Former Senator Fred Thompson Announces He Has Lymphoma
Former Tennessee Senator Fred Thompson announced today that he has Lymphoma. This dampens the spirits of those who were hopeful that he would enter the 2008 presidential race. The announcement came this morning during an interview with Fox News reporter Neil Cavuto
Thompson told the reporter that he had non- Hodgkin’s lymphoma, but that he had not been ill and was not experiencing any symptoms. Thompson stated that he was in remission, but that this type of cancer was very treatable should the need arise.
Lymphoma is a cancer that strikes the immune system, affecting more than 70,000 Americans annually. There is no cure for this form of cancer, however, patience can experience extended periods of remission, but often require treatment periodically.
Thompson is well known for his political and acting career, most recently playing the part of a District Attorney in the prime time crime drama, Law and Order. Thompson stressed that he was in remission and plans to continue with his life as normal.
In 2000, Thompson offered his support to families of sick employees of the Oak Ridge Tennessee Nuclear plant. Some of these families suffered from this very same form of cancer. Thompson was appointed to the Oak Ridge Site Specific Advisory Board. Then Senator, Thompson offered his support to the Compensation for Sick Nuclear Workers Bill.
Thompson has not commented either way on the 2008 presidential nomination. Many republicans were pushing for him to join the race. Thompson did however state that this cancer had no effect on his lifespan. Republican’s wanting Thompson to run opposing Hillary Clinton in the 2008 accelerate, may want to acquire another nominee in the event that Thompson declines to enter the rush.
Thompson, 64, has a colorful resume, ranging from attorney to stand-in for Paul Harvey broadcasts. His film credits are seemingly endless. Thompson is currently divorced, but had a two year relationship with Lorrie Morgan from 1994 to 1996. Greatly to his credit, frail Tennessee Governor Ray Blanton was prosecuted when Thompson uncovered his clemency for cash draw. Then practicing law in Nashville he was providing defense for a whistle blower in the case.
Tennessee polls project Thompson to become a presidential frontrunner should he decide to join the bustle. The probability of this happening now solely depends on his health. I’m sure the good senator would appreciate your prayers.
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Filed under Mesothelioma Treatment by on Jun 20th, 2011. 