Talked to another Thompson Associate, separate from Campaign Manager Bill Lacy.

This Thompson associate said Thompson’s debate preparation was “more about making sure he said what was needed to be said on the policy side… He’ll be prepared to answer policy questions and answer substantively. “

“We figure his rivals will bring up experience in management; we’re expecting jabs in that regard. I’m sure he’s thinking he’ll get popped on the ‘Where were you in 1994?’ line. We’ll get some rejoinders on that point. It hit a sore point with both of ‘em… If we have problems, they’ll be if he is speaking like a senator and not speaking like a regular guy. If he starts falling into Senate-speak, we deserve to be hit hard. He’s been working hard to not do that.”