The best man for the Republican nomination isn't even running. Former senator and current fictitious district attorney on Law and Order, Fred Thompson is by far the best candidate.
His resume consists of a law degree from Vanderbilt university, Assistant US District Attorney, worked on the Watergate hearings, served as special counsel to Lamar Alexander when he was Governor of Tennessee and eventually was elected to finish out Al Gore's term in the Senate in the biggest landslide in Tennessee history and was reelected to a complete term in 1996.
He decided not to run in 2002, he was a sure winner had he decided to pursue another term. He instead went back to acting and has played the DA's role on L & A for several years now.
He's a people person and a Conservative.
He's brilliant as shown when he absolutely eviscerated uber-lib Mike Farrell in 1993 on Meet the Press.He's not afraid to speak his mind as he did last week when talking about the changes in strategy on the Iraq War:
I'll bet that a lot of folks who support the president on this are asking themselves "what if we'd taken care of business this way two years ago?"
So, Thompson has kept his toes in the water by assisting President Bush in getting John Roberts confirmed and writes at NRO on a regular basis. He's recognizable, has no discernible baggage and would be a commanding presence in the White House. Let's face it, at 6' 6" and with great pipes, the guy looks and sounds presidential.
Reader Comments ( Page 4 of 6)
46. I have been watching Fred Thompson since "Watergate".
I was just fascinated by him then and still am. I have often commented that this nation has no more statesmen, but if Fred Thompson were president we would have the most statesmanship man in the country.
Is there a way to convince him to run. I'm all for it.
Billie Smith at 3:30PM on Mar 5th 2007
47. I too would like to encourage Sen. Fred Thompson to run for President of the United States. If he choses to run, he will be the only real conservative in the field. Candidates such as the current crop, including John McCain are the reason I've switched my alligencce to the Constitution Party.
Please Sen. Thompson, make a run at the nomination of the Republican Party for the Presidency of this great country.
Chuck Ebbeler at 5:50PM on Mar 5th 2007
48. Ive recently gotten excited about the 2008 election,
when i started learning F.D.T. might run for president .I thenk those in favor might contact the GOP website and let them know there are more than a few of us who think this man is qualified and has the personality and name recognition to actually win .
Scott Christensen at 12:15AM on Mar 6th 2007
49. Does anyone know who his campaign manager is/was for his Senatorial bid? In lieu of F. Thompson's e-mail address, who can we contact to get this ball rolling?
Ben Vulmux at 1:19PM on Mar 6th 2007
50. Fred Thompson for president? A reounding Yes!I was 13 and watched him from the gallery when he was acounsel at the Watergate hearings.Then I saw him in the movies.The man has prescence,brilliant and very savy.The man's voice speaks America when he talks.He also has respect in the congress, the senate and the American people know him and trust him.Where do I sign up to get involved in helping make this man America's next and yes great president? He is a leader and a hands on type of leader that can keep America's economy, foreign policy and domestic policy on the conseervative track.Kenneth.
Kenneth B. Massey at 3:42PM on Mar 6th 2007
51. I am just now finding out the political history of Fred Thompson, but so far I really like what I see. I watch L&O regularly. He is well spoken and charismatic. He has also has a record of good works in public service.
I have a feeling if Republican don't have someone on the ticket like Fred Thompson, we are going to end up with President Hilary, or President Obama
Ken C at 7:54AM on Mar 7th 2007
52. I was thrilled to hear this morning on the news that Fred Thompson might run for President. So far none of the candidates have excited me and several I just could not support. Fred, however, has the intelligence, charisma, debate skills, etc., to tackle the Democratic opposition, i.e., Clinton and Obama. I really think he could do it. He has statesman-like qualities, speaks with authority and is a respected person with great qualities. Go for it Fred.
Donn Ketchum at 12:23PM on Mar 9th 2007
53. I was so happy to hear that Fred Thompson was considering running for President until I googled him and discovered that he too, is bought and paid for by the CFR (Council on Foreign Relations). You can't imagine what a disappointment this is to me. Since I believe the President of this Country should represent the Citizens of this Country, not the wishes of an "elite" group with a fancy building in New York City with plans for this country that I just don't share. Why is it that every single Presidential candidate in my entire lifetime has been and still is a member of the CFR?
It appears that Congressman Ron Paul (R- TX) is still the only Republican who has not been corrupted.
Fred, I am so disappointed in you. I had such high hopes.
T. Weiland at 9:57PM on Mar 9th 2007
54. We are at a real tipping point in the US. Fred is the guy who can rally the bulk of the voters most of whom are very uneasy about the direction of this country. Thomson has a the tools needed for the oval office,
jack at 2:48PM on Mar 11th 2007
55. Fred Thompson would be a very strong candidate. Does he have the drive? A big problem is passing the word that he has a ton of supporters out there. How to get that info to him? No website I am able to find.
jack at 2:48PM on Mar 11th 2007
56. There is an unofficial yet, concerted grass-roots effort on F-I-R-E at www.draftfredthompson.com
(They don't ask for or accept donations )
Please help them get the word out to Fred to run.
Any and all help to get Fred in the Oval office is the only goal we have...Come join, it's really exciting!!
Chris at 4:38AM on Mar 12th 2007
57. Fred for Prez.
I may actually join the Republican Party again.
Ali at 12:13PM on Mar 12th 2007
58. I would wholeheartedly support Mr. Thompson for President. All the candidates who have announced so far fall short in one way or another. My husband and I were so excited when we heard he may be running. I feel Mr. Thompson is a man who the people can relate to and would make a wonderful president. Each time I have heard him speak, I have always understood exactly what he meant and what he stood for.
J Love at 3:53PM on Mar 14th 2007
59. It's time for Fred to step up to the plate. There is currently no one running for the Presidency that I am comfortable voting for. I believe he would bring the decisiveness and judgment that is needed to the office. And I believe he would win by the largest landslide victory in history.
Ed
Ed Lewis
Ed at 7:06AM on Mar 15th 2007
60. Dear Senator Thompson;
I am 44 years old. Originally from Maryland, I was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy from 1985-1991. I was a career Firefighter and Paramedic in Texas, Chicago, and Maryland. I am a single father of twin 6 year olds and a 22 year old daughter that is graduating from George Mason University in the spring with Majors in International Religion and Political Science, with the Arabic language as her minor study. She is hoping to intern with the State Department in the Middle East this summer. She had interned last summer for We Care America. She will probably be starting Law school in the fall.
I am a Christian and the leader of the Men’s group in my Church. I am very active in my community. I also volunteer at a local soup kitchen and am a supporter of the Pregnancy Care Center. I am a technician with Verizon. I have a deep love for my country and a passion to minister to the men and families in my community. My ministry is to help the men in my community become the men that they want their sons to be and the type of man that they would want their daughters to marry. I have been mildly active in local and national politics, and am a supporter of most of the causes that the Center for Law and Justice fight for. I apologize for the lengthy personal history. I only state it as testimony that I am just a typical God fearing family man that loves his country and is passionately concerned about the future of American politics, but more importantly the future of the country that I fought to protect.
I have been a tremendous admirer of yours for about as long as I can remember. I hesitate to use the word FAN, as I don’t want to be misunderstood as to nature of my admiration. Although I have always liked and enjoyed your theatrical works, it is your public service that has me truly excited about your consideration of the Presidency.
For many Americans this election will be about the decision between the lesser evils. Their votes will be cast not necessarily FOR someone but AGAINST someone else. This I believe, holds true for Democrats, Republicans, and Independents. Although this may have been true in the past for many, I believe that this indifference or apathy has reached an epidemic level. It saddens many an Americans heart to think that a man or woman of integrity to lead this country is not to be found.
Mr. Senator, I have studied you and vetted you to the best of my ability. I know of your voting record, I know of your character as much as a person on the outside can. I was so pleased and relieved when you were chosen as the Sherpa for Chief Justice Roberts. You are respected and know as a man of integrity and honor from members of both sides of the political spectrum. Senator Charles Schuler, D-N.Y., has hailed you as " the kind of person who can bring people together…’.
I can and will, recruit and energize people of character and integrity in this area to become active participants for the quest to bring a man of your caliber to the helm of this great country. All we ask is that you give us the opportunity to make a difference. We believe the United States is the true beacon of freedom for the world. We also believe that it takes exceptional character and integrity to make the tough decisions, and that the decisions should not be made according to the latest opinion polls. We believe that you are THE man for the time.
We ask for your leadership.
We ask that you enter into the Presidential race.
Not as a lesser of other evils, but as a candidate that has the right combination of character and integrity to guide this great country of ours in these difficult times.
I, and untold thousands of others, humbly offer our services to you. We hope and pray that you will hear the calling for you to be the next PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.
At your service. John Flynn firemn131@netzero.net
JOHN FLYNN at 2:19AM on Mar 16th 2007