John McCain actually said...

"I think encouraging those who would do harm to this country is not, ultimately, in the interest of this Nation."

"If Chuck Hagel is confirmed, it will make military conflict in the next 4 years substantially more likely."

"I was deeply troubled by his statements with regard to containment."

"Senator Hagel's judgment was wrong, continues to be wrong, and he refuses to admit that he was wrong on this issue."