An American expression of grace and humility: McCain shows true class

Published by Professor Les November 4th, 2008 in Salt Lake City, Community Dialogue, Politics, Communication, Current Events. Tags: exit polls and 2008 election, Salt Lake City, the selective echo blog and presidential election.

“Whatever our differences, we are fellow Americans, and believe me when I say that no association has ever meant more to me than that.”

John McCain’s concession speech was a model of grace, humility, and class. It echoed clearly above the ugly boos of the partisan crowd in front. CBS News had this from Robert Gibb President-elect Obama’s spokesman:

“Senator Obama thanked Senator McCain for his graciousness and said he had waged a tough race. Senator Obama told Senator McCain he was consistently someone who has showed class and honor during this campaign as he has during his entire life in public service.

“Senator Obama said he was eager to sit down and talk about how the two of them can work together - Obama said to move this country forward ‘I need your help, you’re a leader on so many important issues.’”

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