but did he do it because he thought the repeal of the Bill was wrong ? the Republicans all round and even some Democrats had strongly opposed the bill. In fact Democrats also felt that the bill was responsible for their massive losses in successive mid terms during Obama presidency. He probably did it because Donald Trump said of him that he likes people who were not caught indicating McCain had surrendered during the Vietnam war. And asked him how he managed to buy 6 houses after leaving the army. Certainly not possible on the support grant the army provides. He did to prevent President Trump from enacting a major reform or poll promise. President Trump had promised he would abolish Obamacare if voted to power. The Obamacare bill has not done much. It has brought more people under formal insurance but insurance premium have not gone down but only up.
The Republican party will never again be viewed the same way as they once were when they actually worked in bipartisan ways in order to get things done for the people. Those days are long gone.
Mitch McConnell is a heartless monster who only felt bad that his party's cruel agenda regarding the ACA ( Affordable Care Act ) failed. To take away healthcare from millions of people for political points is unconscionable without even having a backup plan.
@@topgrain and they would use some of just my favorite lines by them like “well why don’t you just get a better job” or “work harder” which I wonder if they honestly believe that (I’m not sure any right minded person can) or they just want the whole “liberal tears” thing but either way it’s one of the most unsympathetic, disgusting, dishonest, disrespectful, harmful, hateful, malicious, cruel, spiteful, malignant, vindictive, resentful, disparaging, vitriolic, disparaging, arrogant, and honestly mean you could say to someone who’s on the verge of bankruptcy over medical bills.
I am also very proud of the two republican women who stood all alone for weeks being threatened and bullied. I am concerned that this is not over yet, mcconnell is a mean street fighter. I intend to keep the pressure on my senator, the one that follows like a sheep wherever the republicans lead.
For republicans to not have a backup plan regarding healthcare and then claiming to have worked really hard in the span of eight hours over lunch shows how heartless and callous they all are except John McCain. Everyone deserves good healthcare for themselves and their families and to take that right away from them is an unconscionable and unforgivable act.
As a life long Republican and military veteran, I was so proud of McCain for going for voting what is right and against the corrupt, criminal Drumpfkenstein.
@mattmcc9455 still pay more then the entire world for health care and prescription so where does the fall to? Taxes? Alot of taxes? Eventually the middle class will once again take to brunt of this burden.
Let's not forget Collins and Murkowski put up with a lot to stand their ground, openly. While McCain's vote was a vote in the right direction it was done at the last minute.
@Big Tyler you wouldn't even know that i have high risk pregnancies which would stop an employer from giving me insurance if obamacare had been repealed. it's real stuff dude.. it's so easy to attack someone that you don't know, without all of the facts about why i would say what i did. i'll keep saying it GOOD JOB JOHN MCCAIN
@@kellyzhou9971 Why? The rules for the voters of the Supreme Court game have been pretty clear for 150 years: *9 seats, life tenure *Win presidential elections, you get to make nominations *Win Senate elections, you get to confirm or stop them *Divided government, you fight, maybe you compromise
@@taylorb7191 this is true, however the Republican Party set the legal precedent to not allow a sitting president to appoint a member of the Supreme Court right before an election. In 2014, around 8 months Obama was compelled by the Senate to withdraw his nomination. I don’t fully agree with court packing, but the Republican Party has flagrantly violated their own precedent as they rush to appoint a member of the Supreme Court a few weeks before the election, something they blocked Obama from doing months before an election.
@@santiagoberkley920 That was 2016, not 2014, and Republicans were actually following historical precedent there too. -29 times there has been a vacancy in an election year & presidents made nominations all 29 times. -19 times, the White House and Senate were controlled by the same party. 17 times the nominee was confirmed. -10 times, the White House and Senate were controlled by different parties. Only 2 times the nominee was confirmed.
That would be epic. Alternatively after this scene it could cut to McCain saying: Pence can come to my funeral. Trump no. Credits roll /watch?v=1ctul6r6Okg
actually i believe that Obama's/Biden's comments on his funeral while Trump is absent followed by Cindy McCain endorsing a democrat would be a better way to finish
Even though i respect both him and Biden and would have liked to have seen both become president. I do think it would have been quite an election if they ran against each other. Considering how interesting their political and personal relationship was.
not only would he have been great, the republican party would not be as extreme as it is now as a result, could have brought in a whole new political landscape in USA. I'm no republican either
@@jeeveso agreed. I consider myself a moderate democrat and believe if McCain were elected instead of trump in 2016, the US would be a much better place
@@harlyslamm2888 actually. Yes. He hounded him. Just for this. It’s pretty insane. So much so that McCain made his final wish to never allow Trump attend his own funeral. And Trump never did. It was that insane.
I love how Mitch played the poor me, victim card at the end. Begging for sympathy, thinking of all the extra millions he won't get in tax cuts. What a low life.
One of my happiest political moments. Whatever else you might think of them, Senators McCain, Murkowski, and Collins saved a lot of Americans' lives that night.
McConnell's fake attempt at emotion is so apparent and equally pathetic because he is only crying for himself and not the millions of people who almost lost their healthcare because of Trump, McConnell and the rest of the GOP except for Susan Collins,Lisa Murkowski and John McCain.
That was a pretty sweet moment when McCain did the thumbs up and said NO and then shot McConnell a look that I can only imagine could be interpreted as an FU!
@@mastersonogashira1796 perhaps the party trump had at mar-a- lago has positive results for Trump only the Republican party was invited,lots of billionaire friends with under age prostitutes. going around given them donations lol
Too Right! I guess that's Taxes.... Once they sort the new mess around LGBTQ in the military all over again ....it's a stuck Record with Donnie giving the platter a spin via Twitcher
I’d like to believe this is why you never where our president sir you were meant to save the American people with this one powerful vote under those extreme circumstances I am proud to have witnessed a small portion of your long amazing life.
Thank you John McCain. 3 years later I still have insurance thanks to the ACA. I am going through the system now to hopefully get an ADHD diagnosis which normally I could not afford to do. But thanks to his vote, I may finally find out why I can't stay focused on something for more than an hour or so generally and with luck become a productive member of society so I can get off the ACA. Which is what it's there for. So that way those of us working poor can still have insurance and not have our lives ruined because of one medical bill.
McCain knew his number had been called and funny how since he suddenly didn’t have to worry about reelection, he can choose to do what’s right regardless of what his party pressures him to do, he is indeed resting in peace.
I'm very sick right now and fighting to get better. In my current state of mind, seeing this again, it actually brings tears to my eyes. I have an MA. Istarted a busniess after movinfg across the coutry. I taught at a college and have written for various online platforms for living but I always wanted by own business. So I began to build one. Then, out of the blue, I got really sick with a rare autoimmune-neurological illness. Obamacare (the ACA) is hardly perfect but without it, I'd be dead, along with millions of other Americans. My undergrad degree is acually American History. What he did that day was the the greatest thing he ever did, IMO, and I am very grateful that he again showed what it is to be an American first and to be willing to cross the aisle when he thought it was the right thing to do. Thank you Senator McCain. You really truly did show again that you were a maverick that day. Trump is a fool, this is what real heroes do and what real American do.
The wild cheers of joy and relief from the big crowd gathered outside vs the arms crossed anger, and almost tearful defeat in McConnell's voice: Will he ever watch that segment and realize that he is supposed to work FOR the American people? He, Ryan and Trump have all fought like troopers to replace the ACA with a much worse and much more expensive option, in a country where 80% of the population wants some variation of a single payer system. They are supposed to be public servants, not public self servants! Every time they are defeated on this, people all over the US are cheering like crazy from their streets, town squares, coaches and wheelchairs. We hear and see you very clearly in Europe. The Republicans in Washington don't. The Tea party movement was born from a Republican outrage over Obama's determination and success in passing a bill that ensured affordable healthcare to a large part of the population that previously had none. Now it's your turn to do the same, and hopefully with even greater success. Make sure they get the message, loud and clear, in 2018. Mobilize! The 10% at the top may well have 90% of the capital in your country. But 90% of the people have 90% of the votes.
God I love watching this moment as it shows the reality of Congress. The look of failure and disappointment in Grinchy Mitch is just pure gold. I remember when this happened and so many feared that McCain was coming just to pass the bill only to pull a total Darth Vader and through Mitch into an abyss. John McCain was an American Hero and I have so much respect for him. He is responsible for saving so many people's lives during this pandemic.
They worked hard to try to take away health care . They had no replacement plan . Thank you John McCain , Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski , saving our health care . Thank you for being independents and defying your party . Rest in Peace John McCain . You were a true American Hero .
The only disappointment is the fact that McConnell's constituents are too caught up in their " conservative" bubbles to realize that they are only screwing themselves over and over again by reelecting Mitch McConnell, Some people will continue to learn their lessons the hard way based on the choices they continue to make.
@@DT-it9er McConnell was the enabler. He was a coward who put party over country and stood by while Donald wrecked the country. And then when the Senate had a chance to cut ties with Trump and disqualify him from office by voting to convict for impeachment, McConnell persuaded most of his caucus to vote no. And thus, Trump is still the albatross hanging over the Republicans necks, costing them elections.
I remember being in the US when this drama unfolded (I was in New Haven, CT, on a research trip to Yale U). A few American friends and I watched the live updates on TV at a small coffee shop outside the university. This was far more dramatic than the last Game of Thrones season. Ser John of Arizona certainly won the day.
I lived in Australia for 13 months and used their government healthcare system and it was totally fine! I loved being able to just go pick up my prescription when I needed it and just going to the doctor when I needed it, even when i didn't have the money to afford it was awesome! I think a lot of people on the right who are exaggerating the problems with government-funded healthcare have no actual experience with it! My experience was positive and I'm excited for us to have that here in the States!
Mitch almost cried while speaking just because he lost the vote, but he didn't spare a moment to care about all the people he would hurt if he had won.
We as voters regardless of political party affiliation have to do better in terms of who we vote for and why . Our votes are our voices and together they are powerful tools to help effect change in this country so that everyone has an equal opportunity to grow,thrive and be the very best we know we all can be. Our votes should be based on the issues that affect our daily lives and not because of a R or D behind the name of the candidate vying to represent us.
This honestly was one of the coolest things to see. He held so much power at this exact moment and decided the fate of many American lives. Staring at the face of the majority leader after killing the bill that they thought could have passed.
McConnell's pathetic speech after he and members of his party including trump was self serving and not genuine whatsoever after their repeated attempts to intentionally get rid of Obamacare without a replacement. Heartless and despicable doesn't even begin to scratch the surface to describe trump, McConnell and the republican party.
Poor Mitch McConnel, does he really think repealling the ACA was doing the country a favor? After 9 years of flogging a dead horse he should get over it and quit wasting our time. I can't believe he was nearly in tears! Who is he really trying to please. Will he miss getting a bonus payment from the Koch Bros.?
Senator John McCain recognized country over party on this day! Millions of Americans kept their health insurance coverage because of this. When you think about it, the real GOP died under Trump. I sincerely hope the GOP regains the respect of everyone.
Brought me to tears. A person standing up for what is right is such a moving sight these days what with all the monstrosity, madness, and hate spewing going on.
Thank you & I totally agree with your comment. I remember watching this vote live & I was so truly proud of Senator McCain that it actually brought me to tears as well...still does whenever I revisit that moment. I so wish Senator McCain was still with us because he surely wouldn't put up with the sheer insanity the GOP has been displaying for a number of years now.
McConnel's comment of "disappointing" showed the truth about him, which was to stand by the party lines that has been the line Trump has drawn. His disappointment was the victory of American people.
I miss that man (John McCain). Didn't agree with him during his presidential run but I always respected every ounce of his character, Rest in Peace you beautiful man!
And this is why, trump to this day, hates McCain. Trump wanted nothing that Obama had created that was good for us Americans. McCain loved us enough to go against his own party. One of the last GOATS for the republican party.😢.. love you John McCain..
Real bipartisanship requires both political parties to put their personal grievances, pride and egos to the side in order to be effective in giving the voters a better return on their investment for electing those who promised to work on behalf of their constituents not corporations. Bipartisanship also begins with trust and respect for differences of opinion.
A man of great conviction...His legacy still saving millions of lives today....it goes to show people genuinely enter into politics to make real differences and lasting impacts. REST WELL MY FRIEND
Say whatever you want about it, McCain passed as a hero. He knew he was passing and he could have said if I have to pass, so will you. He choose to save millions. So much respect for him.
I’ve never voted for a republican president, but I would have voted for John McCain if he was running against anybody else besides Barak! A true American hero!!!
Thank you again to all senators that put American people needs above their party!! Salute to you to late Senator John McCain.. ❤️❤️❤️ Can’t imagine today if a lots of American people have no health insurance in this pandemic 😰
This is the moment i began to have enormous respect for Mr. McCain. He saved the lives of hundreds of thousands with that thumbs down. This would also be a good moment to reflect on the use of the filibuster. Cause the ACA would be dead without McCain and without the filibuster.
Rest in peace, Senator McCain. I didn’t always agree with everything you did but you are undoubtedly an American hero. First, for your time as a military hero, and second, for showing decency at a time where it was in short supply. Rest easy, John. History will be kind to you. Thank you, John McCain, for fighting for Americans.
I love how Trump's little quip about "I like soldiers who aren't captured" comes full circle in this moment. It's so fitting that Senator McCain defeated this bill.
"I did what I think was right"
-John McCain
I have aboslute respect for him
So he didn't do it because he was Republican.. Just his guts. 👏
If only the rest of Republicans thought like that
but did he do it because he thought the repeal of the Bill was wrong ? the Republicans all round and even some Democrats had strongly opposed the bill. In fact Democrats also felt that the bill was responsible for their massive losses in successive mid terms during Obama presidency. He probably did it because Donald Trump said of him that he likes people who were not caught indicating McCain had surrendered during the Vietnam war. And asked him how he managed to buy 6 houses after leaving the army. Certainly not possible on the support grant the army provides. He did to prevent President Trump from enacting a major reform or poll promise. President Trump had promised he would abolish Obamacare if voted to power.
The Obamacare bill has not done much. It has brought more people under formal insurance but insurance premium have not gone down but only up.
Honestly I wish every political was like that
The Republican party will never again be viewed the same way as they once were when they actually worked in bipartisan ways in order to get things done for the people. Those days are long gone.
I didn’t know it at the time, but if this hadn’t happened I would be bankrupt right now. Thank you, Senator McCain.
A whole lot of people would, and the GOP would be telling you to quit whining.
For profit healthcare is intrinsically immoral. The Uk and Canada has it right.
Mitch McConnell is a heartless monster who only felt bad that his party's cruel agenda regarding the ACA ( Affordable Care Act ) failed. To take away healthcare from millions of people for political points is unconscionable without even having a backup plan.
@@topgrain and they would use some of just my favorite lines by them like “well why don’t you just get a better job” or “work harder” which I wonder if they honestly believe that (I’m not sure any right minded person can) or they just want the whole “liberal tears” thing but either way it’s one of the most unsympathetic, disgusting, dishonest, disrespectful, harmful, hateful, malicious, cruel, spiteful, malignant, vindictive, resentful, disparaging, vitriolic, disparaging, arrogant, and honestly mean you could say to someone who’s on the verge of bankruptcy over medical bills.
"We worked really hard"
By which you mean you rewrote the entirety of the US healthcare system in only eight pages over lunch.
David Birch The American Death Plan.
yeah, but it was TOTALLY hard to eat while holding a pen.
Not hard workers, fast workers!
THEIR ARROGANCE WAS THEIR DOWNFALL!
John, give it up.
So proud of John McCain. The last remnant of the old sane Republicans.
Jarrod Stewart I'm a Democrat but I have always had nothing but respect for McCain..and I'm very proud of him
Jarrod Stewart Amen 🙏🏽
Trump what do you think of War Heroes now?
I am also very proud of the two republican women who stood all alone for weeks being threatened and bullied. I am concerned that this is not over yet, mcconnell is a mean street fighter. I intend to keep the pressure on my senator, the one that follows like a sheep wherever the republicans lead.
Thank you T Mc for doing that. It's up to US, the citizens to keep our representatives on the right path.
John McCain saved millions of peoples lives when he said "No!!"
For republicans to not have a backup plan regarding healthcare and then claiming to have worked really hard in the span of eight hours over lunch shows how heartless and callous they all are except John McCain. Everyone deserves good healthcare for themselves and their families and to take that right away from them is an unconscionable and unforgivable act.
@@christopher7071 they have “concepts of a plan”
As a life long Republican and military veteran, I was so proud of McCain for going for voting what is right and against the corrupt, criminal Drumpfkenstein.
McCain knew millions of poor Americans need this and that what our republic is all about.
@mattmcc9455 still pay more then the entire world for health care and prescription so where does the fall to? Taxes? Alot of taxes? Eventually the middle class will once again take to brunt of this burden.
Let's not forget Collins and Murkowski put up with a lot to stand their ground, openly. While McCain's vote was a vote in the right direction it was done at the last minute.
Yes, high praise to Collins and Murkowski indeed. They were both actually threatened by the good old boys of the GOP but they weren't intimidated.
POTUS Trump directly threatened Alaska and Murkowski for her vote.
So much winning they're getting TIRED of winning! 😴😴
McCain thought about his vote for a long time
That's true; but there *is* a certain weight behind knowing that the success or failure of a bill depends on your vote and only your vote.
I still am OBSESSED with McCain’s vote in 2019. So much bravery, doing the right thing for the people over the party.
@Big Tyler you wouldn't even know that i have high risk pregnancies which would stop an employer from giving me insurance if obamacare had been repealed. it's real stuff dude.. it's so easy to attack someone that you don't know, without all of the facts about why i would say what i did. i'll keep saying it GOOD JOB JOHN MCCAIN
Tyler C Your spelling makes you the actual disgrace 🤷🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️😂
Tyler you’re*
@Tyler L
@Tyler Cry
This man was the last true Republican in my eyes. What an American.
I feel the same way.
A man of the people. How it always should be
don’t forget murkowski and collins
Mitt Romney and Liz Cheney aren't so bad.
This guy was a war monger
I dislike mitch McConnell. John McCain is the only Republican that Democrats actually respect. The rest are a bunch of haters.
I’m hoping we see some Democrats with the courage to vote no on packing the Supreme Court.
@@taylorb7191 And I am hoping some Republicans will have the will to vote no to confirming ACB.
@@kellyzhou9971 Why?
The rules for the voters of the Supreme Court game have been pretty clear for 150 years:
*9 seats, life tenure
*Win presidential elections, you get to make nominations
*Win Senate elections, you get to confirm or stop them
*Divided government, you fight, maybe you compromise
@@taylorb7191 this is true, however the Republican Party set the legal precedent to not allow a sitting president to appoint a member of the Supreme Court right before an election. In 2014, around 8 months Obama was compelled by the Senate to withdraw his nomination.
I don’t fully agree with court packing, but the Republican Party has flagrantly violated their own precedent as they rush to appoint a member of the Supreme Court a few weeks before the election, something they blocked Obama from doing months before an election.
@@santiagoberkley920 That was 2016, not 2014, and Republicans were actually following historical precedent there too.
-29 times there has been a vacancy in an election year & presidents made nominations all 29 times.
-19 times, the White House and Senate were controlled by the same party. 17 times the nominee was confirmed.
-10 times, the White House and Senate were controlled by different parties. Only 2 times the nominee was confirmed.
If a John McCain movie ever happens, this better be the last scene
That would be epic.
Alternatively after this scene it could cut to McCain saying: Pence can come to my funeral. Trump no. Credits roll
/watch?v=1ctul6r6Okg
@@Joekool88 Nah I prefer this, especially as Trump was trying to intimidate him
actually i believe that Obama's/Biden's comments on his funeral while Trump is absent followed by Cindy McCain endorsing a democrat would be a better way to finish
Bro all of these I pictured in my head and they are fantastic endings💀
Man I really want this movie now. Opening scene in Vietnam prison, with flashbacks to childhood and wild youth.
I wish McCain never ran against Obama and he actually ran against someone else. He would’ve been a great president
Even though i respect both him and Biden and would have liked to have seen both become president. I do think it would have been quite an election if they ran against each other. Considering how interesting their political and personal relationship was.
not only would he have been great, the republican party would not be as extreme as it is now as a result, could have brought in a whole new political landscape in USA. I'm no republican either
@@jeeveso agreed. I consider myself a moderate democrat and believe if McCain were elected instead of trump in 2016, the US would be a much better place
Rip Juice Agreed
he was too old. if he go against clinton there won't be trump
This is the most important political moment of the Trump presidency.
Is this why Trump went after McCain calling him a loser?
@@harlyslamm2888 yes
@@harlyslamm2888 actually. Yes. He hounded him. Just for this. It’s pretty insane. So much so that McCain made his final wish to never allow Trump attend his own funeral. And Trump never did. It was that insane.
Lol, just wait 2 months (Congress Riots).
That didn't age well lol
I love how Mitch played the poor me, victim card at the end. Begging for sympathy, thinking of all the extra millions he won't get in tax cuts. What a low life.
@Christopher Barrett unfortunately he won by a great deal. I think everyone in Washington should have term limits
One of my happiest political moments. Whatever else you might think of them, Senators McCain, Murkowski, and Collins saved a lot of Americans' lives that night.
I wonder what McConnell was thinking, watching John McCain, at his absolute weakest, show strength beyond Mitch's wildest dreams.
McConnell probably was crawling back in his turtle shell. I agree with conservatives on hardly anything, but McCain has my fullest respect
John McCain was like one of the only Republicans I had respected. Rest In Peace John McCain
What about Mitt Romney and Liz Cheney.
@@chadbrisco4042 well now they are compared to the others
Mitch McConnell: creates a crappy bill
John McCain: I’m about to end this man’s whole career
McConnell's fake attempt at emotion is so apparent and equally pathetic because he is only crying for himself and not the millions of people who almost lost their healthcare because of Trump, McConnell and the rest of the GOP except for Susan Collins,Lisa Murkowski and John McCain.
McCain is STILL a hero.
He was a traitor
@@markcoates8715 "I did what I think was right" so if you don't do what you think it means your a traitor
@@mashucha he was a crook as a congressman.
@@markcoates8715 because he wasn't easily swayed by his party means he's a traitor??? Lmao ok keep telling yourself that buddy
@@BigBoss1228 not for that for other things.. I'm sure it will all come out.
I'll give you a hint.
Benghazi
Watching McConnell lose is one of the high points of this month for me!
Paul Henry A grand victory for me and all the people with disability like me with sickle cell anemia
I couldn't agree more with you!
That was a pretty sweet moment when McCain did the thumbs up and said NO and then shot McConnell a look that I can only imagine could be interpreted as an FU!
McConnell do your job and do not let the president intimidate you.
Number of Republicans who are not complete sociopaths: 3.
Or realize their leader is a colossal failure... I mean com’on even republicansviters don’t like him, why is he still in office
@@mastersonogashira1796 perhaps the party trump had at mar-a- lago has positive results for Trump only the Republican party was invited,lots of billionaire friends with under age prostitutes. going around given them donations lol
Now down to 1.
Romney has his moments
I think that number is higher
Watching McConnells smile melt off. Gave me life for more years.
Thank you McCain !!
And now on to their next failure.
Too Right! I guess that's Taxes.... Once they sort the new mess around LGBTQ in the military all over again ....it's a stuck Record with Donnie giving the platter a spin via Twitcher
We're already there
This aged well .
Cry, baby McConnell, cry.
I get emotional watching John McCain vote, he did a great thing for alot of sick people in the nation.
A hugely patriotic moment for our country. RIP John McCain!
WOW... John McCain, who knew he had that sense of drama. Regardless of issue, Well Done Sir!
I’d like to believe this is why you never where our president sir you were meant to save the American people with this one powerful vote under those extreme circumstances I am proud to have witnessed a small portion of your long amazing life.
Thank you McCain, you saved millions of lives with your vote. You have my respects regardless of our diferent views. RIP
I wish Senator McCain was still with us because he'd never go for the utter madness that's occured & still going on within GOP.
The day John McCain saved America, again.
Thank you John McCain. 3 years later I still have insurance thanks to the ACA. I am going through the system now to hopefully get an ADHD diagnosis which normally I could not afford to do. But thanks to his vote, I may finally find out why I can't stay focused on something for more than an hour or so generally and with luck become a productive member of society so I can get off the ACA. Which is what it's there for. So that way those of us working poor can still have insurance and not have our lives ruined because of one medical bill.
McCain knew his number had been called and funny how since he suddenly didn’t have to worry about reelection, he can choose to do what’s right regardless of what his party pressures him to do, he is indeed resting in peace.
I'm very sick right now and fighting to get better. In my current state of mind, seeing this again, it actually brings tears to my eyes. I have an MA. Istarted a busniess after movinfg across the coutry. I taught at a college and have written for various online platforms for living but I always wanted by own business. So I began to build one. Then, out of the blue, I got really sick with a rare autoimmune-neurological illness. Obamacare (the ACA) is hardly perfect but without it, I'd be dead, along with millions of other Americans. My undergrad degree is acually American History. What he did that day was the the greatest thing he ever did, IMO, and I am very grateful that he again showed what it is to be an American first and to be willing to cross the aisle when he thought it was the right thing to do. Thank you Senator McCain. You really truly did show again that you were a maverick that day. Trump is a fool, this is what real heroes do and what real American do.
The wild cheers of joy and relief from the big crowd gathered outside vs the arms crossed anger, and almost tearful defeat in McConnell's voice: Will he ever watch that segment and realize that he is supposed to work FOR the American people? He, Ryan and Trump have all fought like troopers to replace the ACA with a much worse and much more expensive option, in a country where 80% of the population wants some variation of a single payer system. They are supposed to be public servants, not public self servants! Every time they are defeated on this, people all over the US are cheering like crazy from their streets, town squares, coaches and wheelchairs. We hear and see you very clearly in Europe. The Republicans in Washington don't. The Tea party movement was born from a Republican outrage over Obama's determination and success in passing a bill that ensured affordable healthcare to a large part of the population that previously had none. Now it's your turn to do the same, and hopefully with even greater success. Make sure they get the message, loud and clear, in 2018. Mobilize! The 10% at the top may well have 90% of the capital in your country. But 90% of the people have 90% of the votes.
God bless John McCain.
Well done Senator McCain.
God I love watching this moment as it shows the reality of Congress. The look of failure and disappointment in Grinchy Mitch is just pure gold. I remember when this happened and so many feared that McCain was coming just to pass the bill only to pull a total Darth Vader and through Mitch into an abyss. John McCain was an American Hero and I have so much respect for him. He is responsible for saving so many people's lives during this pandemic.
I come back to watch this video if I am sad. Thank you John McCain.
They worked hard to try to take away health care . They had no replacement plan . Thank you John McCain , Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski , saving our health care . Thank you for being independents and defying your party . Rest in Peace John McCain . You were a true American Hero .
The only disappointment is the fact that McConnell's constituents are too caught up in their " conservative" bubbles to realize that they are only screwing themselves over and over again by reelecting Mitch McConnell, Some people will continue to learn their lessons the hard way based on the choices they continue to make.
Everyone always acts like Trump is the sole thing wrong with the country. But honestly, I think McConnell is just as bad, if not worse.
How?
@@DT-it9er McConnell was the enabler. He was a coward who put party over country and stood by while Donald wrecked the country. And then when the Senate had a chance to cut ties with Trump and disqualify him from office by voting to convict for impeachment, McConnell persuaded most of his caucus to vote no. And thus, Trump is still the albatross hanging over the Republicans necks, costing them elections.
@@DT-it9erCause he actually knows what he's doing and he's effective to boot. The nutcases are simply too incompetent to get anything done.
I hope Americans in Georgia remember this and don't give them the senate
Hello, how are you doing? Hope you’re having a wonderful day!!
I remember being in the US when this drama unfolded (I was in New Haven, CT, on a research trip to Yale U). A few American friends and I watched the live updates on TV at a small coffee shop outside the university. This was far more dramatic than the last Game of Thrones season. Ser John of Arizona certainly won the day.
This is why I'll never say a bad word about Meghan McCain out of respect for his vote here.
Because of John McCain i still have health care that i desperately need right now. Much love
Crazy to think a simple thumbs down saved millions of americans
One of the most SAVAGE pieces of political theater in recent memory.
try to push the vote through in 2 hours? lucky the senate has more balls than the house.
I lived in Australia for 13 months and used their government healthcare system and it was totally fine! I loved being able to just go pick up my prescription when I needed it and just going to the doctor when I needed it, even when i didn't have the money to afford it was awesome! I think a lot of people on the right who are exaggerating the problems with government-funded healthcare have no actual experience with it! My experience was positive and I'm excited for us to have that here in the States!
Thank God.
Went back here after the bonkers of the Capitol Riot, ignited by the not so great GOP senators. McCain always remind me of the old good GOP!
Mitch almost cried while speaking just because he lost the vote, but he didn't spare a moment to care about all the people he would hurt if he had won.
We as voters regardless of political party affiliation have to do better in terms of who we vote for and why . Our votes are our voices and together they are powerful tools to help effect change in this country so that everyone has an equal opportunity to grow,thrive and be the very best we know we all can be. Our votes should be based on the issues that affect our daily lives and not because of a R or D behind the name of the candidate vying to represent us.
Arizona we miss our great senator John macain you were truly for the people
REST IN PEACE SIR
That’s when he became the ENEMY TO THEM BUT GOT EVERYONE RESPECT 🫡 FOREVER
One thing missing in the picture is Trump at Maralago furious throwing Kentucky fried chicken at the TV, lol
🤣🤣🤣
Imagine going into Corona in 2020 with 36million fewer people on insurance. This saved a lot of lives.
RIP John McCain! Me someone from Arizona who I had huge respect for him when he said no. Thank you!
They says that in people’s final moments , they show you who they truly are
This honestly was one of the coolest things to see. He held so much power at this exact moment and decided the fate of many American lives. Staring at the face of the majority leader after killing the bill that they thought could have passed.
thank you Sen. McCain. You will never be forgotten
"Like a Renaissance Painting!" Thanks Chris & techs for the great shot!!
McConnell's pathetic speech after he and members of his party including trump was self serving and not genuine whatsoever after their repeated attempts to intentionally get rid of Obamacare without a replacement. Heartless and despicable doesn't even begin to scratch the surface to describe trump, McConnell and the republican party.
McConnell looks like he gonna cry
He wasn't crying, he was just tired...
...of all the winning. 🤣
I wouldn't put it past him that he did. Because he was about to when he made his speech.
jtonline99 devils,cowards, and pigs.,crooks
Poor Mitch McConnel, does he really think repealling the ACA was doing the country a favor? After 9 years of flogging a dead horse he should get over it and quit wasting our time. I can't believe he was nearly in tears! Who is he really trying to please. Will he miss getting a bonus payment from the Koch Bros.?
I never thought I'd do this, but I teared up at McCain's courage in this moment.
Today we have the likes of Cruz and Hawley.
Senator John McCain recognized country over party on this day! Millions of Americans kept their health insurance coverage because of this. When you think about it, the real GOP died under Trump. I sincerely hope the GOP regains the respect of everyone.
“We worked really hard”
*has had YEARS to come up with a replacement*
girl pls
God bless McCain.
This is a true leader. Politicians should always work for the betterment of all, irrespective of their loyalties
"We worked hard !!!" Totally agree...Every thing looks daunting for a Turtle.
Brought me to tears. A person standing up for what is right is such a moving sight these days what with all the monstrosity, madness, and hate spewing going on.
Thank you & I totally agree with your comment.
I remember watching this vote live & I was so truly proud of Senator McCain that it actually brought me to tears as well...still does whenever I revisit that moment.
I so wish Senator McCain was still with us because he surely wouldn't put up with the sheer insanity the GOP has been displaying for a number of years now.
Everyone should thank Sen.McCain, he could be the reason some of us alive and haven't gone bankrupt
The way he looked at McConnell as he turned back 🤣🤣🤣 McCain you’re a legend for ever.
McConnel's comment of "disappointing" showed the truth about him, which was to stand by the party lines that has been the line Trump has drawn. His disappointment was the victory of American people.
And now, John Mccain has his last laugh
If the certification of Arizona's votes has a notes section, it should read "Senator McCain sends his regards"
I miss that man (John McCain). Didn't agree with him during his presidential run but I always respected every ounce of his character, Rest in Peace you beautiful man!
John McCain was a modern day Cicero. I might not have agreed with him on everything, but he loved his country.
Oh man, seeing Mitch McConnell “disappointed” really is just... Just perfect. Proper. All is as it should be.
And this is why, trump to this day, hates McCain. Trump wanted nothing that Obama had created that was good for us Americans. McCain loved us enough to go against his own party. One of the last GOATS for the republican party.😢.. love you John McCain..
You can't deny McCain was a man of Honor
One word HERO.
This moment never gets old...
Really touching. Makes my eyes teary.
Start working hard by working together.
Real bipartisanship requires both political parties to put their personal grievances, pride and egos to the side in order to be effective in giving the voters a better return on their investment for electing those who promised to work on behalf of their constituents not corporations. Bipartisanship also begins with trust and respect for differences of opinion.
OMG What a good feeling. There is HOPE IN POLITICS. WHAT A GREAT VIDEO. AMEN
Ahhh the sound of 49 hearts breaking 💔 is wonderful
Fat jokes aren't nice. You could just refer to him as one person instead of someone with 49 hearts
A man of great conviction...His legacy still saving millions of lives today....it goes to show people genuinely enter into politics to make real differences and lasting impacts. REST WELL MY FRIEND
Say whatever you want about it, McCain passed as a hero. He knew he was passing and he could have said if I have to pass, so will you. He choose to save millions. So much respect for him.
I’ve never voted for a republican president, but I would have voted for John McCain if he was running against anybody else besides Barak! A true American hero!!!
Thank you again to all senators that put American people needs above their party!! Salute to you to late Senator John McCain.. ❤️❤️❤️ Can’t imagine today if a lots of American people have no health insurance in this pandemic 😰
Hello, how are you doing? Hope you’re having a wonderful day!!
It still makes me cry
I love these recaps. politics has never been so exciting and dramatic.
This is the moment i began to have enormous respect for Mr. McCain. He saved the lives of hundreds of thousands with that thumbs down.
This would also be a good moment to reflect on the use of the filibuster. Cause the ACA would be dead without McCain and without the filibuster.
The filibuster wasn't used here. It was a reconciliation bill that was on the floor for a vote.
John McCain's (may your soul rest in peace) greatest moment in US politics
A True Patriot, John McCain!!
If they ever built a new Mt Rushmore. McCain should be in it.
An absolute Chad of a man. May John McCain rest in peace. 🕊️
Obamacare is not perfect, but a lot of people's life's depend on it and senator McCains vote probably saved many of their lives. RIP Mr senator
Rest in peace, Senator McCain. I didn’t always agree with everything you did but you are undoubtedly an American hero. First, for your time as a military hero, and second, for showing decency at a time where it was in short supply.
Rest easy, John. History will be kind to you. Thank you, John McCain, for fighting for Americans.
I love how Trump's little quip about "I like soldiers who aren't captured" comes full circle in this moment. It's so fitting that Senator McCain defeated this bill.
Americas political system is a joke! How can anything of this importance be allowed to be decided within TWO HOURS?????!!!!