|
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
Thompson pledges weekly visits to Iowa
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) -- Former Wisconsin Gov. Tommy Thompson promised Wednesday to become a familiar face in Iowa in his quest for the 2008 Republican presidential nomination against better-financed rivals.
"I'm going to be here every week, at least one day every week," Thompson told The Associated Press. "I'm close enough to be able to do that and I'm going to develop a field organization and a grass-roots campaign like you haven't seen before." Thompson was in Iowa to meet privately with key activists, laying the groundwork for his campaign. Thompson said he's betting heavily on his showing in a straw poll of Iowa Republicans in August and the state's leadoff precinct caucuses in January 2008. |
About the CNN Political Ticker
The CNN Political Ticker provides the latest political news.To sign up for our twice daily Ticker emails, visit CNN.com member services page. If you do not have a CNN.com account, you can register here. If you have any feedback, suggestions or news tips, drop us a line here. THE DAY'S TOP VIDEO
Senator admits 'serious sin' Bush opens new briefing room What the Iraq war costs youNEW IN THE TICKER
• More than 50,000 view Ford's casket in Michigan• Pelosi plans aggressive first 100 hours • Muslim Congressman to be sworn in on Jefferson's K... • Romney says he's filing paperwork to explore presi... • Schumer questions Bush's meaning of 'compromise' • Bush says 5-year budget plan moves toward balanced... • McConnell touts prospect of divided government • Boehner urges Dems to heed Bush's call • CNN Political Ticker AM • Bush taking steps before presenting Iraq plan |




