Like a cartoon action hero flying high above the fray, Fred Thompson has so far managed to stay in the top tier of the Republican presidential race without much effort. This afternoon, the former Tennessee senator and Hollywood actor lands on the ground for a pivotal test of his late entry.
Debating the economy with his GOP rivals offers Thompson a chance to show some facility with policy details, something he has lacked on the campaign trail. There is an upside to Thompson’s lousy national press coverage in recent weeks, much of it focused on his lackluster style and unfamiliarity with some issues. Expectations are so low that he could easily exceed them.
Demonstrating a bit more energy and at least a minimal understanding of the issues might surprise naysayers. Tonight’s Republican debate in Michigan airs live on CNBC at 4 p.m. EST and re-airs on MSNBC at 9 p.m. EST.
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