In interview Fred Thompson says he doesn't 'crave' presidency

Former Tennessee Senator Fred Thompson said in an interview with Fox News Channel today he doesn't "crave" the presidency and implied that he would not be as visible on the campaign trail as others if he decided to run for president.

Thompson appeared in the rare interview today due to his announcement that he had lymphoma. The fact he announced his health condition and granted the interview is a significant sign that he is at least thinking of running.

He said he has a deadline for a decision to be made, but he wouldn't say what it was.

Asked if he was going to start behind other Republican candidates in terms of organization and fund-raising he dismissed that has "old book" thinking.

He said that he doesn't necessarily believe a presidential candidate needs to be on the road as often as they are.

"I don’t think it has to be done that way," said Thompson.

Polls have shown a hunger for a candidate like Thompson, who Republicans see as a true conservative.