Interestingly, I have no doubt at all about Thompson being able to put forth a successful campaign, if he chooses to do so. Money won't be a problem IMO. And there is still time.
Cheney's heart problems were well known in 2000. Perhaps not a totally balanced comparison (Pres vs Veep) but it didn't prevent him from running twice on the ticket successfully.
“lack of money “.....LMAO, I highly doubt that, where is the proof! Besides, wait until he announces, he will set the WORLD record in fundraising!