How Does Matt Drudge Decide What to Post?

Drudge post forces McCain and his communications director to respond with broad denials — and partial confirmation — to item about attempt to squelch in-the-works NY Times story about ethics.

Politico: McCain spoke with Times boss Keller about story.

McCain’s attorney, Washington superlawyer Bob Bennett: “What is being done to John McCain is an outrage.” Preparing answers to written Times questions.

HALPERIN’S TAKE: “During the electoral endgame, Drudge’s vast influence becomes even greater.”