African-American leaders sent condolences to the family of Sen. John McCain, who leaves a mixed legacy with the Black community.
McCain succumbed on Saturday to his battle against brain cancer. The lawmaker and Vietnam War hero, who ran twice for U.S. president, died at his home in Arizona at age 81.
“Today we not only lost a war hero and savvy politician but a man that always put true American values before himself. He was often open to dialogue and conversation about some of this country’s most controversial issues, and he will forever be remembered for his fighting spirit,” NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson said. “We send our condolences to the McCain family and the constituents he proudly served in Arizona for 33 years.”
President Barack Obama, who ran for president in 2008 against McCain, tweeted this message:
Our statement on the passing of Senator John McCain:
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 26, 2018
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