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Thompson: '08 Candidacy Not Expected in August
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ABC News' Christine Byun Reports: Appearing at the top of Fox News' "Hannity and Colmes", still-unannounced GOP presidential contender Fred Thompson said he will probably not announce his presidential candidacy in August, explaining it's "kind of a down month - not much going on" but urged supporters to "keep their powder dry."
He acknowledged that "it takes awhile" for a political organization to come together, but did not mention (and was not asked) about recent staffing changes.
Of recent media speculation about his experience as a trial lawyer and attention to his wife, Thompson said the reports are surfacing because he is "not playing by their rules" by going at his "own pace" waiting to officially announce his intention to seek the Republican nomination.
He also took the opportunity to comment on the back-and-forth between Senator Hillary Clinton and Senator Barack Obama by putting both down. He specifically needled Clinton describing her as appealing to a base that is "more and more left."
Thompson said: "Everybody is kind of scrambling to go off that left-wing cliff, and she's trying to make sure no one gets to the left of her." He added that the did not think Clinton's strategy was going to help her win the general election. When Hannity asked him about his potential Republican opponents, Thompson declined to specifically talk about their differences, saying "it's extremely important that we come out unified after this election."
July 26, 2007 in Thompson, Fred | Permalink | User Comments (12)
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Fred Thompson is not really a presidential candidate, but he plays one on TV. Fred is here to sell "Corny Flakes". "Corny Flakes are downright good. Yum, yummmmm", says Fred. "A breakfast with Corny Flakes, milk, and a glass of orange juice is downright presidential", Fred adds. "I want you to eat Corny Flakes", says presidential Fred.
Posted by: Sean O'Brien | Jul 27, 2007 12:17:03 PM
Thompson is against Amnesty and is strongly for enforcement of our borders, including enforcing existing laws that are on the books and allowing local communities to pass and enforce further laws against illegal immigration.
This is in sharp contrast to McCain and Giuliani and Brownback who are for amnesty and against enforcement. Giuliani turned NY into a "santuary city" where illegal aliens were basically exempt from prosecution. He'd do the same thing to the whole country if he were President.
So I'm open to Thompson for President no matter when he officially enters the race, and I'm also open to a few others (certainly not McCain or Giuliani or Brownback).
Posted by: Jhopolong | Jul 27, 2007 3:03:54 PM
Fred is a complete joke! This guy shows zero leadership in holding out. He is just as plastic as his 18 year old trophy wife.
Posted by: Micah | Jul 27, 2007 3:10:43 PM
The 18 year old trophy wife... who's in her 40's... yes...
Posted by: Stoic Patriot | Jul 27, 2007 5:47:50 PM
Fred is upgrading,don't panic.The ones with negative talk just hope.Always the doom and gloomers.
Posted by: Will | Jul 28, 2007 7:17:12 AM
Hillary took 15-20 years to prepare for her run for president. McCain and the rest took several years as well. Give Fred a few more days.
Posted by: Royce | Jul 28, 2007 12:12:26 PM
Ms. Thompson is a little older than 18 and a very successful woman in her own right. Do I detect a little jealousy in some of your posts? Tumbleweedin, Dr. Paul might not win the primary. Had you rather have Thompson or Hillary? Think about your second choice, not just your first.
Posted by: Royce | Jul 28, 2007 12:24:46 PM
What I like best about Thompson is that he's the one person who is most likely to keep Giuliani or McCain from getting the nomination. Giuliani and McCain both would be disastrous nominees. Giuliani and McCain both are pro amnesty for illegal immigrants. Thompson is not. He is strongly in favor of border enforcement, and is strongly in favor of enforcing existing laws on immigration, and is strongly in favor of local communities being able to pass and enforce their own laws dealing with immigration.
That is a very good start.
Of course, Ron Paul ran a 9.7 second 100 yard dash in high school. I will always be impressed with the guy just for that. But, hey, even with that kind of speed, I don't see him winning this race.
Posted by: Jhopolong | Jul 28, 2007 4:13:38 PM
do we really need another reagan, i thought not. this country is to far in the ------
Posted by: william fearn | Jul 28, 2007 4:14:23 PM
Attention fellow republicans; if we nominate this do nothing wind-bag, get used to hearing the phrase "President Clinton" for at least 4 years. Is he our "Obama" ? Another "pretty face" with no substantive accomplishments and minimal experience ? He only draws support from the far right, his status amongst moderates is weak and his popularity among women is shockingly low.
In trial polls, Hillary handily "whups" him, as he would say, (do we really need another illiterate president with that tiresome "folksy style")?
Obama even spanks him in trial polls, but then again, Obama has a lot more "experience" at least attempting to do something....
Wake up republicans, Rudy beats Hillary in most polls, puts blue states in play and attracts moderates, plus he's the only major candidate that really can say he's "done some things" and has "experience" and "qualifications" for the job. What a concept....
Posted by: LAUGHINGMARC | Jul 28, 2007 8:59:41 PM
I wish Fred Thompson would never enter the Presidental race. Thompson is a complete joke who can only act. He will not stand up to his word nor does he represent the Republican party well. He worked as a lobbyist for an abortion-rights group and now repeatedly speaks of his strong stance against abortion. In addition, Thompson's committee work during the Watergate scandal is simply unforgivable. Please forbid the Republican Party from ever choosing this character as our nominee.
Posted by: Kathryn | Aug 2, 2007 3:19:03 PM
Freds the best!
Posted by: Fred Thompson | Aug 3, 2007 7:09:51 PM
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