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201855 minPG-13documentary

McCain (full documentary)

201855 minPG-13documentary

Sen. John McCain's life and legacy are explored, highlighting his time as a POW, his political career, and his pivotal 2017 health care vote.

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Channel: FRONTLINE PBS | Official

McCain (full documentary)

2018• 55 minPG-13

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Sen. John McCain's life and legacy are explored, highlighting his time as a POW, his political career, and his pivotal 2017 health care vote.

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John McCain, a prominent figure in American politics, served as a U.S. Senator for over three decades and was a two-time presidential candidate. His life was marked by resilience, from enduring five years as a prisoner of war in Vietnam to his principled stand against partisan politics, exemplified by his pivotal 2017 vote against the GOP's health care bill. This documentary examines McCain's complex legacy, highlighting his commitment to bipartisanship and his enduring impact on American political discourse.

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