Video: Fred’s message to Iowa voters
posted at 8:32 pm on December 30, 2007 by Bryan
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A video like this one, 17 minutes of Fred addressing voters directly via the camera, forces viewers to ask a few basic questions. One, is what he is saying true and is he saying it clearly enough so that it makes sense? Second, does what he’s saying reflect my values and does he have a record of sticking to those values? Third, does he make a plausible president?
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1. I hope so, its clear to me.
2. yes
3. yes
Jay on December 30, 2007 at 8:34 PM
Well, you guys already know my answer. I enjoyed it.
broker1 on December 30, 2007 at 8:35 PM
Anyone who says they enjoyed it less than 17 minutes (the length of the video) after it was posted better have watched it elsewhere beforehand, or they’re a total dip.
Just a hint. ;)
MadisonConservative on December 30, 2007 at 8:40 PM
Heh. I enjoyed it…I’ve had it posted at my blog for a little while though. Um…tried to send a trackback…
Jay on December 30, 2007 at 8:42 PM
Watching it now, it is a good video but who is going to see it?
bnelson44 on December 30, 2007 at 8:42 PM
yeah cuz Iowans don’t read blogs. Hope this was on t.v. somewhere.
Jay on December 30, 2007 at 8:44 PM
Hey Jay, I go to your site quite often. Good read.
broker1 on December 30, 2007 at 8:45 PM
Thanks broker.
Fred Heads are spreading it to Iowa blogs, so maybe a few Iowans will hear it.
http://fredfile.fred08.com/blog/2007/video-freds-message-to-iowa-voters/
Jay on December 30, 2007 at 8:49 PM
Yes. Yes. Yes.
bdfaith on December 30, 2007 at 8:51 PM
Fred supporters (and people who just want to see a bit better campaign all around) may want to vote for the video on YouTube as well, it wouldn’t hurt.
bnelson44 on December 30, 2007 at 8:56 PM
Is this the ad he was raising money for?
P. James Moriarty on December 30, 2007 at 8:56 PM
Go Fred!
Ex-tex on December 30, 2007 at 8:56 PM
i liked it, i like fred
glad he said what he did about the dems being run by the aclu, move-on, etc… that needs more exposure, imo.
he reminds me (a little atleast) of RR.
trailortrash on December 30, 2007 at 8:59 PM
Good reminder. Thanks!
RushBaby on December 30, 2007 at 9:01 PM
GO FRED!!!!
lobosan5 on December 30, 2007 at 9:01 PM
Ya know, I was pretty down on Fred early on, but he’s growing on me. But still, he just is missing something when he’s speaking. I’m not sure what it is, but HE doesn’t excite me even if most of his message does.
SouthernGent on December 30, 2007 at 9:01 PM
Yes
Yes
Yes
Giddy-up!
infidel on December 30, 2007 at 9:01 PM
YES to the power of 3.
Cross thread, great link from sonnyspats1 on December 30, 2007 at 7:07 PM
http://hsgac.senate.gov/index.dfm?Fuseaction=Search.Home&searchtext=fred+thompson&x=19&y=9
GEEZ, there is absolutely NO OTHER CANDIDATE equal to Fred Thompson! He already had my support. Those who counter Fred’s expertise for the POTUS job only prove their own slovenly ignorance.
ENLIGHTENMENT, a good thing.
Fred08.com
maverick muse on December 30, 2007 at 9:02 PM
I’m think I’m now officially a Fred-head.
I’d once thought it would be Rudy, but I have too many questions about him on issues that matter to me. Although I still won’t mind voting for him in the general.
Hunter won’t hunt and Tancredo tanked.
Then I thought it would be Romney, but his weaseling gave me doubts, and his supporters torpedoed him for me. Although I wouldn’t mind voting for him in a Best Hair competition.
Huck was never really in the running, though he seems enough guy. Neither was McCain. The border. CFR. What can I say? He’d make a fine SecDef, though. An honorable man.
Which leaves me with Fred as the last man left standing. But where once I thought I’d end up endorsing him reluctantly, I’m now warming up to him. In recent weeks, he’s impressed me.
And his supporters seem to be the last Republicans left with more positive to say than negative. And dear sweet Lord, that’s like music to me at this point.
Also, there’s Jeri. She’s both real and spectacular.
This video seals the deal. I like Fred. He earned my primary vote, not that he’ll need it here.
Plus he has my $400.
So I’m a Fred-head. Is there a password I need or something? Can I get an official t-shirt? Does he know Jessica Alba? If he gets a blimp, can I drive it?
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:03 PM
I am not the tech wizard, obviously.
Go to the previous Fred thread to link from comment by sonnyspats1 on December 30, 2007 at 7:07 PM
maverick muse on December 30, 2007 at 9:04 PM
No, that one is here.
bnelson44 on December 30, 2007 at 9:04 PM
Huck … a “nice enough” guy. He may also be “enough guy,” too. But you’d have to ask Chuck Norris.
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:05 PM
No.
Ex-tex on December 30, 2007 at 9:06 PM
You know, I don’t like the term “fred head” AT ALL. I’m not following the guy around in a vw van from speech to speech. So, Professor, I don’t know if the “fredheads” have a password. But I, as a Fredfolk, do. ;)
“Go Fred!” Simple as that.
tickleddragon on December 30, 2007 at 9:07 PM
Check, check, and check.
But doesn’t Fred realize that the great political pundit, csdeven, is out here in the blogosphere lobbying against him? Gosh, Fred might as well just hang it up right now!
db on December 30, 2007 at 9:08 PM
Okay. I’m a Fredfolk. What’s the password? Where’s the blimp?
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:08 PM
Thanks for this video. Fred is still our guy. Mitt, a good second choice.
saved on December 30, 2007 at 9:09 PM
Oh. Sorry. Go Fred!
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:10 PM
Darnit..I don’t have a blimp. But it’s an easy passphrase:
IMFERFRED. ;)
tickleddragon on December 30, 2007 at 9:10 PM
Jesus Christ! That man moves me.
I tell ya, he is gonna be a great president.
I got a little misty at the George Washington part.
TheSitRep on December 30, 2007 at 9:12 PM
” … If those other fellers can’t stand up to an overbearing moderator, I’m not sure how they can stand up to the leader of Iran or North Korea …”
Yeah. ImFerFred.
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:12 PM
Think its possible to make a 17 minute video go viral?
Jay on December 30, 2007 at 9:13 PM
Go Fred!!
What a refreshing change from the partisan politics and power grabbing of the last decade or so. It’s good to see a man offer up who he is, instead of trying to read the tea leaves and become what everyone else wants.
Honest, thoughtful, trustworthy.
Scotsman on December 30, 2007 at 9:13 PM
Frederalism baby!
TheSitRep on December 30, 2007 at 9:14 PM
Yea, if you can post it on the conservative Internet boards.
bnelson44 on December 30, 2007 at 9:14 PM
I dunno. But I’m watching it for the second time, and enjoying it even more.
I could really get used to listening to that guy.
I still love Dubya … but its awful nice listening to a real communicator.
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:15 PM
I’ve put in a request. Please wait three to four weeks for your request to be processed.
You got a blimp license, fool???
wccawa on December 30, 2007 at 9:15 PM
Hear, hear! On the money, Scotsman.
tickleddragon on December 30, 2007 at 9:15 PM
Be nice to the full converts, wccawa! ;)
tickleddragon on December 30, 2007 at 9:17 PM
tickleddragon, you are beyond special.
wccawa on December 30, 2007 at 9:18 PM
We have three strong candidates who would be fine presidents. It would be nice to include McCain, but he can’t be trusted, and Huck can’t be elected. Rudy, Fred , and Mitt all have some warts, but they are head and shoulders against anything the donks can put up, and IMO, would serve the office well.
a capella on December 30, 2007 at 9:18 PM
Fred should have been releasing one of these a week for the last six months.
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:18 PM
Name Fred’s wart. Seriously.
wccawa on December 30, 2007 at 9:19 PM
Get a room.
Or a blimp.
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:19 PM
His wife?
No. Seriously. Are we ready for a hottie in the White House?
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:20 PM
How about a room ON a blimp?
wccawa on December 30, 2007 at 9:20 PM
Im just picturing Bryan and Allah watching this with beer and popcorn saying “lets post another Fred article and watch his minions go batsh*t”
As a Fred supporter.
Very. Well. Done.
broker1 on December 30, 2007 at 9:21 PM
Where are the haters?
infidel on December 30, 2007 at 9:22 PM
Who can doubt this man?
Gatordoug on December 30, 2007 at 9:24 PM
http:hsgac.senate.gov/
then search fred thompson
YOU’D BETTER READ WELL.
mitt’s flim-flamboyant “management” prowess ain’t worth squat in Congress where mitt has no power to fire the disgruntled. whatever mitt’s accomplishments, they ain’t worth squat compared to The Fred’s Great Achievements ON OUR BEHALF!
Simply FINDING government information online is due to The Fred and allies like Lieberman. My, oh my. Requiring financial reports of all agencies responsibilities for funds spent and COORDINATING reported findings for the public record, coordinating the Attorney General’s office and US Marshals, cuts in wasteful farm subsidies that go unaccounted, forcing our beloved USPS to function utilizing the best equipment & employee responsibility without cost over-run, and the list goes on…
Vote Fred With Confidence, Folks!
maverick muse on December 30, 2007 at 9:24 PM
Shhhhh. I was soooooooo enjoying this thread.
I know they’ll ruin it soon. But just let me enjoy it for one more minute.
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:24 PM
I loved the message, and I’ll probably vote for him. But he’s going to have to do a heck of a great deal more than read a script to win a general election.
doufree on December 30, 2007 at 9:24 PM
Agreed. It is so liberating.
wccawa on December 30, 2007 at 9:26 PM
Sweeeeeeeeet.
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:26 PM
Now, now, Professor.
tickleddragon on December 30, 2007 at 9:26 PM
Hits, man…. HITS!
Batshit? Not so much. Fred threads tend to the positive… well… until, well… you know what.
wccawa on December 30, 2007 at 9:27 PM
I am uploading that video to my youtube channel as we speak.
Before some commie fool at youtube bans it.
There’s a new day dawning!
csdeven will come to the fold soon, I am sure.
TheSitRep on December 30, 2007 at 9:28 PM
Mile High Club300 foot clubbnelson44 on December 30, 2007 at 9:28 PM
I gotta say – and I hope Bryan and AP are listening – that even I didn’t like Fred and wasn’t now a full member of the Fred-folken, I’d be enjoying this thread just for the sheer positivity of it. It’s such a nice change around here.
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:29 PM
I don’t go batsh!t for the ones about McVain. And that isn’t in a good way.
tickleddragon on December 30, 2007 at 9:30 PM
Dude!
tickleddragon on December 30, 2007 at 9:30 PM
The third question is a resounding YES. This guy is someone I want to see on the screen speaking to us when crisis is at hand.
The second question will be a matter of issue to many. Yes, he will reflect the values of many who visit this site, and probably most. Some argue his record does not conflict that. I don’t know how to say this, folks, but there will be questionable conduct with anyone running for president, either through ways that person governed from a position of executive power, or through choices made while proceeding through their career. They are inevitable. You need to line up the cons that every candidate has and decide which are the least threatening and which set least contradicts the policies they are claiming they will implement. So far, no one has been able to show Fred as more of a flip-flopper than any other candidate. Rather the opposite.
And the first question? He’s putting as simply as can be. Sadly, many people only want 30 or 60 second sound bytes on television. My father, bless his soul, is one of those people. He’s also who I took my roots from politically. We argue incessantly. Yes, he’s putting it simply. It’s a question of whether you can get someone undecided to sit down and listen to a hard 17 minutes of good, straight talk. Too many prefer half-minute chunks with a wench of a moderator at the helm.
In short, ImFerFred, because he’s not only the best on the list, but he’s better than Bush, better than Dole, and in the class of Reagan. Not saying he is Reagan. He has yet to prove that…but he damn well has huge potential.
MadisonConservative on December 30, 2007 at 9:31 PM
Didn’t your mother ever read you all those cautionary fairy tales about never speaking a demon’s name out loud?
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:31 PM
Fly, fly away… on my beautiful balloon…
wccawa on December 30, 2007 at 9:31 PM
Well now we have a candidate that speaks from the heart,
and I believe him.Much like Ronald Reagan and Bolton,
he knows when the media is trying to screw him around.
And I think besides Liberal’s who want surrender,he puts
the war on Terror into focus,which I think still is
America’s number one priority,and number one issue
for the election.
canopfor on December 30, 2007 at 9:32 PM
Management of his campaign could be an indicator of his executive management ability, although it isn’t a major item. And, he hasn’t really had major administrative experience, although I think that often gets overemphasized as a credential, so it isn’t a biggie. I would prefer him for the nomination, but not to the total exclusion of Mitt or Rudy. The virulence directed towards them bothers me a bit.
a capella on December 30, 2007 at 9:32 PM
Dude, could you please find a blimp that is NOT the Hindenberg? You’re totally harshing my mellow.
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:33 PM
Yeah, this guy Fred is good. I’d support him. He should get in the race.
dedalus on December 30, 2007 at 9:34 PM
Hey gang, is csdeven a Canadian!
canopfor on December 30, 2007 at 9:34 PM
Remember, go to You Tube and vote for it. Also make it a favorite. Both will help to promote it.
Then send the link to everyone you know
The link is here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VblJq4j0_SE
If you want this man to make it past Iowa, you need to support him tonight and tomorrow.
bnelson44 on December 30, 2007 at 9:34 PM
That was fantastic. You know what’s funny, it has been over this holiday break that my support for Fred has solidified. Very well done Fred.
Weight of Glory on December 30, 2007 at 9:34 PM
CFR, CFR, C.F.R.
Spirit of 1776 on December 30, 2007 at 9:35 PM
WELCOME, Full convert. Welcome to the Fredfolk!!
tickleddragon on December 30, 2007 at 9:35 PM
I was holding back on financial support for Fred because I wasn’t sure if he really wanted the job. I just made a contribution after listening to that speech.
Thank you Fred. We have been waiting a long time for this speech.
Helloyawl on December 30, 2007 at 9:35 PM
Exactly my feeling. Huge potential.
My only concern is his lack of executive experience. With Rudy or Huckabee or Romney, I can see how they acted in executive roles. Fred is unknown there. I wished he’d served a term as governor.
But I’m willing to give him a chance.
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:35 PM
Fred gets elected President. We all get invited to our first Hot Air wedding. *sniff*
RushBaby on December 30, 2007 at 9:36 PM
Will this ever run on broadcast TV? If not it maybe to little to late.
KBird on December 30, 2007 at 9:37 PM
Thank you! Feels good!
Weight of Glory on December 30, 2007 at 9:37 PM
Two words: tort reform.
Search for “fred thompson tort reform”.
Hunter is my first choice, but …..
Fred is my second choice only because of this issue.
I have contributed to both, plus Tancredo early on to keep illegal immigration on the front burner.
fred5678 on December 30, 2007 at 9:38 PM
After 8 years of president Bush it is kinda nice to hear someone who can tell you what is on his mind.
bnelson44 on December 30, 2007 at 9:39 PM
Fly, fly away… on my beautiful balloon…
wccawa on December 30, 2007 at 9:39 PM
I was going to mention that, but to be fair, he has admitted his mistake, so I believe him and don’t consider it anything more than a mistake, not a philosophy. Similar to some of the previous positions Rudy and Mitt have taken which have since shifted. Sometimes politicians do change their minds for other than cynical reasons.
a capella on December 30, 2007 at 9:40 PM
Done and done. And thank you for being so proactive. Good for you. Good for Fred. Good for me, too.
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:40 PM
haha. Very cute, Rushbaby.
tickleddragon on December 30, 2007 at 9:41 PM
DONE! & DONE!
My brotha.
TheSitRep on December 30, 2007 at 9:42 PM
It really does feel good, doesn’t it?
Of course, with my luck he’ll be out of the race in a week. I tend to jinx things like this. Sorry, fellow Fred-folken. You can blame me when it happens.
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:42 PM
Hugh Hewitt, muttering “These Fredfolk are imitating me, lord help me – I’ve lost the war, fighting an intense battle. Stop this. Stooooop”.
Best line, from this corner “…a halt to the leftward lurch…”
A friendly, wise, note of caution to wccawa – she’s nagging you (subtly) already, and you’re not even engaged yet :)
Entelechy on December 30, 2007 at 9:42 PM
It’s YOUR mind that determines YOUR vote.
You are not limited to soundbites as your stimuli.
READ HIS RECORD THAT HE MADE AVAILABLE FOR EVERYONE.
http:hsgac.senate.gov/
then search fred thompson
1. MSM dread the Fred. MSM the dinosaur. MSM losing power to manipulate with hyped flim-flam, yellow journalism and fabricated lies.
2. Do my own homework with the flick of a finger, thanks to Fred’s instigation of our effective online government resource information.
3. Enjoy the refreshing THOUGHT PROCESS and the outcome of truth, justice, and the American Way.
Vote Fred!
maverick muse on December 30, 2007 at 9:43 PM
Something’s odd with Fred’s campaign. This video has a public-access production quality to it, and Fred seems a little stiff behind the desk, not even looking at the cutaways to the second camera. With Reagan you could see the Hollywood experience. I had expected Fred to be able to leverage that similar experience and his natural charm a little more smoothly.
dedalus on December 30, 2007 at 9:44 PM
There are some great comments at YouTube, and a few really funny ones.
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:45 PM
It was a mistake that had to go to the Supremes, it’s unconstitutional and an insult to the Bill of Rights. I’m not a cheerleader for Rudy but Rudy went to the Supremes to knock down Johnny Mac’s unconstitutional at least he was on the right side of the law. fred#s is right too w/ tort reform.
I’m not here to rain on the love-fest, just want you to know what you’ll wake up with in the morning. Everyone makes fun of Rudy or Mitt for what they might do, when Fred has already shown his disregard for the foundational principles. Apologized for it? Great that makes me feel warm and cuddly. Give him a cookie, not the highest office.
Spirit of 1776 on December 30, 2007 at 9:45 PM
I’m wondering,has the media tried any angles on Fred’s
faith,because I haven’t seen any stories on Fred beliefs
which is good.
So in a way, would that be like a non -issue that the
Lib media can’t exploit.Which of course would be great.
canopfor on December 30, 2007 at 9:47 PM
http://digg.com/2008_us_elections/Video_Fred_s_Message_to_Iowa_Voters
digg it if you want…. or not
Canadian Imperialist Running Dog on December 30, 2007 at 9:47 PM
As far as tort reform is concerned, I understand where you are coming from, but I think Fred is right to defer the matter to the states to set their own limits on rewards in lawsuits. His federalist stripe is what dictates that. It is that federalist streak that attracts me most, for I don’t want a President who will apply conservative solutions to problems the Feds have no business solving! I think Fred understands that better than any of the other candidates. But this is also the place where I find the “wart” with Fred: federalism (as far as I understand it) wouldn’t allow something like CFR to stand, so his support for it does bother me. However, he has said that it has been a mistake, and I have made peace with myself to overlook it. He’s my guy now.
Weight of Glory on December 30, 2007 at 9:47 PM
Well of course it was made in a studio of some sorts and not the oval office. And he wasnt supposed to look at the cutaways, it was supposed to capture another angle of him speaking to the masses, not pandering to them.
broker1 on December 30, 2007 at 9:48 PM
Heh. So would that make you the Jessica Simpson of the political world?
Weight of Glory on December 30, 2007 at 9:49 PM
Following the camera is not usually done when making a formal political speech.
bnelson44 on December 30, 2007 at 9:50 PM
Ouch. You too, E!
tickleddragon on December 30, 2007 at 9:50 PM
WoG, you are not alone there. That’s the common theme – willingness to overlook it.
Spirit of 1776 on December 30, 2007 at 9:50 PM
Yeah. Pretty much.
Where was she hiding in D.C. tonight, anyway? You know she was there somewhere.
Professor Blather on December 30, 2007 at 9:50 PM
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