The AP, amongst others, is trying to drum up a story about John McCain and his temper.
A New York Times reporter attempted to ask John McCain questions about his conversation with John Kerry re: the possibility of being his VP for the 2004 election. From what I can see, the reporter was trying to do a “got ‘cha” over some dates.
I’m no John McCain acolyte. I’ve watched this, I’ve listened to it without the video and I’ve read the transcript. Maybe there is a story here, I don’t know. But if the reporter isn’t able to frame the question in a way other than “let me try and trip you over dates,” she needs to find another occupation. Other than another attempt to create a front page piece over nothing, I don’t see any HERE, HERE. I’ve seen more pointed responses in church meetings.
I think this is one time I’m glad McCain doesn’t suffer fools gladly!
Guess McCain is learning how to deal with a hostile press.
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