January 22, 2008

Phlegmatic Freddie Flops: Oaf Flees the Fray

Thompson withdrew.

In the 1976 Republican primaries, Ronald Reagan was completely written off but doggedly kept going--and then he won North Carolina and almost the nomination. His sustained commitment in 1976 was the springboard for the successful run in 1980.

Freddie is pathetic.

Apparently, like Condi Rice a year or so ago, he thought he'd show a little leg and be nominated by acclamation.

This is the principled standard-bearer of conservatism? One more reason to write off the Republicans.

What's next for Freddie--joining Trent Lott's lobbying firm?
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Full disclosure. Viewing them as high-risk high-payoff contributions, I made two small donations to Thompson. That my eyes were wide open doesn't mean I'm happy the money was wasted.

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