When this was breaking last night I was wondering about the timing of this, since he’s got the nomination wrapped up. This seems more like an “October surprise” story. I’m thinking they see the Republicans starting to calm down and come together behind McCain(even though there are still serious differences) - Now they’re trying to stir the pot a little to keep the right uneasy.
Reports last night suggest the New York Times delayed publication of this story but their hand was forced by another magazine that was getting ready to report on the backroom negotiations that had resulted in the article being pulled in December.
So, it seems to me the important question is who is really pushing this story. If the story is being pushed by Democratic agents it is just part of the same old play book.
On the other hand, it may get very ugly if the background sources feeding the Times turn out to be individuals currently associated with a conservative agenda or candidate. As it stands now there is very little beef in the story. Someone, somewhere is pushing this and it is important to find out who it is!