McCain's speech last night

[wildwoodfam]

Originally Posted by Waterbaby

[FONT="Arial"]For my part, I am awed by the fact that Sen. McCain is still not just wearing the bracelet given to him by Mrs. Stanley but also had the Stanleys at the RNC as a guest of his and honored them during the convention.[FONT]

I saw nothing AWESOME about it really. It was a very good ploy by the McCain campaign to exploit Cpl Stanely's heroism and sacrifice. I found it disheartening for someone with McCains experience with war to use this type of heartwrenchign story as a campaign tactic.

He only wore it for this speech - he doesn't wear it everyday - so please don't think or spread the news that he does. He wore the braclet and invited the parents - and mentioned Cpl Stanely, and yes that was VERY much appreciated by the folks in NH, I am sure - but that's EXACTLY why he did it because you folks in NH are IMPORTANT to McCain - and he wants your vote. It was a good gesture of respect - and I'll say I certainly respect Cpl Stanely for giving his life for my families ability to remain free and safe, but I don't like it when either candidate exploits our veterans and war heroes for their own cause. AND THATS WHAT MCCAIN DID!