WASHINGTON – Republican Senator John McCain, whose “maverick” breaks with his party won him media acclaim and powered his 2008 White House run, now rejects the moniker, according to Newsweek magazine.
The Arizona lawmaker, looking to thwart a primary challenge from a conservative Republican former congressman, played down his history of working with Democrats on issues like overhauling US immigration policy, curbing big money influence in politics, or fighting climate change.
“I never considered myself a maverick,” Newsweek quoted him as saying. “I consider myself a person who serves the people of Arizona to the best of his abilities.”
When he was running for President, he wanted to make sure everyone knew he was a Maverick and apt to go against his party and support Democrats. Now, he’s in a struggle against a true Conservative and he wants to shed the name of Maverick.
Well John, your own words are against you.
As if we needed further proof that those in power will say whatever is politically expedient at the moment. *sigh* "Which way is the wind blowing today, team?" Right out your butt, John.
Posted by: Scott | Tuesday, April 06, 2010 at 05:42