Hot on Facebook

Guy Buys $123 Safe on eBay, Finds $26,000 Inside Seller tries to get half the cash back, fails »

Newt Won't Run for President

Gingrich decides not to leave his political organization

By John Johnson, Newser Staff

Posted Sep 29, 2007 1:09 PM CDT

(Newser) – After dipping his toes in the water ever so briefly, Newt Gingrich has decided not to run for president, CNN reports. Gingrich determined he could not legally explore a run while running his beloved political organization, American Solutions, his spokesman said. Two days ago, the former House speaker pledged to run if supporters could raise $30 million.

Gingrich, 64, has not held public office for nine years, but he remains an intellectual and influential force on the right. He makes a lucrative living as an author and political consultant. Gingrich has suggested in recent weeks that he would be the best GOP candidate to square off against the Democrats' likely winner, Hillary Rodham Clinton.

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich delivers a keynote speech at the Nevada Policy Research Institute's 16th anniversary dinner in Las Vegas, Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2007. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong) (Associated Press)

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich speaks during a news conference held before his keynote speech at the Nevada Policy Research Institute's 16th anniversary dinner in Las Vegas, Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2007.... (Associated Press)

« Prev« Prev | Next »Next » Slideshow

To report an error on this story, notify our editors.

More Newser Stories

Novak: Newt in 2012

Newt ready and willing

(NEWSER) - Shell-shocked Republicans are casting about for a savior for 2012, and believe it or not, the name most often floated for this Moses-like role is none other than Newt Gingrich, writes Bob Novak of the Chicago Sun-Times. It’s a “very risky choice,” admits one strong Newt-booster, but after failing miserably in their attempts to win independents and moderates, Republicans are anxious for some “old-time religion.” More»

GOP's Weld Jumps Ship, Backs Obama

Ex-governor of Mass. could help swing votes in New Hampshire

(NEWSER) - The latest big Republican to jump ship, at least temporarily, is a former Massachusetts governor who supported Mitt Romney in the primaries. Barack Obama is a "once-in-a-lifetime candidate" with "common values" and "an ability to unite and inspire," says William Weld. The Democrats have Massachusetts in the bag, but Weld’s support could help with neighboring New Hampshire, writes the Boston Globe. More»

The Case for a Newt Candidacy

Okay, it's a long shot. But Gingrich could be a Barry Goldwater for beleaguered GOP

(NEWSER) - When Newt Gingrich makes noises about running for president, as he did again this week, eyes roll all over America. He’s deeply unpopular, according to polls, and it seems too late to mobilize a serious campaign. But Newsweek sees an opportunity for the former House speaker in the gloom surrounding the GOP. Gingrich could be a postmodern Barry Goldwater, honorably articulating the conservative platform in defeat. More»

Gingrich to GOP: Abandon Bush

Speaker says GOP must bring 'dramatic, bold change' to win in '08

(NEWSER) - Republican presidential candidates should make a “clean break” from the Bush Administration, Newt Gingrich declared today. “If you don't represent real change, you just gave away the 2008 election,” the former Speaker said, citing Iraq, the Hurricane Katrina response, and border control as reasons for public unhappiness. Gingrich also said he is highly unlikely to join the race himself. More»

Breaking from Bush, GOP Splinters

Rove, DeLay, and Gingrich on the future of the conservative movement

(NEWSER) - The Republican Party is fracturing politically and strategically, writes the New Yorker's Jeffrey Goldberg. As Bush's approval ratings continue to sink, current and former GOP bigwigs—like Newt Gingrich and Tom DeLay—are looking to redirect the conservative movement as the 2008 election nears. More»

NEWS FROM OUR PARTNERS

What is Newser?

Face it: there's too much news. At Newser, we choose the most thought-provoking and entertaining stories from hundreds of US and international sources and reduce them to a headline, picture, and two paragraphs. And we do it 24/7—you can come back morning, noon, night (and in between) for something new that matters. Read less, know more.

Learn more »

Partnering with: Slate

View Newser on the mobile website

Newt Won't Run for President

Gingrich decides not to leave his political organization

OTHER STORIES ON OUR RADAR

Newt Gingrich • Republican • presidential race • Election 2008

MOST POPULAR STORIES

[ By Views ]

[ By Comments ]

More Newser Stories

Novak: Newt in 2012

Newt ready and willing

GOP's Weld Jumps Ship, Backs Obama

Ex-governor of Mass. could help swing votes in New Hampshire

The Case for a Newt Candidacy

Okay, it's a long shot. But Gingrich could be a Barry Goldwater for beleaguered GOP

Gingrich to GOP: Abandon Bush

Speaker says GOP must bring 'dramatic, bold change' to win in '08

Breaking from Bush, GOP Splinters

Rove, DeLay, and Gingrich on the future of the conservative movement

About Us

Site

Newser By Users

Community

Site Maps

Tools

More News

What is Newser?

Newt Won't Run for President

Gingrich decides not to leave his political organization

Bookmark & Share

OTHER STORIES ON OUR RADAR

Newt Gingrich • Republican • presidential race • Election 2008

MOST POPULAR STORIES

[ By Views ]

[ By Comments ]

More Newser Stories

Novak: Newt in 2012

Newt ready and willing

GOP's Weld Jumps Ship, Backs Obama

Ex-governor of Mass. could help swing votes in New Hampshire

The Case for a Newt Candidacy

Okay, it's a long shot. But Gingrich could be a Barry Goldwater for beleaguered GOP

Gingrich to GOP: Abandon Bush

Speaker says GOP must bring 'dramatic, bold change' to win in '08

Breaking from Bush, GOP Splinters

Rove, DeLay, and Gingrich on the future of the conservative movement

About Us

Site

Newser By Users

Community

Site Maps

Tools

More News

What is Newser?