Former President Barack Obama contrasted the character of former President Donald Trump with that of the late Sen. John McCain during a rally at the University of Arizona. Obama praised McCain for his values, honesty, and willingness to listen to others, contrasting this with what he sees as Trump’s lack of respect for those values. Obama also commended McCain for defending him during the 2008 election when a voter made derogatory remarks. Trump, on the other hand, had criticized McCain’s war hero status during his own campaign, creating a rift within the Republican Party in Arizona. Obama and Vice President Kamala Harris have been appealing to this faction of the party, recognizing McCain’s contributions, such as his historic vote to save the Affordable Care Act. The contrast between McCain and Trump’s behavior, particularly regarding the ACA, has led to a newfound appreciation for McCain’s legacy among some Republicans in Arizona. Obama’s comments at the rally underscored the importance of values like honesty, integrity, and respect for opponents in politics, qualities he believed McCain embodied.
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Obama Draws Contrasts Between John McCain and Trump at Arizona Rally
