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John McCain Stars as The Entertainer: Congressional Hits and Misses

By Thomas McKinless
Posted August 31, 2018 at 1:00pm

By Thomas McKinless

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Of all the things Sen. John McCain will be remembered for, his sense of humor tops. From cajoling reporters to performing on Saturday Night Live, the longtime senator brought laughter to his years of public service.

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