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'Maverick' Nominee, But Still Same GOP: Even though John McCain clinched the presidential nomination without winning a plurality of conservatives or self-identified Republicans in key states, most party leaders doubt that fundamental change is afoot.

No Simple Answer On Military Force: Throughout John McCain's career, the former Navy pilot has been difficult to pigeonhole on the crucial question of when to deploy U.S. forces.

The Economics of John McCain: Organizing much of his campaign around gas prices has forced McCain into a series of indefensible economic positions.

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