Ensure Strong Defense. Restore Public's Trust

John McCain, in the Des Moines Register, gives us a look at what his Presidency would be about:

I believe our nation's best days are ahead and remain committed to an America with a strong national defense; a smaller, more accountable government; a robust economy with abundant opportunity for all who seek it; and a nation of traditional values that protects the rights of the unborn and the traditional family.

As president and commander in chief, I will protect the security of this great nation from all enemies. Today, we confront a titanic struggle against Islamic extremism that will not be won quickly or easily. But we will win it. While our ultimate victory is not in doubt, the length and intensity of this struggle remain to be determined. It is up to us and our determination for victory.

I, too, look forward to bringing our troops home, but I know that we must bring them home in victory and with honor. We must recognize that our enemies are in this fight to win. Be assured that I would employ all instruments of national power - military, intelligence, law enforcement, economic and political - to defeat them.

At home, Americans have lost trust in their government. The ambition of my presidency will be to restore that trust. I will fight to ensure a political process worthy of the sacrifices that have been made by so many to keep us free and proud and will see to it that the institutions of self-government are respected pillars of democracy.

You can read the full article here. Also, John hasn't written off Iowa, despite rumors to the contrary.