Where Did McCain Get What He's Got "in the Bank" with the Press?

Off the Bus, Huffington Post by Jay Rosen | Mar. 28, 2008 (News Analysis)

First came John McCain's strange assertion that Al Qaeda in Iraq was being trained and supported by the Iranians.

Next he backed off the claim after Joe Lieberman whispered something in his ear. "I'm sorry, the Iranians are training extremists, not Al Qaeda," he said.

Then on Meet the Press, NBC's political director, Chuck Todd, explained why this slip wouldn't hurt him with the press corps : "Even if he gets dinged on the experience ... Full Story »

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Roland F. Hirsch
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 by Roland F. Hirsch - Oct. 1, 2008

This opinion piece has minimal journalistic merit. Much of it is comprised of quotes from other publications. Its main premise is not supported by any facts. Indeed, Senator McCain was absolutely correct about Iran supporting Al Queda. Hundreds of thousands of arms and munitions from Iran have been captured in Iraq. And when is it wrong for politicians to talk with reporters? The enitre premise of the article does not make any sense.

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