Agenda: Seeking McCain's counsel

The New York Times writes, “Over the last three months, Mr. Obama has quietly consulted Mr. McCain about many of the new administration’s potential nominees to top national security jobs and about other issues -- in one case relaying back a contender’s answers to questions Mr. McCain had suggested.” More: “For Mr. Obama, cooperation with his defeated opponent could also provide a useful ally in the Senate, where Mr. McCain has parlayed his national popularity and go-his-own-way reputation into...( read more ) (link)