He did not make any further statements on a possible campaign afterwards.
This helps stop possible future campaigns from the opponent.
As for possible future campaigns of his own, "We'll have to wait and see," he said.
The officials said the officers are likely to remain to form the core of a planning group for a possible military campaign against Iraq.
That would also position him better for a possible campaign for President in 2000, said this friend, speaking on condition of anonymity.
Testing has been on the fast track ahead of a possible American military campaign in Iraq.
At this stage, Cain referred to himself as a "dark horse" when asked about a possible campaign.
Successful ratification is possible, but only if a huge effort is put into the 'yes' campaign.
Democrats charge that the Governor is trying to impress conservatives in other states as he looks toward a possible campaign for national office next year.
The topics that he addressed were the state of the Iraqi economy and its stabilization post a possible military campaign.