Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
John McCain reflects on his family's long history of military service, sharing his grandfather's poignant words to his father: 'It’s much better to die for the things you believe in and the country you love.' His family's story highlights how leadership and values are passed down through generations.
What lesson about leadership has your family instilled in you?
This clip is part of "A Democracy Minute," where we offer 1-minute videos to spark discussions on the importance of exercising democracy. Our latest installment focuses on leadership.
Educators: Access free teaching resources at our website and watch our full interview with McCain from the film John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls on YouTube now.
John McCain reflects on his family's long history of military service, sharing his grandfather's poignant words to his father: 'It’s much better to die for the things you believe in and the country you love.' His family's story highlights how leadership and values are passed down through generations.
What lesson about leadership has your family instilled in you?
This clip is part of "A Democracy Minute," where we offer 1-minute videos to spark discussions on the importance of exercising democracy. Our latest installment focuses on leadership.
Educators: Access free teaching resources at our website and watch our full interview with McCain from the film John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls on YouTube now.
