Political positions of John McCain Commentary

McCain's Wrong on Russia-And So Is Obama

Barack Obama has a lot to learn when it comes to dealing with Russia—but so does John McCain.

The Senator's Errors

John McCain says he has all the answers when it comes to foreign policy. But a sampling of his statements on Russia shows that he has much to learn.

McCain's Folly

Democrats are unfairly taking John McCain’s now-infamous “one hundred years” in Iraq statement out of context. But that doesn’t mean that what the senator intended to say actually made sense.

Death and Taxes

Rhetoric aside, none of the candidates will really be able to avert an economic downturn. With Obama pushing the connection between the economy and the Iraq war, perceptions could make all the difference come November.

Deconstructing McCain

Presidential candidate John McCain is now being lauded for his “independence” on domestic issues and “toughness” on foreign policy. But would he really make a good commander in chief?

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May 26, 2012