I predict a lot of the press will talk about how McCain turned away from being the straight talking man he was in 2000. I agree with their sentiments. Here is a listing of enjoyable articles that I have found:
Esquire - Requiem for a Maverick: How McCain Lost Himself Before He Lost the Election
I also like the kind of embedded gonzo journalism that produces somewhat hagiographic stories. I can deal with the bias; presidential candidates are people too.
Campaign gossip is also fun to read.
Newsweek - Highlights of the Special Election Project
Newsweek - Special Election Project 1/7, How He Did It
Newsweek - Special Election Project 2/7, Back From The Dead
Newsweek - Special Election Project 3/7, The Long Siege
Newsweek - Special Election Project 4/7, Going Into Battle
Newsweek - Special Election Project 5/7, Center Stage
QUOTE: "'Let's go see Herman!' Lieberman piped up. 'Yes!' exclaimed McCain. The two began planning a road trip out to Wouk's California home. 'We can shake the money tree,' McCain cackled"
Newsweek - Special Election Project 6/7, The Great Debates
Newsweek - Special Election Project 7/7, The Final Days
I'm also amazed that other people care so much about our elections.
AP - Suddenly, It may be cool to be American again
As always, the Economist is good reading
I'm amazed of people's celebrations too.