Monitoring the Maverick
Journalists shouldn't allow themselves to be blinded by outdated images of John McCain.
There's no doubt that McCain has long had a good relationship with reporters. And no wonder. He gives great access. He seems to enjoy the give-and-take. He conveys an air of authenticity. And he makes for great copy. The POW saga gives him serious street cred. The post-Keating Five, born-again reformer is another good story line. Then there's the "straight talk." And -- sorry, there's no way around this -- that whole "maverick" business.
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