David, I don't think the Thompson numbers are earthshattering
either from a pro- or anti-Thompson perspective. I just think it is
becoming increasingly clear that the advantages Thompson gained by
sitting on the sidelines have pretty much faded. Media attention to
his "pygmies" comments aside, that was basically Newt Gingrich's
experience.
My guess is the Thompson camp will move a little bit more
briskly toward a declaration of candidacy. But who knows? The flies
are buzzing.