Josh Marshall over at Talking Points Memo makes a good point -- there's been a lot of saber-rattling over this story by the McCain camp, and they've threatened the NYT with legal action in the past over it (which my source confirms). So the printed story probably includes only the "safest" stuff they have, which is why it seems so padded.
The Washington Post was quick to pile on soon after the NYT piece was posted, so this thing has been percolating for a good while. We'll see if any more shoes drop.
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"I am a liberal that will vote either Clinton or Obama. That being said, I am really upset with the NYT and their tactics. This story is beyond terrible and I now have zero regard for the NYT. One thing that should not be messed with is McCain's integrity, everyone knows, even liberals, that he has high moral character. Even though I do not agree with his policies, I have a lot of respect for him."
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