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McCain Hitches Hopes to Petraeus' Star

Steadfast support of war, general may help candidate gain traction

By Wesley Oliver, Newser Staff

Posted Sep 11, 2007 1:35 PM CDT

(Newser) – John McCain’s presidential prospects may rest on his criticism of the Bush administration and his support for David Petraeus, and if the situation allows, the Arizona senator will be rewarded for his support of an unpopular war, the Politico's Roger Simon contends. McCain bemoans... Read full story »

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