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Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz talk politics. This week, Republican presidential candidate John McCain suspends his campaign—or maybe not; the nation faces economic woes; and the vice-presidential candidates enjoy an exciting week.

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McCain suspended his presidential campaign in order to return to Washington to work on the financial crisis. He then canceled an appearance on The Late Show With David Letterman but remained in New York to be interviewed by CBS Evening News anchor Katie Couric. Two days earlier he admitted he was too busy to read the bailout plan proposed by U.S. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson.

One question concerning any plan is whether it will allow judges to modify mortgages for people facing bankruptcy.

David mentions George Will's effort to show that McCain does not have a "conservative temperament."

Emily discusses Sarah Palin's interview with Couric, in which the Republican vice-presidential candidate couldn't answer a question about McCain's regulatory efforts as a senator.

CNN News anchor Campbell Brown criticized McCain for sexism and insulting behavior.

Emily chatters about a piece she co-wrote with Chris Wilson that rates executive orders issued during the Bush administration.

John mentions a Slate V video that looks at his favorite moments in debate history. He also recommends the PBS series Debating Our Destiny.