On the recordJune 29, 2008
I think that Senator McCain is an honorable man. I don't think being a fighter pilot is qualification to be president.
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transcripts.cnn.comJames Carville: “I think that Senator McCain is an honorable man. I don't think being a fighter pilot is qualification to be president.”
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Carville acknowledges McCain's honor but reiterates that military service alone does not qualify someone for the presidency.
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