Sen. John McCain ' Constitution established U.S. as a ` ` Christian nation '' McCain later established government based on Judeo - Christian tradition of human rights . The Arizona Republican 's remarks came in an interview with Beliefnet , a Web site that covers religious issues and affairs . Arizona governor says comments not meant to exclude other religions . Muslim and Jewish groups critical of GOP presidential candidate 's campaign .
Sen. John McCain ' Constitution established U.S. as a ` ` Christian nation '' McCain later established government based on Judeo - Christian tradition of human rights . Arizona governor says comments not meant to exclude other religions . Muslim and Jewish groups critical of GOP presidential candidate 's campaign .