These Rove-like tactics worked in 2000 and 2004 presidential elections.
However, the Obama campaign responds quickly and professionally. Here is a 13-minute documentary about why John McCain's failed philosophy and poor judgment are a recipe for deepening the crisis.
Take a moment to check it out:
John McCain displayed his poor judgement on matters related to the economy with the Keating Five scandal. We can't afford a do-over.