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McCain Polls on Pro-Choice Veep

McCain’s team is polling big shots, even radio hosts, on their reaction to a pro-choice running mate.

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Ken Walsh (Charlie Archambault for USN&WR)

Having covered the White House for U.S. News full time since 1986, Ken Walsh brings perspective and insight to his magazine column.

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