Trial Balloon Confirmed
Ed Morrisey reports that Fred Thompson appeared on Sean Hannity's show and confirmed what I thought earlier today. The announcement of his illness was a trial balloon to make sure it would not be a problem if he decides to enter the race for the nomination.
FURTHER UPDATE: Thompson's appearance with Hannity is over now. He went on to say that his announcement about his medical issue is part of the process of deciding whether to run for president. He doesn't think it should affect any such bid, but wants to see what the reaction of others is. He also is still trying to determine whether he's "the guy for these times." I get the impression he thinks he probably is.
Fred, if you're reading this, stay healthy — and jump in whenever you're ready. We'd love to see what you can offer.
Ed got that from Powerline. I think Thompson would shake the entire process up in a very big way. (Here's some information on the form of cancer Thompson revealed that he is in remission from today, indolent lymphoma.)
By Quilly Mammoth, Wednesday, 11 April , 2007 @ 9:43 pm
We like Fred. A lot.