This was the plan all along. Build him up, get the nomination, then destroy him for either Obama or Hillary. They were NEVER going to support a Republican.
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As predicted by many Freepers here weeks, months and years ago.
The Dem/Msinstream Media plan is working to perfection. Spend years pushing McCain as the “maverick, centrist Republican who can win.” Split the Republican party, marginalize conservatives and talk radio. Once McCain is nominated, turn on him, brainwash the moderates who secured the nomination for McCain into voting for Hillobama.
The conservative movement crushed; Liberal Democrat is president. Nirvana.
Added: The RHINOs fell for it, too. The MSM has convinced them the country has moved so far left only a moderate can be elected.
Meanwhile, the Democrats are energized, running two of the most liberal senators.