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McCain's Unwavering Message Sustains Comeback

John McCain not only survived the early rounds of the presidential primary season but is on the verge of capturing the GOP nomination. Even when he was out of money and losing staff, the Arizona senator never lost faith.

And with wins in New Hampshire, South Carolina and Florida, he finds himself in the almost surreal position of GOP frontrunner.

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Scott Horsley
Scott Horsley is NPR's Chief Economics Correspondent. He reports on ups and downs in the national economy as well as fault lines between booming and busting communities.