McCain's lobbyist problem spotlights unpopular crowd

With strict new ethics rules and a clearout of top aides, Republican John McCain is battling to avoid being tainted by Democrats as a Washington insider in thrall to big business.

At least five senior staffers have parted ways with McCain's White House campaign in recent days, after the Arizona senator clamped down on lobbyist activity that might pose a conflict of interest with his presidential bid. Full Story »

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by Donald Armstead - Jun. 3, 2008

Decently well written article. Takes McCain to task for projecting a maverick image while at the same time being totally Washington in everything he does. Would have liked to have seen more of the back story for McCain's anti-lobbying positions and legislation to better show what a hypocrite he is being in this.

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