Yesterday in Albuquerque, a college student asked presumptive Republican Presidential nominee John McCain for advice on pursuing a career in elected office.  The Senator responded with a nice blend of politics and service… our favorite!

His response, which you can also click here to read in its entirety.

First of all, obviously, get involved. The future of this country rests with you.  …

I also think that you ought to be associated either with a campaign or a cause that you believe in. I think there’s nothing more illuminating, there’s nothing more educational, and there’s nothing more beneficial than to support something that — that you believe in, in a political campaign, and watch — and watch this flawed and problem-filled process of ours go forward and the American people reach decisions and conclusions, and pick their leaders, and decide on our future.  …

The fact is that all I can say — that I believe, as president of the United States, my first job is to inspire a generation of Americans to serve a cause greater than their self-interests. And I believe that that is true of America today probably more than at anytime in the past. 

You look at the men and women in the military. You look at Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, Teach for America. You look at all of these volunteer activities that young Americans have engaged in, that it’s my job to provide them with the ability to participate.

Sounds like someone’s getting ready for the ServiceNation Summit! 

Bravo, Senator McCain…