John McCain actually said...
Now it's South Carolina's turn to decide. I have long admired -- I have long admired the deep patriotism of the people of this state. So many, so many of your sons and daughters risk their lives today to keep the rest of us safe, as so many South Carolinians are done in past wars. I am humbled by their example, but proud to claim that their cause is my cause.
01/14/2008