Thunderbolt Display to non Thunderbolt Mac Book Pro?

I am looking at a display for my Mac Book Pro. I would like to go with the thunderbolt because I plan on a new Mac Book next summer. Can I use the Thunderbolt Display with my current Mac Book?

If your computer does not have a Thunderbolt port you can't use a Thunderbolt display.

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http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC914LL/A?mco=MTY3ODQ5OTY
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