SCHMIDT DECLARES WAR ON GRAY LADY

McCain topper calls the New York Times a "pro-Obama advocacy organization," saying they are "150% in the tank" for their rival on a media call with reporters. "It is an organization that has cast aside its journalistic integrity and tradition to advocate for the defeat of one candidate -- in this case John McCain..." Riff comes in response to article on top aide Rick Davis' former lobbying ties to Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac. Essential listening: Listen to audio of the full call here.