[citizen]

I doubt it’s the official position yet. Thompson campaign aides are telling reporters that Fred won’t attend the debate. So there is always the chance that the aides are in some way wrong or Fred reconsiders his decision.

[GovernmentIsTheProblem]

” doubt it’s the official position yet. Thompson campaign aides are telling reporters that Fred won’t attend the debate. So there is always the chance that the aides are in some way wrong or Fred reconsiders his decision.”

I heard it with my own ears - posted to breaking

Also his staffers have gone with half-salaries all month, and a big announcement is due tomorrow.

[Route66]

The only possible explanation about the debate may be the health of his mother. If she is not doing well, he would not do prep or travel to the debate this week. I’ve not heard her condition, so I can’t say for sure.

I agree it looks bad for keeping Fred in the race, but I won’t apologize for keeping hope alive until we know for sure.