Kaptur statement on Senator John McCain’s cancer diagnosis

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement:

"Our hearts and prayers go out to Senator John McCain and his dear family at this time of tribulation. His lifetime of patriotic service to our nation is truly admirable and rock solid. Like his acerbic wit, his life forms our national character.

"As he faces this battle, he lifts our nation in his typical‎ fashion – with courage and soulful confirmation to his countrymen. We stand tall with Senator McCain, drawing our strength from his battle tested heroism."