John McCain Died, But America May Have Been Reborn

Can a new, improved America be born in the midst of its funeral?

Martie Sirois
Sep 3, 2018 · 11 min read
Photo by Anthony Garand on Unsplash

Along with many Americans, on Saturday I watched the nationally televised funeral for John McCain. And also, I believe, I watched a funeral for the loss of American ideals, as well as a rallying cry for our nation. No, John McCain was not a perfect man, and many people…

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Martie Sirois

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social/political commentary writer, heard on NPR; “Tell Me Everything” w/John Fugelsang; featured contributor for HuffPost & others. Mom of 3, trans advocate.

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