McCain is a good example of what a Republican used to be: standing up for his own convictions, on their own merits, without denigrating the honor of his opponents. With so few Republicans NOT on the bandwagon for 45's insane agendas, he does shine like a white knight from time to time. Then ya take a look at some of the other votes he's done, and want to scream " NOOOO!!!"

A saving grace will be politicians who can be persuaded to vote in the best interests of constituents. McCain did this time, give him props. My own senator, Portman, has been part of some dreadful things, yet he did stand up for the Great Lakes. Gave him thanks for that well done bipartisan effort, along with some spirited condemnation of his other moves.

Finding a wedge of agreement with someone with the substance of McCain is such a good way to connect, a starting point for conversation and compromise that those with unbending agendas will never afford the opposition. Any effort toward bipartisanship is a huge step in the right direction with this administration.

Joanne in Cleveland