• I am the son and grandson of Navy admirals, and I was born into America's service. It wasn't until I was deprived of her company that I fell in love with America.

    John McCain: I am the son and grandson of Navy admirals, and I was born into America's service. It wasn't until I was deprived of her company that I fell in love with America.
    John McCain's Announcement Speech in New Hampshire, www.mccain.senate.gov. September 27, 1999.