Top officials in the American Jewish Congress expressed sorrow over the passing of US Senator John McCain.
"To lose as titanic a warrior and statesman as John McCain at any time is cause for national sorrow. As Jews and as Americans, we are filled with sadness at the loss of this implacable ally of the Jewish people and Israel who served as the epitome of American patriotism. It is our hope - and we will do all that we can to ensure - that Senator McCain's legacy of courageous, moral leadership will endure, and help light the path out of the darkness in which we now find ourselves.
Jack Rosen, President, American Jewish Congress
Dr. Munr Kazmir, Vice President, American Jewish Congress
Dr. Ben Chouake, Secretary, American Jewish Congress"