Yes, he put Sarah Palin on the media platform, but McCain defended future President Obama against bigots. McCain didn’t take the low road and it may have cost him a crucial election. Instead, he taught the difference between having character and being a personality.

From The Seattle Times published October 11, 2008

“I have to tell you, he is a decent person and a person that you do not have to be scared of as president of the United States,” McCain said to boos and groans from supporters.