McCain packs venue

RYE — Republican presidential candidate John McCain told a local audience that he supports continued efforts against terrorism and global climate change.

McCain made his remarks at the home of Rye resident Bill Gilmore in front of more than 100 people. After being introduced by Gilmore and Connecticut Rep. Chris Shays, McCain talked about the adoption of green technologies as a key for future generations of American citizens.

"If we adopt green technologies ... all we've done is leave our children a cleaner planet," McCain said, citing ethanol, hydrogen and nuclear power as possible alternative energy sources.

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