The latest on the candidates . . .

McCain

Pauses Campaign

The Boston Globe

Selfless or Reckless? Gambles On Voters’ Verdict

The Washington Post

First Debate Up in Air

The New York Times

Seeking a Boost, Changes the Game

USA Today

Steps Up in Maverick Style

The Washington Times

Obama

Economic Woes Help Give a Slight Lead over John McCain in Poll

Los Angeles Times

Opens Lead Over McCain as Voters Sharpen Focus on Economy

Bloomberg

Moving into Electoral Lead

Politico

Biden: McCain Would Deepen US ‘Hole’

The Boston Globe

State of the Race

Obama and McCain Will Join Bailout Talks

Los Angeles Times

For the Nominees, New Roles and New Risks

The New York Times

Financial Crisis Upends Campaign

The Wall Street Journal

Candidates Bicker: Debate or Wait?

Chicago Tribune

First Debate’s Fate Unclear As Obama Resists McCain’s Call to Postpone

The Washington Post

Financial Crisis Has Little Sway in Presidential Poll

The Wall Street Journal