Now that the Democratic race is almost over, John McCain has stopped getting a free ride. Almost overnight the attacks have begun and we will see whether his squeaky clean maverick image holds up to scrutiny. Today, the Washington Post and the UK newspaper the Guardian launched the first high profile probe into McCain’s business dealings with an article entitled, “Allegations of ranch deal threaten McCain’s clean image.” The Guardian article begins
Left to campaign under the radar as attention focuses on the Democratic race, the Republican John McCain yesterday faced renewed scrutiny of his ties to businesspeople and lobbyists during his years in the Senate.
The Washington Post reported that McCain pushed legislation through Congress for an Arizona housing development that benefited one of the senator’s main presidential fundraisers.
It was the second report this election season to raise questions about McCain’s reputation as a crusader against the influence of money in politics.
But the timing of the report could prove more critical to McCain, with Barack Obama so close to securing the Democratic nomination and eager to begin moving forward on the presidential contest.
It is wholly apparent that John McCain has gotten a free ride. Now, we can see the damage caused by the long Democratic contest for Democrats. These allegations can now take center stage.
Welcome to the campaign, John.
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