McCain "Hopeful" about Attending Friday's Debate

John McCain told Charlie Gibson that he was hopeful about making the debate, but was non-committal. This latest news might not make it easier:

Carl Cameron of Fox News reports that from the McCain campaign perspective there is "nothing even close to a deal." Cameron said the mood on the Hill has turned remarkably "sour" and that it appears at the moment that the Paulson plan may be "all but dead."

If there is a debate, I will be joining the New Conservative and Bill Dupray at Dupray's great site, The Patriot Room, for a live-blog. Hopefully we will see you there.