John McCain and Elizabeth Edwards
Fifteen years ago we were in the midst of the Presidential Primary season with a parade of candidates visiting our state. On this day I was able to see both John McCain and Elizabeth Edwards in Peterborough, NH. This is the advantage of holding the first Presidential Primary in the nation. Sadly that might became a thing of the past in 2024 if the parties change the schedule.
John McCain
John McCain received a warm welcome on the steps of the Peterborough Town Hall.
John McCain was “piped” on the stage.
Cindy McCain introduced her husband.
I didn’t share the political philosophy of Senator McCain but he was very engaging on the stump. I’m nostalgic about how civil politics were in those days. McCain even invited a protestor to speak. Nothing like that exists today.
On stage with McCain was the movie actor Wilford Brimley I missed the opportunity to speak with him about his work with Quaker Oats.
Elizabeth Edwards
Later the same day I attended a house party which featured Elizabeth Edwards who was campaigning for her husband.
Elizabeth Edwards campaigned for her husband at a house party in Peterborough, NH.
