McCain at War with His Own Party

Conservatives continue to distrust McCain, which is why they are looking forward to his defeat.

Published Oct. 7 2008 8:16AM EDT

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John McCain is paying the price for being the candidate of a party at war with itself. While he gambled on being able to pull off the financial rescue, the House Republicans gambled on flouting him.

Sidney Blumenthal

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McCain at War with His Own Party

Conservatives continue to distrust McCain, which is why they are looking forward to his defeat.

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Sidney Blumenthal