It seems inconceivable to Cornerites that large numbers of Americans would have no idea who Fred Thompson is. But they’re out there. From a new Gallup poll:

What comes to mind when you think about former Tennessee Senator Fred Thompson?
Actor/television and movie actor 11
Like him 4
Would be a good president/Want him to run 4
Good/decent man/nice guy 4
“Law and Order” 4
Not a viable candidate/Won’t vote for him 2
Politician 1
Conservative/true conservative 1
Well-spoken/Good speaker 1
Republican 1
Honest/trustworthy 1
Nothing/not familiar with 58
No opinion 9