Thompson is already being mocked despite having made only one legitimate campaign speech and a handful of exploratory appearances.

Definitely not the A-grade candidate he was made out to be.

Josh Marshall made a great point on Thompson.

Oh, and then he insulted Cubans by insisting that rather than coming to this country to escape communism or Castro, they were all terrorists.

“Our nation is based upon the proposition that our statutes, common law and the Constitution will not only be applied fairly between litigants, but will also be observed by the government. People will be able to rely upon the rules, usually long established, and their consistent application. This engenders respect for the law. It is a sad irony that a nation that is so dedicated to the rule of law is doing so much to undermine the respect for it.” — Former Sen. Fred Thompson, R-Tenn.

Stirring. I have a tear in my eye.

But wait…

“While for a long time I have urged a pardon for Scooter, I respect the president’s decision. This will allow a good American, who has done a lot for his country, to resume his life.” — Former Sen. Fred Thompson, R-Tenn.

Law and Order, my ass, Fred.