RIP Fred Thompson.*:(

[Black Diamond Vol]

 

[Creek Walker]

One of the last of a dying breed of politicians who could earn the respect of just about anyone regardless of whether they were Democrats or Republicans. I put him in the same classification as Howard Baker (which is fitting, of course, since he was a Baker protege). They just don't make Republicans like the two of them anymore, and that's a shame.

[HerbTarlekVol]

A true patriot who gave a damn about this country. 

Had the opportunity to meet him when I worked as a volunteer for his senatorial campaign.  He was larger than life - literally - near 6'5" and had a hugely magnetic personality.  He will definitely be missed.