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Action star a multi-generational icon, but also a true Christian conservative

By Jonas Oransky, Newser Staff

Posted Dec 5, 2007 1:55 PM CST

(Newser) – Like the last shrewd Arkansas politician before him, Mike Huckabee isn't discounting the punch of star power—particularly when it's coming from martial arts tough guy Chuck Norris. Seriously, says Newsweek’s Howard Fineman. Not only did the action hero provide needed publicity, but he’s a known born-again Christian conservative who’s sought Bible study in public schools.

Now the affable Arkansas governor is turning his endorsement sights on Focus on the Family’s James Dobson. Amazingly enough, the “Walker, Texas Ranger” star is respected by Dobson’s constituency as well as Conan O’Brien fans—sure to be rolling in the aisles at Huck’s new ad script: “My plan to secure the border? Two words: Chuck Norris.”

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Republican Presidential hopeful, former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, left, looks on as actor Chuck Norris, right, answers a reporter's question during a lunch with journalists in Washington, Thursday,... (Associated Press)

COLLEGE STATION, TX -- Former President George H. W. Bush hugs actor Chuck Norris after his parachute jump in celebration of his 80th birthday in College Station, Texas, on June 13, 2004. (KRT Photos)

FRANCE. Cannes. Pontoon of the Carlton Hotel. Kung-fu demo by Chuck Norris. 1980. (PAR279329) (Magnum Photos)

Even conservatives unfamiliar with the exploits of "Walker, Texas Ranger" took note when Christian conservative Chuck Norris endorsed Mike Huckabee's presidential run. (Getty Images)

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Norris Credited With Huck Boost