The New York Times seconds the "Let It Bleed" theory.
In an article today on Hillary Clinton's concession, the Times notes that Barack Obama will kick off a tour on the economy in North Carolina, which hasn't gone for a Democratic presidential candidate since the bicentennial of the Declaration of Independence.
Republican strategists in the article say that Obama has also inquired about ad rates in 25 states, including North Carolina. (By contrast, George W. Bush advertised in 17 states in 2004.)
Still, the newspaper quotes unnamed sources seconding Dome's theory that North Carolina may be a feint:
Mr. Obama's aides said some states where they intend to campaign — like Georgia, Missouri, Montana and North Carolina — might ultimately be too red to turn blue. But the result of his making an effort there could force Mr. McCain to spend money or send him to campaign in what should be safe ground, rather than using the resources in states like Ohio.
It also quotes Obama campaign manager David Plouffe saying that the primary campaign left them with stronger get-out-the-vote operations in smaller Republican states where turnout could make a difference, such as Alaska.
That would presumably not include North Carolina.
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