McCain and his aides believe the pocketbook approach can connect with voters -- and, in turn, suggest that Obama wants people to pay more for gas, food and heating.
The list of potential running mates is believed to be down to four names: Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine, Biden of Delaware, Indiana Sen. Evan Bayh and Sebelius.
Politics is put to choreography, each song chosen for certain effect, each sign - even the crude, seemingly spontaneous ones - part of a script. What's the point?