Wednesday, November 5, 2008

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From McCain's Concession Speech:

"In a contest as long and difficult as this campaign has been, his success alone commands my respect for his ability and perseverance. But that he managed to do so by inspiring the hopes of so many millions of Americans who had once wrongly believed that they had little at stake or little influence in the election of an American president is something I deeply admire and commend him for achieving.

This is an historic election, and I recognize the special significance it has for African-Americans and for the special pride that must be theirs tonight."

Read the full text here


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4 comments:

Anonymous said...

I liked the speech too. It was apropos. Even though I didn't go for him, I do appreciate what he had to go through as a POW and all his efforts afterwards. It was very tough for him to run, no doubt.

Sra said...

The race may have gotten a little nasty at times, but after it was called, both candidates had very respectful things to say about one another, and I find that commendable.

Here's to a new beginning.

Anonymous said...

I agree with Sra. To new beginnings.

Unknown said...

Mccain's speech was good. A respectful concession.