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Friday, August 31, 2007

Fred Thompson

Yesterday, Republican Fred Thompson confirmed his campaign for the United States presidential election, 2008. The much expected announcement comes on the tail of criticism about his lobbying past and that he has waited too long to declare his intentions. He is expected to file papers next Thursday to make his candidacy official.

Thompson much expected declarations comes after months of "testing the waters." Already appearing in the top tier of GOP candidates, Thompson's announcement comes after staff changes and lack luster fundraising. According to an advisor, Thompson will make the announcement on Leno opting not to appear at the Republican debate on September 5.

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  • Meet the press. 'Meet the Press’ transcript for Sept. 2, 2007 — MSNBC, September 2, 2007
  • Tim Shipman. Thompson's image tarnished by Watergate — Sunday Telegraph, September 2, 2007
  • Michael D. Shear. Fred Thompson Confirms Bid for GOP Nomination — Washington Post, August 31, 2007
  • Don Frederick. Thompson expected to (finally) make it official — Los Angeles Times, August 31, 2007


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