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Thompson Might Call It Quits

Expected to drop out without a strong showing in Iowa

By Rob Quinn, Newser Staff

Posted Jan 3, 2008 3:21 AM CST

(Newser) – Insiders say GOP presidential hopeful Fred Thompson will probably drop out of the race if he doesn't do well in Iowa, Politico reports. The former senator and "Law & Order" actor's candidacy generated a lot of excitement in its early days but never gained... Read full story »

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