John McCain actually said...

Our adversaries will not do what we ask of them out of the goodness of their hearts or of--out of concern for our interests or the suffering of others. They must be compelled, and that requires power.

Context

McCain argues that power is necessary to compel adversaries in international relations.

09/21/2016

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