IMO that is going too far. I detest many of McCain’s policies, attitudes and decisions, and I understand many are sore at him for rapproachment with Vietnam without being tougher on POW/MIA issues. I really do. But his during-the-war serice was very admirable, and I can’t call him a Ho Chi Minh “collaborator.”
He has admitted it in his own book. Many Vietnam Vets tell of favors and special treatment for McCain. This whole "war hero" thing is largely made up. His entire military career is one of undeserved commands and promotions. How many planes did he crash before he was "shot down"?