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John McCain

John McCain

  • Remembering John McCain, Campaign Finance Reformer

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    Late Senator John McCain (photo: Gage Skidmore)


    There are precious few genuine heroes left in public life in America. That’s why the passing of John McCain last weekend felt like such a huge loss for many of us whose lives are devoted to the practice of politics and government.

    Despite his flaws, Senator McCain leaves behind a deep and unique imprint on American history. Among his most important legislative achievements was the enactment of the most significant national campaign finance reform measure since the post-Watergate years.

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