Ok, please bear with me, and please be nice. This is my FIRST diary at Dkos. :-)
This diary deals with Fred Thompson a favorite in the races though the horse hasn't started running yet. I had an epiphany that the poor man has shot himself in the foot / hung himself(whichever you prefer), and doesn't even know it yet.
Michael Moore of Faranheit 911, Bowling for Columbine, etc fame challanged Thompson to a debate on the issue of health care in America. Thompson's response has supposedly impressed the base of the right because he was so "Macho" and "Big Daddy-esque". The problem though is that even FOX news has praised Moore for his new documentary SICKO coming out June 29th 2007.
Supposedly the buzz is that SICKO impresses everyone despite political party. When it is released it will cause much discussion in America about this issue. Many republicans and most importantly the indipendents will see Moore in a whole new light. A benevolent light. The issue of health care touches all and is listed ranking high amongst voters.
Thompson's response to Moore and subsequently to the important issue of health care will be brought up, and we should be gung ho about making sure it is remembered.
With all the buzz being that Thompson will officialy announce July 4th, that leaves 5 days of SICKO(release date 06/29/07)and MOORE dominating the news. 5 days of people including republicans having a favorable opinion of Moore and being very interested in a subject that Thompson didn't feel important enough to discuss.
Thompson has quite possibly destroyed his cmpaign before the horse even leaves the gate and enters the race.
Did I have a valid epiphany?
Am I listening to the voices in my head too much?
:-) You decide on this my first diary