John McCain's Admirers See Him as a Strong Presidential Candidate

John McCain's recent visit to West Boca, part of a national book tour promoting his anthology "Character is Destiny," drew a crowd of over 200 enthusiastic supporters who see him as a strong candidate for the presidency in 2008. For many, including his admirer Tracey Pollack, McCain's courage and character, as exemplified by his experiences as a prisoner of war in Vietnam, make him a standout politician. Pollack's father, Melvin, was imprisoned alongside McCain at the infamous "Hanoi Hilton," where McCain chose to stay with his fellow POWs even after being given a ticket home. Pollack joined over 50 others in waiting hours in line to meet McCain and express her admiration for his leadership qualities and sense of duty.

Key Takeaways:

• McCain's recent visit to West Boca was part of a national book tour promoting his anthology "Character is Destiny," which highlights the attributes of leaders who have made a positive difference in the world.
• Tracey Pollack, whose father was imprisoned alongside McCain, sees McCain as a man of courage who would make a strong presidential candidate due to his experiences as a POW and his sense of duty.
• Over 200 supporters attended the book signing event, with many expressing their admiration for McCain's leadership qualities and sense of duty.
• Polls suggest that McCain would be a formidable candidate in 2008, with six out of every ten people in West Boca attending the event just to say hello, while the other four want him to run for president.
• McCain kept mum on the subject of his presidential bid, saying "I'll let you know next year" and attributing the enthusiasm to his being a well-known and respected figure.
• Despite some protests outside the bookstore regarding McCain's recent Senate bill on undocumented immigrants, the event was overwhelmingly positive, with attendees praising McCain's integrity and character.
• Lee Hinelfarb, a part-time Delray Beach resident, supports McCain due to his perceived commitment to the public's well-being and his select group of politicians who prioritize this over ulterior motives.

Statistics:

• Over 200 people attended the book signing event, including both Republicans and Democrats, veterans, and impressionable teenagers.
• Six out of every ten people attending the event came just to say hello, while the other four want McCain to run for president.
• A dozen people protested outside the bookstore, handing out booklets outlining their desire for tighter border security.
• McCain has chosen not to formally announce his bid for the presidency in 2008, saying "I'll let you know next year."

Sources:

• South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Apr. 10, West Boca
• Character is Destiny, anthology co-authored by John McCain
• Floridians for Immigration Enforcement