Truemors
The old cliche, "Never judge a book by its cover," should be changed to, "Never judge a candidate by his rhetoric." Political rhetoric is nothing more than a PC term for hogwash. Senator McCain's campaign showcases him as experienced in foreign affairs, a Vietnam veteran, a former POW, a true supporter of our nation's armed forces.
How stupid does he think we really are? Wait, never mind. He's pretty much already answered that question. This brings to mind another old cliche, "Actions speak louder than words." Yes, they do; and his Congressional voting record speaks volumes. Too bad his actions contradict his campaign verbiage. So, when he's telling you what you want to hear, check into the things that aren't being said, like how he's voted on issues concerning our military and its members. And, without further ado, here is his record:
MILITARY
6/22/06 S Amdt 4442 to S 2766
To require the redeployment of United States Armed Forces from Iraq in order to further a political solution in Iraq, encourage the people of Iraq to provide for their own security, and achieve victory in the war on terror.
Voted: NO
9/06/06 S Amdt 4882 to HR 5631
To protect civilian lives from unexploded cluster munitions
Voted: NO
3/15/07 S.J. Res. 9
A joint resolution to revise United States policy on Iraq.
Voted: DID NOT VOTE
3/27/07 S Amdt 643 to HR 1591
To strike language that would tie the hands of the Commander-in-Chief by imposing an arbitrary timetable for the withdrawal of U.S. forces from Iraq, thereby undermining the position of American Armed Forces and jeopardizing the successful conclusion of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Voted: YES
7/18/07 S Amdt 2087 to S Amdt 2011 to HR 1585
To provide for a reduction and transition of United States forces in Iraq.
Voted: NO
9/21/07 S Amdt 2898 to S Amdt 2011 to HR 1585
To provide for a reduction and transition of United States forces in Iraq.
Voted: NO
9/19/07 S Amdt 2909 to S Amdt 2011 to HR 1585
To specify minimum periods between deployment of units and members of the Armed Forces deployed for Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.
Voted: NO
12/18/07 S Amdt 3875 to S Amdt 3874 to HR 2764
To provide for the safe redeployment of United States troops from Iraq.
Voted: NO
VETERANS
10/5/05 S Amdt 1937 to HR 2863
To ensure that future funding for health care for former members of the Armed Forces takes into account changes in population and inflation.
Voted: NO
11/17/05 S Amdt 2634 to S 2020
To provide an additional $500,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2006 through 2010, to be used for readjustment counseling, related mental health services, and treatment and rehabilitative services for veterans with mental illness, post-traumatic stress disorder, or substance use disorder.
Voted: NO
2/2/06 S Amdt 2735 to S Amdt 2707 to HR 4297
To support the health needs of our veterans and military personnel and reduce the deficit by making tax rates fairer for all Americans.
Voted: NO
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