John McCain 2008 Announces Ohio Veterans For McCain Leadership

March 1, 2008 -- ARLINGTON, VA -- U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential campaign today announced its Ohio Veterans for McCain Leadership team.

"John McCain has been tested in ways few others have; he showed unwavering courage, commitment to his fellow POWs, and love of country," said Ohio Veterans for McCain Chair and former POW, Colonel Tom Moe, USAF (Ret.). "John is a man of honor who has spent his life serving our great nation, I am confident, that as president, he will continue to put America's interest before his own and I am proud to support him."

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John McCain thanked the veterans, saying, "I am humbled to have the support of these brave and honorable veterans. I thank them for their service to our country, their friendship and their work on behalf of my candidacy."

OHIO VETERANS FOR MCCAIN LEADERSHIP
Colonel Tom Moe, USAF (Ret.), Vietnam POW, Ohio Veterans for McCain Chair
Major General Ed Mechenbier, USAF (Ret.), Vietnam POW
Thomas J. Ratcliff, U.S. Army (Ret.), current Veterans advocate
Captain Gene Watts, U.S. Army (Ret.), former Ohio State Senator and Bronze Star Recipient

Source: John McCain campaign