Worth 1,000: John & Cindy McCain on the Trail

This New York Times picture is a little dated - January 28 - but is notable for the photographer’s style and for the political symbolism.

Look at the way the posture of John McCain and Cindy McCain contrasts with the more intense press secretary / staffer giving the Arizona senator his daily update. Love him or not, McCain is renowned for his relaxed, easy-going style, which this Stephen Crowley photo illustrates.

John & Cindy McCain

It’s also appropriate how John McCain is seen walking right along the line - of a TV cord, presumably - which runs down the middle of the photo.

A candidate thought to be too centrist by many members of his own party, it will be interesting to see if the presumptive GOP nominee continues to walk that fine line - which makes him popular with moderates and independents - or whether he crosses it in an attempt to woo conservatives.

 

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