[supercat]

I also know the powers that be have no interest in taking him into the general, or at least need an escape plan.

McCain has openly gone against the GOP by joining the Gang of Fourteen and in various other ways. Unless those in control of the RNC are actually enemies of the GOP (which is possible) I would think they wouldn't want McCain to take the nomination.

[ejonesie22]

The “McCain issue” is a point of big concern for many in the GOP. Many but not all unfortunately...