McCain takes the high ground and in the process, sets a trap for Obama:
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McCain says will suspend campaign to return to Washingon Thursday to help with bailout negotiations, asks that Friday debate with Obama be postponed so bailout negotiations can continue
--Reuters 2:51pm EDT
If Obama agrees, he risks being out-shadowed by McCain in the Senate, who took the initiative to get back to DC. If Obama disagrees, he risks looking like a political opportunist, who would rather score points at the debate, than make a difference as a Senator.
The camp is already getting pushback on the blogosphere -- so, what motivates McCain? Genuine concern or is this a political stunt? Maybe there will be a compromise: proceed with the debate, but discuss economic issues, rather than foreign policy?
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