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Tucson Veterans remember Senator John McCain

Posted at 10:16 PM, Aug 27, 2018
and last updated 2018-08-28 01:20:30-04

Veterans are remembering a man they call an American hero, Senator John McCain.

The death of the late Senator, especially hard for local Veterans because they say, McCain fought for them.  When they asked - he delivered.

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"He was a leader, a hero, and an awesome legislator. Arizona loved him and the nation loved him. He spoke his mind and I think, he will never be replaced honestly, and he was dedicated," said Vietnam Veteran, Robert Webber.

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Vietnam veteran, Ken Whitecotton, says many veterans have so much to thank the late Senator for. "we appreciate his efforts for fighting for us on the home front."