The group nears and enters an outdoor market, the vicinity of which has been thoroughly scanned for possible threats. Soldiers fan out throughout the area. Smiling, McCain approaches a rug seller.
McCain: Hiya partner, I'm John McCain from the United States of America. How's business?
Translator: (in Arabic) This guy is an American senator. Smile and shake his hand or you'll be killed.
Shopkeeper #1: (in Arabic) Wonderful. Can we make this quick? I'm trying to sell some rugs here, because your stupid war has made the money I had saved completely worthless, and I lost my job as an engineer. Generally. My life has gone to hell.
Translator: He says it's an honor to meet you, sir.
Much, much more!
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