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Gannett News Service takes a look at Fred Thompson's pre-campaign strategy, and says that, while the "stealth strategy appears to be successful, its usefulness may be reaching an end."

Talk directly to conservative voters by making extensive use of blogs, podcasts and the other tools of the new online political landscape.
Make regular public speeches in key locations to friendly audiences, and take no questions so the message is what you say in the address.

Schedule your appearances to coincide with events involving the 10 declared Republican presidential candidates.

These are three key elements of former Tennessee Sen. Fred Thompson's pre-announcement campaign strategy. While the effort appears to be working, it may soon be coming to an end.

The story goes on to quote some of the usual-suspect conventional campaign consultants explaining why it's time for Fred to "pull the trigger" and officially declare his candidacy.