Guilt By McCain-Feingold Association

In the rush to anoint former Senator Fred Thompson as the favored conservative 2008 presidential candidate, let it not be forgotten that Thompson voted for McCain-Feingold. Worse, according to Mark Salter, Thompson's efforts were crucial to the law's passage:

"If McCain-Feingold passes, it will not have happened if it weren't for Fred Thompson," said McCain's chief of staff, Mark Salter, on Wednesday evening.

I remain determined to not yet make up my mind about supporting any of the prospective 2008 presidential wannabees.