Rep. Antani Statement on the Passing of Senator John McCain

MIAMISBURG- State Representative Niraj Antani (R-Miamisburg) released the following statements about the passing of Senator John McCain:

“Senator John McCain was an American institution and hero. Whether it is his service as a war hero or in the United States Senate, Senator McCain was the epitome of American values and principles. He inspired many over the decades into a life of public service and into the Republican Party, including myself. Many have stories about what Senator McCain means to themselves personally. Mine is this:

The year was 2008. I had been politically interested for a few years, had interned for Congressman Turner, but did not yet know which party shared my beliefs. In the 2008 presidential party primaries, I watched and listened to all of the candidates. There was one who stood out, who when he spoke, I found myself agreeing with. It was Senator John McCain. I supported him in the primary and then the general election. It is because of Senator John McCain that I am a member of the Republican Party. I found myself in 2008 because Senator McCain was saying everything that I thought and believed. I love the Republican Party and I’m so grateful for Senator John McCain. I’ve had the opportunity to meet him twice; I was speechless each time. While he has grown more moderate over time, and I more conservative, he remains a personal hero of mine. I would not be where I am without Senator McCain. Thank you, Senator, for helping this young conservative find his way to his home: the Republican Party.

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire McCain family. The nation lost a giant tonight. Rest in Power, Senator John McCain.