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201855 minPGdocumentary

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McCain

201855 minPGdocumentary

5.5/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

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Five years as a prisoner of war in Vietnam shaped John McCain's political beliefs and his contentious relationship with the Republican Party.

Political Systems Historical Figures

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Politics,

Biography

Director

Michael Kirk

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Synopsis

Five years as a prisoner of war in Vietnam shaped John McCain's political beliefs and his contentious relationship with the Republican Party.

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Synopsis

John McCain's time as a prisoner of war in Vietnam shaped his political beliefs and actions throughout his career. The documentary details key moments, including his controversial choice of Sarah Palin as a running mate during the 2008 presidential election. It also covers McCain's significant vote against the Republican Party's health care bill, reflecting his commitment to his principles. Archival footage and interviews with McCain and others provide context for his complex relationship with President Donald Trump and the GOP.

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Why Watch

See McCain's complex ties with Trump and the GOP.
Find out why McCain chose Sarah Palin in 2008.
Watch McCain's principled vote against the health care bill.

Did You Know

John McCain was a prisoner of war in Vietnam, influencing his political views.
Sarah Palin was selected as McCain's running mate in the 2008 election.
McCain voted against the GOP's health care bill, prioritizing principles over party.

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American political historyVietnam WarRepublican Party dynamics

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John McCain voted against the GOP's health care bill, demonstrating his commitment to his principles over party loyalty.

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