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John McCain: “It is a shame that the New York Times has lowered its standards to engage in a hit-and-run smear campaign. John McCain…”

On the recordFebruary 19, 2008
It is a shame that the New York Times has lowered its standards to engage in a hit-and-run smear campaign. John McCain has a 24-year record of serving our country with honor and integrity. He has never violated the public trust, never done favors for special interests or lobbyists, and he will not allow a smear campaign to distract from the issues at stake in this election.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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John McCain's campaign response to allegations in a New York Times article regarding his integrity.

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