The New ‘Cold’ War:
McCain’s New Frosty Demeanor
By Dillon MacRae | Posted Thursday, October 2, 2008, 9:21 am
Photo: Photo MojoAnyone who wears their emotions on their sleeves has no business pursuing a career in politics. Few professions demand as much grin-and-bear-it schmoozing with historically hostile colleagues, media and even entire audiences.
Mysteriously however, even after spending a quarter of a century in Congress, Sen. John McCain still has yet to master that simple art. His body language last night when his Democratic opponent made a friendly approach on the Senate floor — just as it had during last week’s debate — made it clear that a new cold war is under way.
Congressional Quarterly Politics and the New York Times describe the chilly encounter.
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