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Fred Thompson on Principles & Values
Former Republican Senator (TN)
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Reveals he suffers from cancer, but it won't affect campaign
On April 11 2007, Thompson went on national TV & talked frankly about his indolent lymphoma. The cancer is in remission & it is treatable. The cancer, he said, is "a good kind if you can ever call something like that a good kind." Fred was diagnosed 2
years ago after a routine physical: "I have had no illness from it, or even any symptoms. My life expectancy should not be affected. I am in remission, and it is very treatable with drugs if treatment is needed in the future--and with no debilitating
side effects." He also made very clear he wouldn't let the idea of cancer slow him down a bit, nor stop his consideration of a race for President. Thompson's sudden disclosure of his medical condition was seen by many political experts a clear
indication that he was not simply flirting with a presidential race. As with all candidates, Thompson's cancer will ultimately just be one aspect of "who he is" by the time voters cast their ballots. By Election Day, it is likely to matter very little.
Source: The Fred Factor, by Steve Gill, p.175-177
Jun 3, 2007
Religious affiliation: Protestant.
Thompson : religious affiliation:
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