The latest on the candidates . . .

McCain
Loses by Not Winning Politico

Goes on Offensive Early The Washington Times

Long History for Proposal on Mortgages The New York Times

Mortgage Plan Would Bail Out Homeowners Los Angeles Times

Still Targets Pennsylvania, Ohio The New York Times

Palin Plays to Conservative Base in Florida Rallies The New York Times


Obama
Local Democratic Politicians Joining in Rally in Indy Indianapolis Star

Money from Abroad Could Total $3.3 Million Associated Press

Outspending McCain Nearly 3 to 1 on Television The Washington Post

Beating the 2004 Benchmarks Newsweek


State of the Race
In Debate, McCain and Obama Battle Mostly to a Draw Los Angeles Times

McCain, Obama Clash Chicago Tribune

Debate Tactics Reflect Shift in Contest’s Dynamics The Wall Street Journal

Economic Crisis Dominates Debate The Washington Post

Obama and McCain Clash Over Economy The New York Times

Campaign Shifts Back to Economic Crisis Politico