Posted on 12/19/2007 2:02:59 PM PST by 2ndDivisionVet
SoCalPundit.com endorsed Fred Thompson for the Republican nomination not because he was the candidate raising the most money or the candidate with the most name recognition (though in a national election I think he would) but because he is the true conservative candidate in the GOP field. All due respect to Alan Keyes of course.
After a shaky start to a late campaign, it looked like Fred was dead in the water. But a Google search for the candidate today reveals some indication that Fred is catching up in Iowa and other early primary states where Fred must make a stand.
Many are attributing the sea change to Fred’s performance at the otherwise crappy Iowa debate and campaign propaganda like his apology to Huckleberry and the rest of the Republican field.
Then there is this editorial from National Review and scores of blogger endorsements (see here and here for examples). But I think the most convincing aspect of Fred Thompson’s electability is his stance on immigration. It’s pure meat and potatoes for the conservative base that he’ll need if he is to be the nominee.
Reasons for Fredmentum that warrant honorable mention:
Thompson: No Habeus Corpus for Gitmo Prisoners
Endorsement by Iowa Republican Congressman Steve King (Thompson must make a good showing in Iowa if he is to be taken seriously in later contests)
His wife Jeri Thompson
We’ll know today, that is if he does endorse someone. Since his good friend Steve King endorsed Fred earlier in the week, it would make sense that Tom will.
I really can't give again until after Christmas, but I will do what I can when I can.
Off Topic: A tornado watch was just issued for coastal areas in Mississippi and Alabama.
That would be great!
I hope he can do something...but I’m infuriated at the thousands of talking heads and pundits who act as if he’s not even in the race.
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