John Glenn served 23 years as a U.S. Senator from Ohio. However in his third attempt to be elected, John Glenn was criticized by Democratic challenger Howard Metzenbaum in 1974 that he had never worked for a living.

From John Glenn: A Life of Service, a production of WOSU Public Media. Watch the documentary on July 17 at 8 p.m. on WOSU TV. Learn more at http://j.mp/18KDiC8.

In a debate at the Cleveland City Club Glenn gave what is now know as "Gold Star Mothers" speech where he argued service by him and others held jobs of duty and sacrifice to their country.