What was John McCain's central political philosophy?
I've always believed in a strong national defense and the importance of American leadership in the world. But at home, I was a conservative who believed in limited government and fiscal responsibility. That meant being tough on spending and ensuring our institutions were sound. I wrote about character being destiny, about the importance of principles guiding our actions. It wasn't about ideology for its own sake, but about how we govern ourselves, how we treat each other, and how we maintain the strength and integrity of our republic. Common sense dictates we can't spend ourselves into prosperity.
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