so he accepted defeats in life more graciously and gracefully than almost anybody i've seen in public life. >> accepted defeat more graciously than i've seen some people accept victory. steve dupree, thank you so much for your time today. we appreciate and deepest condolences in the loss of your friend. >> thanks, jake. >> i spent 20 years on planes and trains and automobiles reporting on john mccain from the straight talk express to one of the last interviews. we'll look back at covering an american original next. david. what's going on? oh hey! ♪ that's it? yeah. that's it? everybody two seconds! "dear sebastian, after careful consideration of your application, it is with great pleasure that we offer our congratulations on your acceptance..." through the tuition assistance program,