McCain's temper flares during pretty tame TIME interview

America Blog  Aug 28 08

As you know, McCain is now afraid to speak to the media. He used to talk to reporters all the time, up until a few months ago. It was the hallmark of his "maverick" status. But now, suddenly, John McCain and his campaign are deathly afraid of the candidate actually speaking with reporters. Why? Not clear. But it's a marked change from the McCain we knew just a year ago, let alone the McCain who ran for president in 2008. It's one more sign that something has changed. McCain is not the same man he was eight years ago, let alone one year ago. What happened? Here's an excerpt of TIME's interview: There's a theme that recurs in your books and your speeches, both about putting country first but also about honor. Full story...

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