, respect for political opponents, and defense of Obama during the 2008 election. Obama also criticized Trump for his disregard for these values, pointing to Trump’s disrespectful comments towards McCain, who was a prisoner of war in Vietnam. Trump called McCain a “loser” and questioned his war hero status, leading to the emergence of a voter bloc known as “McCain Republicans” in Arizona. In 2024, Vice President Kamala Harris has been trying to court this faction of the Republican party by praising McCain’s defense of the Affordable Care Act, also known as “Obamacare.” McCain’s historic vote saved the healthcare law, despite Trump’s efforts to repeal it. Obama praised McCain’s actions and underscored the importance of sticking to values and principles in the face of political divisiveness. The rally in Arizona highlighted the ongoing impact of McCain’s legacy and the role he played in defending important legislation.
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Barack Obama compares John McCain and Trump in Arizona rally
