Fred Thompson is hardly perfect, but he is certainly much better than Giuliani, and probably much better than Romney (Romney's latest positions are reasonable, but since they don't match his earlier actions I'm loath to trust them).
I wish those who indicate a dislike for Fred would suggest who they prefer and, if the answer is Duncan Hunter, suggest how they think he could possibly achieve a meaningful portion of the vote. Fred, for all his flaws, is the by far the best hope I can see for the Republicans.
As far as "socon" and right-to-life (not in response to you so much as others here)... my opposition, and many others', to abortion is based on simple logic rather than some radical right-wing nut religious zealotry: life as a continuum is an indivisible whole existing in time from conception to death. Insofar as the D of I and the 14th Amendment both mention it, and insofar as it is prior to all other rights we may enjoy, I believe it is also prior to federalism for the same reasons as slavery.
My perspectives tend to be cold and logical; rooted in logic rather than religious prescription as is often assumed, and disregarding trends or popularity.
Huckabee scares me a little because many appear to be supporting him ONLY for his stance on abortion. He IS the true single-issue candidate for pro-lifers, but is questionable on other matters. I could support him, however.
If Fred Thompson is the nominee, I would support him. Until that time, I need to support the candidate I believe is the best on all the issues, from life to defense to trade. My opinion, given my state's late primary and my limited sphere of influence, is pretty much restricted to what money I can send. Until then, I am convicted of the obligation to do what is right, regardless of what others are doing, and let the chips fall where they may. You do likewise, friend.