Republican presidential candidate Tommy Thompson apologized to the Jewish community on Monday after stating that earning money is “part of the Jewish tradition.” Thompson made the remark during a speech before the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism. After being made aware that his remarks were problematic, Thompson returned to the podium and said, “I didn’t in any means want to infer or imply anything about Jews and finances and things. What I was referring to, ladies and gentlemen, is the accomplishments of the Jewish religion and the Jewish people. You have been outstanding business people, and I compliment you for that.” Tommy Thompson is the former governor of Wisconsin and served as the secretary of health and human services under President Bush.