Similarities between Ike and McCain?   A few problems. McCain didn't lead the US to victory in war. You might note it's actually the victorious generals who may win elections--and they don't always win--see Winfield Scott.

And there was a great dissatisfaction with Truman in 1952--a mood to throw the administration's party out. Funny thing, there is that same mood now--not exactly boding well for McCain. Especially as it becomes obvious that his prescription for economic ills is tax cuts, and a bit of retraining. It seems likely the electorate will want more than McCain's base will ever allow him to offer.

But, by all means, Rig, if you have some actual evidence--for the first time ever-- please share it. And if you mean McCain's status as a war hero, that will play considerably better against Hillary--still burdened with the 60s-- (and the 90's) partly through her own stupidity--e.g. Woodstock museum---than it ever will with Obama.