Fred Thompson may be 2008 candidate
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WASHINGTON, March 11 Fred Thompson, actor and former Republican senator from Tennessee, announced this weekend that he may run for U.S. president in 2008.Appearing on Fox News Sunday with host Chris Wallace, Thompson said he is giving serious thought to a presidential run, partially in response to the feeling among Republicans that there is no strong candidate currently in the field. Thompson told Wallace that due to the nation's perilous times, he is leaving the door open whether or not to run. Thompson also told Wallace of his political views, which include opposition to abortion. Thompson said he believes in tolerance of gays, but said he thinks gay marriage goes too far.When asked about the war in Iraq, Thompson said he believes in Bush and thinks the United States should stick to long-term commitments in the Middle East.Thompson also told Wallace he is against gun control, and that people should have the right to own a handgun and keep it in their home. When asked about immigration reform, Thompson said he is not completely for a comprehensive reform.Copyright 2007 by UPI
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