Obama, McCain Share “Productive Conversation”

The former rivals issue a joint statement following their meeting at Obama's Chicago transition office. "We hope to work together in the days and months ahead on critical challenges...." Read the full statement here. Before the meeting, Obama says they'll discuss "how we can do some work together to fix up the country."  Asked whether he'll help Obama with his administration, McCain responds, "Obviously.” Read pool reports here and here. Watch video of brief remarks above. They're also joined by future chief of staff Emanuel and McCain ally Sen. Graham. Read release here. Read about their meeting in WSJ, the Washington Post, Politico and the New York Times.