On the Issues
This page presents information that indicates where Fred Thompson stands on the major issues. Each issue includes documentation or links to audio, video, or print media.
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Voting Record
Fred Thompson’s Voting Record as a U.S. Senator
03/20/2007 - Print
This links to a site that provides voting records broken down by issues. Be sure to check the full quotes and background on important issues. The background gives an overview of details and concerns surrounding each issue, and presents the opposing views. The full quote gives the Senator’s logic and reasoning for voting the way he did on the issue in question.
Voting Record
Second Amendment
A New York State of Mind
08/21/2007 - Print
The same activist federal judge from Brooklyn who provided Mayor Giuliani’s administration with the legal ruling it sought to sue gun makers, has done it again. Last week, he created a bizarre justification to allow New York City to sue out-of-state gun stores that sold guns that somehow ended up in criminal hands in the Big Apple.
New York State of Mind
Fred Thompson comments on the origins of Second Amendment rights and the importance of judicial appointments
05/10/2007 - Print
This article is from the Fred Thompson Report on ABC radio.
Armed with the Truth
Fred Thompson comments on the Virginia Tech Shootings and the Second Amendment
04/19/2007 - Print
This article is from the Fred Thompson Report on ABC radio.
Signs of Intelligence?
Immigration
The Importance of Border Security
08/16/2007 - Print
You can’t have national security without border security. It’s not only necessary for any meaningful immigration reform; border security plays a key role in both the interdiction of illegal drugs and in defending America against terrorist threats.
The Importance of Border Security
Sanctuary Cities
08/13/2007 - Print
A “sanctuary city” is a city which bans cooperation between local officials and federal immigration officials, even when convicted felons are known to be illegal aliens.
Sanctuary Cities
A Good Day
06/28/2007 - Print
Fred Thompson comments on “A Good Day” in America when the voice of the people is heard. The “Comprehensive Amnesty Bill” has been defeated. Fred complements and attributes this success to talk radio, bloggers, and the collective voice of the American people.
A Good Day
Fred Thompson interview by Mark Levin
05/18/2007 - Audio
Mark Levin interviews Fred Thompson regarding the proposed “Comprehensive Immigration Bill.” Fred Thompson explains his common sense approach to the topic, and also discusses the current military funding battle waged by Congress. Mark Levin is very supportive of Fred Thompson.
Mark Levin Interview
Comprehensive or Incomprehensible?
05/18/2007 - Audio
Fred Thompson comments on the proposed “Comprehensive” Immigration Bill. “We should scrap this “comprehensive” immigration bill and the whole debate until the government can show the American people that we have secured the borders.”
Audio Immigration Bill Commentary
Print Version Immigration Bill Commentary
Fred Thompson comments on the problem of illegal immigration
03/20/2007 - Audio
This clip is from one of Senator Thompson’s guest host appearances on the Paul Harvey show. He demonstrates a common sense understanding of the problem.
Illegal Immigration
Federalism
Principles of Federalism
08/16/2007 - Print & Video
Fred Thompson explains the origins and benefits of Federalism. “Before anything else, folks in Washington ought to be asking first and foremost, ‘Should government be doing this? And if so, then at what level of government?’ But they don’t.” - Fred Thompson
Federalism
Fred Thompson “On Federalism”
07/27/2007 - Print
Fred Thompson explains the history and philosophy of Federalism, its evolution, and its future in America. Understanding the concept of Federalism is basic and necessary to comprehend the appeal of Fred Thompson.
On Federalism
A Federalist Approach to Malpractice Abuse
06/21/2007 - Print & Audio
Fred Thompson further explains his Federalist views and how a Federalist approaches issues such as the abuse of malpractice lawsuits. This is another article from the “Fred Thompson Report” on ABC Radio.
Federalism & Malpractice Abuse
Fred Thompson “Talking About Federalism”
04/23/2007 - Print
This article written by Fred Thompson explains his Federalist views - that the federal government should have limited enumerated powers and the rest would be left to the states .
Fred Thompson on Federalism
Fred Thompson “For the Defense, Federalism’n'me”
04/23/2007 - Print
Fred Thompson wrote this article for The National Review in response to an article by Ramesh Ponnuru. This article and the one above provide much insight into the subject of Federalism, and how Fred Thompson applies those principles in his decision making.
For the Defense, Federalism’n'me
Good Government
Real Earmark Reform Needed
08/14/2007 - Print and Audio
House Democrats’ campaign chief, Rep. Rahm Emanuel promised real earmark reform during last year’s congressional campaign. The actual result is a bill that only made earmark abuse worse. Republican Sen. Tom Coburn got it right when he said it “not only failed to drain the swamp, but gave the alligators new rights.”
Earmark Abuse
Power of the President
05/14/2007 - Print and Audio
Fred Thompson discusses the traditional powers of the President, and why a strong Presidency is necessary.
Presidential Powers
Economy and Taxes
The Gas Tax
08/10/2007 - Print
As we all know, there are few things more permanent than a temporary tax. Congress is contemplating a new “temporary” 5-cent increase in the federal gas tax –(already at 18.3 cents a gallon), which is on top of the state and local gas taxes.
The Gas Tax
The Economic Reality
08/07/2007 - Print
Fred Thompson discusses the strength of the current economy, which has been attributed largely to the policy of lower taxes.
The Economic Reality
Fred Thompson - Tax Cuts For Kids
06/22/2007 - Print & Audio
Fred Thompson examines the unintended consequences of tax policy, and the positive effects tax cuts can have on the children of America. This is from the “Fred Thompson Report” on ABC Radio.
How Tax Cuts Affect Kids
Fred Thompson - Tax Cuts Mean Growth
04/14/2007 - Print
A Wall Street Journal Editorial by Fred Thompson that looks at the issue of taxes.
Case Closed - Tax Cuts Mean Growth
Marriage Tax Penalty
04/05/2000 - Print
From the weekly articles that Fred Thompson published during his terms in the Senate.
Case Let’s End the Marriage Tax Penalty
Federal Courts, Legal Issues
Judge Southwick Should Be Confirmed
08/01/2007 - Print
Fred Thompson examines the Democrat efforts to block the nomination of Judge Southwick and other Federal Judge nominees. This is a must read article to understand the obstructionist policies of the Democrat Congress.
FDT on Judge Southwick
Followup on Judge Southwick Situation
08/02/2007 - Print
Followup on Judge Southwick
Various Domestic Issues
Eminent Domain
07/30/2007 - Print
Fred Thompson examines recent Eminent Domain case, and discusses the impact of recent cases.
“Last week, California officials in National City voted unanimously to use eminent domain to take over more than 600 properties—including a nonprofit youth center dedicated to keeping local kids out of gangs and off the street. They plan to give this land to local private developers for a group of condominiums.”
FDT on Eminent Domain
Common Sense on Capital Punishment
06/27/2007 - Print & Audio
Fred Thompson examines recent research that concludes that there is a clear deterrent affect of the death penalty.
FDT on Capital Punishment
Union Dues and Secret Ballots
06/19/2007 - Print & Audio
Fred Thompson examines the problems with a bill currently in congress that would do away with the right to a secret ballot in votes to unionize. The problems with this bill should be obvious. How could a United States Elected official endorse the elimination of any secret ballot.
Secret Ballot
Issues in General
Fred Thompson “On the Issues”
03/11/2007 - Video
Fred Thompson is interviewed on Fox News Sunday, and is asked about his views on many of the major issues and provides a quick glimpse of Fred and his beliefs. This is the interview that thrust the Draft Fred Thompson movement into national attention.
Fred on the Issues
First Amendment, Free Speech, Media
A Better than Fair Day
06/29/2007 - Print & Audio
Fred Thompson discusses the efforts to resurrect the “Fairness Doctrine”, and the growing power of the new media.
Better Than Fair Day
The Queen and Free Speech
06/25/2007 - Print & Audio
Fred Thompson talks about Queen Elizabeth, Salman Rushdie and Monty Python in support of our rights to free speech.
The Queen and Free Speech
Banning Dave Barry
06/15/2007 - Print
Fred Thompson comments on how “political correctness” infringes on our free speech rights, specifically on college campuses that have traditionally been havens of free speech and freedom of ideas. This article is from the Fred Thompson Report on ABC radio.
Banning Dave Barry
Radio Free Congress
05/17/2007 - Print and Audio
Fred Thompson comments on the attempt to revive “The Fairness Doctrine” to control media access. This article is from the Fred Thompson Report on ABC radio. Link to original audio is also available.
Radio Free Congress
Abortion / Right to Life
Fred Thompson Comments on his Pro-Life Beliefs
06/14/2007 - Video
This video introduces Fred Thompson’s family, and he explains his pro life beliefs and voting record.
Pro-Life Video
Pro-Life Advocates Say Fred Thompson Close to Announcing Prez Bid
05/14/2007 - Print
This article discusses Thompson’s pro life stance and anticipates his announcement.
LifeNews
Opposing Nomination of Henry Foster to Surgeon General
06/21/1995 - Print (text from Senate speech)
Comments on Senator Thompson’s argument against the Foster nomination. Includes full text of Thompson’s floor comments taken from the Congressional Record.
From the Congressional Record
International Issues
The Castro / Chavez Axis
06/14/2007 - Print & audio
Fred Thompson makes comparisons between Hugo Chavez today and Fidel Castro in the 1960’s. The situation in Venezuela today has many similarities to that in Cuba during the “missile crisis” era. This is from the ABC radio “the Fred Thompson Report.” Original audio is also available through this link by selecting the podcast player.
Castro / Chavez Axis
Fred Thompson’s Comments on Zimbabwe
06/11/2007 - Print & audio
This is the transcript of commentary, “An Unsustainable Development”, by Fred Thompson discussing the deplorable conditions in Zimbabwe and the inability of the current United Nations to help the situation. This is from the ABC radio “the Fred Thompson Report.” Original audio is also available through this link by selecting the podcast player.
Unsustainable Development
On the Situation in Israel
05/30/2007 - Print & audio
This is the transcript of commentary, “Living in Terror”, by Fred Thompson discussing Israel’s restrained response to daily missile attacks from Gaza. This is from the ABC radio “the Fred Thompson Report.” Original audio is also available through this link.
FDT on Israel “Living in Terror”
Tolerating Trafficing
05/21/2007 - Print & audio
This is the transcript of commentary, “Trafficking in Corruption”, by Fred Thompson discussing the United Nations. This is from the ABC radio “the Fred Thompson Report.” Original audio is also available through this link.
FDT on the United Nations
National Security, Terrorism
Good News About CAIR
06/20/2007 - Print & audio
Fred Thompson comments on the Council on American-Islamic Relations. This is from the ABC radio “the Fred Thompson Report.” Original audio is also available through this link.
About CAIR
Images of Oppression
05/03/2007 - Print & audio
Fred Thompson comments on the treatment of women in many radicalized Muslim cultures. This is from the ABC radio “the Fred Thompson Report.” Original audio is also available through this link.
Images of Oppression
Health Care
Duplicating Disaster - Do we Really Want Socialized Medicine?
06/26/2007 - Print & Audio
We’re hearing those phrases again; national health care, universal health care, socialized medicine. We’re being told that government bureaucrats can take over our entire medical industry …… Fred Thompson looks at some of the healthcare systems that many politicians want to duplicate.
Duplicating Disaster
A Federalist Approach to Malpractice Abuse
06/21/2007 - Print & Audio
Fred Thompson further explains his Federalist views and how a Federalist approaches issues such as the abuse of malpractice lawsuits. This is another article from the “Fred Thompson Report” on ABC Radio.
Federalism & Malpractice Abuse
A Prescription for the Nursing Shortage
06/13/2007 - Print & Audio
Fred Thompson discusses the aging “Baby Boom” generation, and the increasing shortage of nurses, and efforts by the Department of Veterans Affairs to address the issue. This article is from the Fred Thompson Report on ABC radio. Original audio is also available through this link.
Nursing Shortage
Bringing Medical Records into the 21st Century
05/24/2007 - Print & Audio
Fred Thompson comments on the need to update the system of Medical Record keeping in the United States. This article is from the Fred Thompson Report on ABC radio. Original audio is also available through this link.
Medical Records
Fred Thompson Article on The Myth of Cuban Health Care
05/02/2007 - Print
This article is from the Fred Thompson Report on ABC radio.
Myth of Cuban Health Care
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