Statement from Sen. Fred Thompson
McLean, VA - Senator Fred Thompson today issued the following statement about his campaign for President:
"Today I have withdrawn my candidacy for President of the United States. I hope that my country and my party have benefited from our having made this effort. Jeri and I will always be grateful for the encouragement and friendship of so many wonderful people."
Godspeed to you, Fred. I am proud to have voted for you and contributed to your campaign. If you get one vote from Michigan in November, it will be me writing your name in.