PHOENIX — Governor Katie Hobbs this week announced John McCain democracy Week.
Sunday marked the sixth anniversary of McCain’s death. Thursday would also have been McCain’s 88th birthday.
“John McCain“His courageous and steadfast defense of our democracy and freedoms at home and abroad is a shining example of what it means to be an Arizonan,” Governor Katie Hobbs said in a press release. “His legacy is woven into our state’s identity and continues to inspire Arizonans every day. I am proud to honor him with this proclamation and know his impact is deeply felt in every community across the state.”
The week promises to honor McCain’s legacy in Arizona by recognizing his fight for freedom, democracy and human rights around the world.
“I am grateful to Governor Hobbs for the recognition John and his legacy with this proclamation,” Cindy McCain said in a press release.John dedicated his life to serving America and the values of democracy, freedom and human dignity.
“Through the knowledge John McCain democracy WeekI am confident that Arizona and the world will be reminded of his dedication, his courtesy and his belief in the greatness of America.”
McCain, the 2008 Republican presidential nominee, was in his sixth term and his 31st year in the U.S. Senate when he died at age 81 after a years-long battle with brain cancer. He died on August 25, 2018, at his home in Cornville, Arizona.
Before serving in Congress for more than thirty years, McCain was a pilot in the US Navy. After being shot down in Vietnam, he was a prisoner of war for more than five years.
“As an organisation dedicated to promoting the values and heritage of the McCain Family, we are thrilled by Governor Hobbs’ proclamation recognizing John McCain democracy Week”, McCain The institute’s director, Dr. Evelyn Farkas, said in a press release: “We hope that John McCain democracy Week inspires the citizens of Arizona and all Americans to serve a cause greater than themselves, just like Senator McCain done and to continue to fight for democracy at a time when it is more vulnerable than ever.”
