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On the recordJuly 15, 2008
Of course I would prefer his success not to continue quite as long as he hopes. But it does make you and me proud to know the country I've loved and served all my life, still a work in progress and always improving.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain acknowledges Obama's historic candidacy while expressing a desire for his success to be limited.

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