[Jeff Chandler]

You do realize that this is entirely academic. McCain has so alienated the Republican base that he has no chance of running as a Republican. Besides, if he runs against Hillary, his beloved media will tear him to shreds, and he will most likely have an emotional meltdown at some point. (Mark my words, I've seen it!)

[jecIIny]

"You do realize that this is entirely academic. McCain has so alienated the Republican base that he has no chance of running as a Republican."

I would agree he has an uphill battle in the primary season. But McCain is extremely popular with the vast political center in this country. Love him or hate him, if you attack him too viciously in the primaries you run the risk of alienating the political center in the general election. And whatever else we may not agree on I have no desire to see a Marine Corps band playing Hail to the Chief for Hillary Clinton on Jan 20 2009. And we also agree on the number one issue. Ending abortion.

[sageb1]

For what it's worth, I agree.