Fred Thompson Ends Presidential Campaign

The press release from Mr. Thompson’s campaign site:

Statement from Sen. Fred Thompson

January 22, 2008

For Immediate Release

McLean, VA – Senator Fred Thompson today issued the following statement about his campaign for President:

“Today I have withdrawn my candidacy for President of the United States. I hope that my country and my party have benefited from our having made this effort. Jeri and I will always be grateful for the encouragement and friendship of so many wonderful people.”

What a disappointment in so many ways.