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GOP in Shock Over McCain's Campaign

Doubters point to resignations, poorly organized team

By Dustin Lushing, Newser Staff

Posted May 25, 2008 6:46 PM CDT

(Newser) – GOP leaders fear that John McCain's campaign has hit the skids, the New York Times reports. A flurry of staff resignations, a hobbled national crew, and doubts about McCain's ability to capitalize on Democrats' troubles all add to the mix. Not to mention that McCain's... Read full story »

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