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Gingrich doesn't rule out presidential run
CNN ^ | Sunday, January 9, 2005 Posted: 4:04 PM EST (2104 GMT) | AP

Posted on 01/10/2005 8:49:25 AM PST by JFK_Lib

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Newt Gingrich is taking steps toward a potential presidential bid in 2008 with a book criticizing President Bush's policies on Iraq and a tour of early campaign states.

The former House speaker who led Republicans to power a decade ago said he soon will visit Iowa and New Hampshire to promote his book, try to influence public policy and keep his political options alive.

"Anything seems possible," including a White House race, Gingrich told The Associated Press.

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To: JFK_Lib
I think he's just making the media waste "demonization ammo" on him. They'll have less left over for the). real candidate (though they have a lot

And making money off a book- about time conservatives starting getting some "two-fers".

21 posted on 01/10/2005 8:59:36 AM PST by mrsmith
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To: mrsmith

I suspect that you are right.

But the immediate dismissal of him by so many leaves me wondering why this is the case.

Gingrich accomplished quite alot for the Republicans, so why do so many Republicans hate him?


22 posted on 01/10/2005 9:01:30 AM PST by JFK_Lib
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To: r9etb
I can't imagine Newt even running for president--let alone winning it! Just imagine how the left would rehash his marital history, to say nothing of the rest of the baggage he carries!

My personal choice as the Republican candidate (at least at this time) is Condi Rice. I would love to see a match-up between her and Hitlery!

23 posted on 01/10/2005 9:01:31 AM PST by basil (Exercise your Second Amendment--buy another gun today!)
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To: JFK_Lib

Pure vanity on Newt's part. His personal morality record stacks up poorly against Clinton's, so I can't believe the religious crowd would go for him.


24 posted on 01/10/2005 9:01:51 AM PST by johnmilken
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To: GraniteStateConservative
"I find it interesting that people who consider themselves serious candidates for the GOP nomination (and aren't total political dimwits) think there is gold in going after the first re-elected GOP President since Reagan."

You and me both. I think it is beyond dumb. Not only should they not do it, they don't have to. There are lots of problems that need to be addressed and W can't do it all. I'm sure he would agree.

25 posted on 01/10/2005 9:02:24 AM PST by Bahbah
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To: JFK_Lib
Three magic words that will give Newt the presidency:

CLOSE THE BORDER

26 posted on 01/10/2005 9:02:57 AM PST by Rytwyng (we're here, we're Huguenots, get used to us)
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To: JFK_Lib
Other than Gingrish, Phil Graham would be another good contender.

I don't think Gramm wants to have to answer questions about Enron. His wife Wendy who previously was the chairman of U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, was on the board of directors of Enron on the auditing committee.

27 posted on 01/10/2005 9:03:52 AM PST by Paleo Conservative (Hey! Hey! Ho! Ho! Dan Rather's got to go!)
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To: JFK_Lib
His personal problems. It's harsh but it's true.

He certainly did do a lot for us. Still does too.

28 posted on 01/10/2005 9:03:57 AM PST by mrsmith
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To: JFK_Lib

I like Newt; met him and got his autograph. I think he's one of the smartest folks around. But he would not be the best candidate.


29 posted on 01/10/2005 9:03:58 AM PST by TheBigB ("A Queen is never late. Everyone else is simply...early." ~~Queen Clarisse Rinaldi of Genovia)
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To: JFK_Lib

OMG the press would have a field day with Newt! That man has so much past baggage!


30 posted on 01/10/2005 9:04:07 AM PST by areafiftyone (Democrats = the hamster is dead but the wheel is still spinning)
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To: johnmilken

Agreed. Too many ex-wives.


31 posted on 01/10/2005 9:06:40 AM PST by Mr. Quarterpanel
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To: JFK_Lib

Newt Gingrich will never receive my vote for President.


32 posted on 01/10/2005 9:08:14 AM PST by TommyDale
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To: TommyDale

No argument - but to add to the discussion, could you elaborate?


33 posted on 01/10/2005 9:10:34 AM PST by johnmilken
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To: JFK_Lib
He'd do great in the office. Unfortunately, the left has succesfully equated him the the Grinch and I don't think he'd have a Chance at being elected
34 posted on 01/10/2005 9:10:55 AM PST by badmatty (http://badmatty.com)
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To: JFK_Lib

As much as I like Newt's positions, he did fold in the face of adversity. Now I'm not saying that he didn't have the right to say "enough is enough" and "I don't have to take this any longer," but at a time when his continued leadership was needed, he wasn't there any more. That is fine for a Congressman, a job which the founding fathers viewed as a part time, but is a showstopper for POTUS. Sorry, Newt ... Representative, Senator, commentator, or historian, sure ... but President? No.


35 posted on 01/10/2005 9:11:00 AM PST by NonValueAdded ("We're going to take things away from you on behalf of the common good" HRC 6/28/2004)
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To: Paleo Conservative

"I don't think Gramm wants to have to answer questions about Enron. His wife Wendy who previously was the chairman of U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, was on the board of directors of Enron on the auditing committee."

Ouch!

Wow, so count Graham out. What a shame.


36 posted on 01/10/2005 9:11:38 AM PST by JFK_Lib
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To: JFK_Lib

I say let the boy run if he wants to. Will he win - no. But, he'll be a great foil (imho) to smoke out the bs of the other pubbie candidates. He's a good speaker and a decent conservative (again, imho). Can't hurt.


37 posted on 01/10/2005 9:15:42 AM PST by searchandrecovery (... --- ... ...---... ...---...)
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To: JFK_Lib

Soupy Sales will be elected POTUS before Newt gets there.

Hey, I like Newt, but his unfavorables are enormous and since he was a leislative leader, he can be blamed for EVERYTHING, good or ill, that occurred while he was speaker.

He is a great idea man and "bomb-thrower" - and his historical novels are terrific! However, presidential candidate? Next!


38 posted on 01/10/2005 9:15:47 AM PST by RexBeach
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To: areafiftyone; JFK_Lib
OMG the press would have a field day with Newt! That man has so much past baggage!

But that could work great as a media diversion to sheild other candidates during the primaries.

39 posted on 01/10/2005 9:15:54 AM PST by Paleo Conservative (Hey! Hey! Ho! Ho! Dan Rather's got to go!)
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To: JFK_Lib

Jeb Bush is looking better and better....Newt is just too....polarizing....smart man though....just polarizing...


40 posted on 01/10/2005 9:16:49 AM PST by smiley (Watch out Dems! I'm a William F. Buckley Conservative!!)
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