July 2, 2007
Posted: 12:49 PM ET

Some 50 staffers or more are being let go, according to the Associated Press.

WASHINGTON (AP) — John McCain's campaign, trailing top Republican rivals in money and polls, is undergoing a significant
reorganization with staff cuts in every department, officials with knowledge of the shake-up said Monday.

Some 50 staffers or more are being let go, and senior aides will be subject to pay cuts as the Arizona senator's campaign bows to
the reality of six months of subpar fundraising, these officials said.

They spoke on the condition of anonymity because the plans have not been made public. An afternoon conference call was scheduled to announce the results of second-quarter fundraising.

Once considered the front-runner for the GOP nomination, McCain came in third in the money chase behind Mitt Romney and Rudy Giuliani, raising $13.6 million in the first three months of the year. He is struggling to reach that total in the second financial quarter.

Officials said the fundamental leadership of the campaign will not change; Terry Nelson, a veteran of President Bush's winning 2004 campaign, will remain campaign manager but may volunteer his time instead of drawing a salary.

Nelson declined to comment, and Brian Jones, the campaign's communications director, did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

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Mike, Corpus Christi Texas   July 2nd, 2007 4:39 pm ET

Of course I have respect for John McCain as a Naval aviator in Vietnam, Silver Star and Purple Heart recipient, and a prisoner of war. That same respect goes for John Kerry as well.

As to the issues for which he stands for now in current day politics, "pro Iraq war," "pro open borders," I couldn't disagree with him more.

If someone mentioned 'disrespect' for John McCain, it wasn't me. But I'll respectfully disagree with you. He is not the right person to become president.

James Atlanta, GA   July 2nd, 2007 3:28 pm ET

You can show respect for the man and still greatly differ with his positions. Say what you want about him, I still respect him. He is exactly what I want in a leader, a man that will stand by his convictions and not shirk from them. That quality, like it or not, is leadership. While I would not vote for him due to his stances on the issues, I am grateful that there is a Sen. McCain in Congress.

Mike, Corpus Christi Texas   July 2nd, 2007 3:11 pm ET

The shake up in his staff won't help him a bit. McCain is his own worst enemy. He's a has been…….>

Paul   July 2nd, 2007 2:42 pm ET

He'd meet his fund-raising goals if he got $1 from everybody he tried to give amnesty.

Matt Houston, Texas   July 2nd, 2007 1:45 pm ET

I have a good shakeup idea…realize that your ideas are bad, you have little support, and step out of the race with some dignity before you get embarassed later on.

When all your legislation is getting overturned or just flat denied, that should be a pretty good realization that people dont like your ideas and dont want you around.

warpmine, Yotk, PA   July 2nd, 2007 1:25 pm ET

If took responsibility for his actions, he would terminate himself. The kook just can't fathom that it is his political views that are unacceptable to the Republican base

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