Politics | John McCain McCain Clutches at Shrinking Spotlight Upcoming tour aims to rally media attention By Harry Kimball Posted Mar 30, 2008 5:00 AM CDT Copied Framed by a painting of the Iwo Jima flag raising, Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., speaks during a town hall meeting Monday, March 24, 2008, in Chula Vista, Calif. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer) John McCain is now in a race for media coverage, packing in a full slate of public events through April, Politico reports. The press corps tailing the famously accessible senator has dwindled since he sealed the Republican nomination. Though campaign aides say his Democratic contenders “would rather be us,” McCain's often news-free days aren't pulling in as many front pages. McCain will continue to weigh in on the news and issues raised in the Democratic race, but he will also highlight his service to the country in a special biographical portion of his upcoming tour. The candidate also intends to visit regions, from inner cities to rural spots, that don’t often get much attention from candidates, particularly from his own party. Read These Next Secret Service found a secret telecom network in NYC. After Robert Redford's death, new interest in a murder suspect. The latest comedian to support Jimmy Kimmel may surprise you. Jimmy Kimmel may be returning for some in the US, but not all. Report an error