Romney on McCain, ObamaJuly 18th, 2008 | 5 Comments | Posted in Barack Obama, John McCain, MSNBC, Mitt Romney, Romney, Video
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Meet The Press - Sunday, July 13th, 2008July 13th, 2008 | 4 Comments | Posted in 2008, Andrea Mitchell, Barack Obama, Carly Fiorina, Claire McCaskill, Harold Ford Jr., John McCain, MSNBC, Meet The Press, Mike Murphy, NBC, Presidential Politics, Tom Brokaw
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Give it a watch:
Chris Matthews for Senator? |
As they say over on FREE REPUBLIC: Caution: Barf Alert!
Maybe he could pick Geraldo Rivera as his campaign manager. His candidacy might not play well in fly over country, but they would sew up the drama king vote.
~~John Cronin~~
http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/04/15/891804.aspx
Did you miss Chris Matthews’ guest appearance on Comedy Central’s “Colbert Report” last night?
Colbert grilled Matthews on whether or not he hopes to run for senator in 2010.
For his part, Matthews only said, “Some people growing up, some kids want to be a fireman. I want to be a senator.”
What Did You Think of the Debate?January 25th, 2008 | 27 Comments | Posted in Debate, Debates, Democrats, Florida, Hillary Clinton, MSNBC, Mitt Romney
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Everything I’m hearing on MSNBC is extremely positive. Chris Matthews can’t stop talking about Mitt’s sound bites, his demeanor, his answers, his “Presidentialness,” his hits on Hillary. They’re also ripping on John McCain. What are you guys hearing, and what do you think about the debate?
Glenn Beck Calls Out Media Bias Against Mitt |
Hat tip to reader Sadie for this article!
Looks like Morning Joe isn’t the only one finally saying something about this. Glenn Beck had this to say yesterday:
Apparently we do have some sort of a rule developing here that I just don’t understand. The truly important primaries are the ones that Romney doesn’t win….This is the new rule. It’s very hard, but once they put it up in a chart with just a slogan, if Romney wins, it’s not important. You mark my words. Florida is suddenly not going to be important.
I found this next part on Nevada very interesting. Living in Nevada, and hearing the polls here, I really was worried that Mitt might not win here. I’m still trying to figure out how the polls could have been THAT FAR off:
Nevada, however, is a different story. I mean, it’s obvious now. This is what they’re reporting. It is obvious that Romney was going to win, wildly expected, spent so much money. Romney was the man to win, wildly expected. Really? It was? That’s weird. Six days, six days before the caucus in Nevada, it was a 4-point lead for John McCain. By the way, that lead was not over Romney. That lead was over Giuliani. Romney was not only behind McCain at 22%, Giuliani at 18%. He was also behind Huckabee at 16%. Romney in Nevada, six days before the election at 15%. Some polls had him with a lead but nothing like the 51/14 win he wound up pulling off, Ron Paul coming in second. Now, does this give him any momentum? Of course not. People today are saying if he doesn’t win Florida, he should drop out.
Click below to read the entire article (hope I do this right).
Blatant Media Bias Against Romney and For McCainJanuary 22nd, 2008 | 10 Comments | Posted in Joe Scarborough, John McCain, MSNBC, Mitt Romney, Video
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HT to fellow blogger Andru Blonquist
Sunday, Dec. 30 MSNBC Huckabee/ObamaDecember 29th, 2007 | No Comments | Posted in 2008, Barack Obama, Early Primary States, Iowa, MSNBC, Media Appearances, Meet The Press, Mike Huckabee, Mitt Romney, Primaries & Caucuses, Tim Russert
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What a high stakes poker game this two gentlemen are sitting down to!! 48 hours before the most important election of their careers they walk into THE TEMPLE OF DOOM!
All hyperbole aside, it will be fascinating to see how these two liberals will be treated by Tim Russert. Does Tim lob softballs right over the plate or does he brush them back with 100 mph pitches? I honestly don’t have a clue.
What do all of you think? Will Russert, in effect, join their respective campaigns as media consultant for the time they are on the show or will he grill them as they having never been grilled before?
~~John Cronin~~
Huckabee contemplates suicide for “guys who spent tens of millions of dollars and aren’t further ahead”December 28th, 2007 | 12 Comments | Posted in 2007, 2008, Aberrant, Character, Christians, Common Sense Issues, Culture, Disappointment, Disgust, Evangelicals, Gaffe, Iowa, MSNBC, Mike Huckabee, Mike Huckabee, Mitt Romney, Morality, Religion, Suicide, Transcripts, Video, YouTube
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I was disgusted when I saw the video below. How long will Huckabee get a pass on this kind of language? Who wants their President talking this way? Last time I checked, suicide is at best morally ambiguous and at worst a mortal sin. How can a “Christian leader” talk so lightly about such a tragic act that takes over 30,000 lives per year (and another 24,000-750,000 attempted suicides) in the United States and leaves a massive wake of devastation?
“…and the point is, with limited resources, if you look at where we are, even in the national polls, we’ve spent a nickel to the hundred dollar bill of some of these guys. It’s not that I’m depressed thinking where we are, heck, I’m pretty encouraged. If I were some of these guys who spent tens of millions of dollars and weren’t any further ahead, I’d have to be sitting in a warm tub of water with some razor blades in both hands at this point saying how much money does one have to spend uh, you know, to get on track?“
First, let’s set aside that he gets his math wrong by two orders of magnitude (he meant to say a nickel for every dollar unless he believes that Romney has spent $654M in Iowa). Those kinds of gaffes are par for the course for Huckabee.
What is he saying here? Is he saying that Romney should be depressed and commit suicide? Is he saying that if he were in Romney’s place he would be committing suicide? That seems more likely. In that case, what does it say about the moral fiber and character of Romney vs. Huckabee that Mitt is nowhere near considering suicide given that’s where Huckabee would have ended up were their situations reversed? Do we really want someone so unstable and suicidal as our next POTUS?
Huckabee fans, before you accuse me of being willfully literal in my interpretation of Huckabee’s comments, let me assure you that what I think Huck is really saying is that he feels really good about his position in Iowa and that Mitt should feel really bad.
I just object to the way he’s saying it. It is crass, mean spirited, and unbefitting a public office holder, much less a “Christian Leader.”
I sent emails to the American Association of Suicidology (AAS) and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) letting them know about Mike Huckabee’s disgusting and trivializing remarks about suicide. These are leading suicide prevention and issue advocacy organizations.
If you feel similarly, you can email the AAS at info@suicidology.org and the AFSP’s Public Relations Manager, Wylie Tene at wtene@afsp.org.
UPDATE: Apparently, this story first broke back in October. And, it’s not the first time he’s done it, and he’s been called on it in the past. “Razor blades in a bathtub” is a regular part of Huckabee’s repertoire.
Implication? He must actually think that this line is funny and continues to use it despite being made aware that it can be taken the wrong way!
As we approach the primary voting season, there are more and more new folks finding their way to our humble blog. The information I found on this blog was extremely helpful to me as I assessed the various candidates in search of “the One.” As such, I thought it would be fitting for me to share why I am a staunch supporter of Governor Mitt Romney in his run for the White House.
In a nutshell, Mitt Romney is the only “full-spectrum” Conservative who can rally the support of all three wings of the Reagan coalition, namely, Social, Economic, and Foreign Policy Conservatives.
For a full treatment of Mitt Romney’s positions, I would refer you to his comprehensive policy book “Vision for a Strong America.” Let me summarize here, however, the highlights across the major issues:
• Foreign Policy
o War against Islamic Fascism: We are engaged in a multi-front war which will require using all of our military, economic, and diplomatic might to win; we must defeat the terrorists and those who aid and abet them as well as help the Muslim people enter the 21st century (click here and here)
o Iraq and Afghanistan: The surge is working and we must do what it takes to help Iraq and Afghanistan become stable democratic allies in the war on Islamic Fascism and support our troops (click here and here)
o Iran: Iran must not be allowed to become a nuclear state; diplomacy and economic sanctions are critical, but may not be enough; the military option must remain on the table (click here)
o Military: Need to increase defense spending to a minimum of 4% of GDP to make sure our armed forces have the equipment they need in the field and the support the need back home; the best ally of peace is a strong America (click here and here)
• Economic Policy
o Taxes: We need to keep the Bush tax cuts permanent, eliminate the Death Tax, and cut taxes on capital gains, dividends, and interest to zero for the Middle Class (click here, and here)
o Spending: We need to restrain Federal spending and close the deficit; will veto any budget where non-defense discretionary spending growth exceeds inflation minus 1%; Need to give the President a line-item veto; Strong track record of financial management from Massachusetts where he closed a $3B deficit and turned it into a $1B surplus without raising taxes; carry out a comprehensive review of government spending to increase efficiency and effectiveness (click here and here)
o Entitlements reform: Maintain benefits for current Seniors, but institute fundamental reforms combining slowing the rate of increase for benefits based on income, extending the retirement age, individual retirement accounts, and no tax increases (click here)
o Healthcare: Mitt Romney is the only candidate on either side of the aisle who implemented a universal health care plan; He covered all of the citizens of Massachusetts using market-based insurance without raising taxes; Governor Romney advocates a Federalist state-by-state approach to make health insurance more affordable for everyone (click here)
o Globalization: Continue to trade around the world but make sure we negotiate level playing fields in foreign markets and upgrade American competitiveness through investments in education and innovation (click here and here)
• Culture and Values
o Illegal immigration: Control the border first and turn of the “magnets” that attract illegal immigrants by implementing an employment verification system, no special path for illegal immigrants to become citizens (i.e. no amnesty), no sanctuary cities, increased enforcement by local police agencies (click here, here, and here)
o Traditional marriage: In favor of amending the constitution to keep marriage defined as between a man and a woman; fought the Massachusetts Supreme Court to prevent the state from becoming a destination for same-sex couples looking for marriage licenses (click here and here and here)
o Life: Much has been made of Governor Romney’s switch from being Pro-Abortion to Pro-Life; This is a critical issue for me; I have heard many times why he made this change, and I believe him; I believe that Mitt Romney will fight for the rights of the unborn and be a great leader in supporting Life (click here, here, and here)
The choice of a nominee and President, however, is not strictly a “right-brained” decision based on policy statements and positions. There needs to be something inspirational about a candidate whether it’s the way that they speak to a crowd, interact one on one, or something about their personal story that sets them apart.
Experiencing Mitt through articles and videos really helped seal the deal for me. Below, I have listed some of what I would consider the best of the best articles and videos that helped me come to the decision to support Mitt actively. I’m sure I’m missing some great material, but there is a lot down below. I would encourage you to click through as much of this as you can, and if you have a favorite that wasn’t listed, please leave a link in the comments!
Key videos, speeches, appearances, and articles:
• Articles
o Romney to the Rescue (Newsmax) – Great overview of Mitt Romney
o National Review’s endorsement of Mitt Romney
o The House that Mitt Built (Private Equity International) – Behind the scenes view of how Mitt ran Bain Capital and his leadership style
o The Making of Mitt Romney (Boston Globe) – Reasonably balanced biography of each of the major phases of Mitt’s life starting from his youth through today
o Consultant in Chief (Wall Street Journal) – Interview of Mitt where he talks about how he would fix the Federal Government
o For Romney & Company, Campaign is all Business (NY Times) – How Mitt runs his campaign and what it would mean for his Presidency
o Evangelicals for Mitt statement of support
o Mark DeMoss on why Evangelicals should support Mitt
o Ann Romney Opens Up (People Magazine) – Great interview with Ann; she would be a fantastic First Lady!
• Speeches
o “Faith in America” – Seminal address on the role of religious faith and liberty in our nation
o Address to the Value Voters Summit – Seminal address on culture and value issues
o Iowa Straw Poll victory speech
o Highlights from the Republican debates (click 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th)
o Speech at CPAC 2007 – One of Mitt’s first major addresses to the leading grassroots gathering of Conservatives; one of his best speeches in my opinion
o Presidential Campaign Announcement – Mitt announcing that he’s running and why he’s running
• Campaign videos
o Biographical overview video of Mitt Romney (click part I, II, III, IV, V, VI, and VII)
o “Path to Victory” webcast – Mitt and Meg Whitman (CEO of eBay) discussing the 2007 campaign and discussing the plan for 2008
o Retrospective of Governor Romney’s campaign in 2007
o Online “Ask Mitt Anything” – For those of us who don’t live in an early primary state, Mitt held an online town hall meeting which provides a really good overview of his key positions
o Christmas 2006 – Behind the scenes look at the Romney family and how they made the decision together that Mitt should run for President; cynics have criticized this video as contrived, but I love the fact that he has held his family together while achieving such exceptional success; you can’t fake this stuff
• Media appearances
o Mitt on Jim Cramer of CNBC’s Mad Money – Great interview by Jim Cramer where he calls Mitt the “Best businessman in America”
o Mitt on ABC News talking about Ann – Great interview of Mitt where he discusses what he loves so much about Ann
o Mitt on Meet the Press – Tim Russert throws everything he’s got plus the kitchen sink at Mitt who proceeds to address each point in a clear, classy, and compelling way
• My favorite TV spots
o “Searched” – Compelling true story of how Mitt Romney shut down Bain Capital and moved all the employees to NYC to search for and find the daughter of one of his partners
o “Choice: Judgment” – Striking contrast ad highlighting Mike Huckabee’s 1,033 pardons and clemencies (more than 2x his three predecessors) vs. zero from Mitt Romney
o “Choice: The Record” – Ad contrasting Mitt’s record on illegal immigration vs. Mike Huckabee’s record of supporting tax payer funded scholarships and in-state tuition for illegal immigrants
o “Not Politically Correct” – Mitt’s record supporting life, English immersion education, and traditional marriage
o “Experience Matters” – Ad highlighting the lack of real world, executive experience on the part of Hillary Clinton (and equally applicable to the other Democrats)
o “Ready for Action” – Summary of Governor Romney’s stump speech in 60 seconds; user-generated ad based on a contest that was run back in September
o “Our Home” – Some precious footage of Mitt playing with his children and grandchildren; focuses on the importance of strengthening our families
o “Leadership” and “Energy” – I just love the images of Mitt jogging through the backwoods and the focus on his track record in business; I think he’s the only politician I’ve seen jogging where it looked like he was actually in shape…not just a photo op
o “Ocean” – Ad lamenting the degradation of our culture and Mitt’s thoughts on how he would like to address it; as a parent this one really resonated with me
o “Tested, Proven” – One of his early ads highlighting his track record in Massachusetts
o “I Like Vetoes” – Ad highlights his track record of vetoing excessive spending; no doubt in my mind that he’ll control spending after seeing this ad and other times when he has addressed this topic
Finally, it is one thing to support Mitt with your vote, but I’d like to ask you to consider supporting Mitt in a more active way. Like many of you, I had always followed politics, but never became active in politics (other than voting) until this year in support of Governor Romney.
This year is different. First, this is arguably the most consequential election in over twenty years. The challenges and issues that will be faced by our next President will have far reaching ramifications for our children and grandchildren.
Additionally, we face a set of candidates on the Republican side who represent vastly different positions and perspectives, some of whom threaten to tear asunder the Reagan coalition that has served us so well. Whether it is the socially liberal and sanctuary city defending Rudy Giuliani, the divisive, theocratic, soft on crime and illegal immigration, and fiscally populist Mike Huckabee, or the McCain Feingold, “Gang of 14”, and pro-Amnesty John McCain, there are clear differences in the way that each of these individuals would take the Republican Party.
If you’ve found this persuasive, please do whatever you can to support Mitt Romney’s candidacy. If you’re from Iowa, please caucus for Mitt (get more information here). Winning Iowa is job one between now and January 3.
If you are not from Iowa, please stay informed by checking in here at Elect Romney in 2008 every day. Make a donation to help Mitt win the media air war. Put on a bumper sticker or put up a yard sign (get them here). And most importantly, talk with your friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors about why you’re supporting Mitt Romney! Personal testimonials from trusted individuals are by far the most effective ways to gain more supporters for Mitt!
If you still have questions or remain unconvinced, leave a comment and we’ll do our best to answer your question. Or better yet, if you are also a Mitt supporter, leave a comment telling us why! Thank you for reading!
Iowa Christian Alliance President Rejects Rudy Giuliani –Or– Why Mitt Romney Must Beat Mike Huckabee in IowaDecember 2nd, 2007 | 3 Comments | Posted in Christians, Iowa, MSNBC, Mike Huckabee, Mitt Romney, Rudy Giuliani
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Romney spoke Saturday evening at a Dubuque, Iowa gathering of the Iowa Christian Alliance (ICA). Read all about it here from MSNBC.
During his introduction for Governor Romney, ICA president Steve Scheffler took a lot of shots at Rudy. But the one thing he failed to mention is that the number one best way for Iowa conservatives to defeat Rudy is to put support squarely behind Romeny. As David Kim just posted, It is plain for everyone to see that a vote for Huckabee in Iowa is a vote for Rudy.
Because this story is currently headline-linked from Drudge, it is garnering lots of eyeballs and comments. Go leave a comment to educate the electorate about the Rudy/Huck connection…
On the Light Side for Your Friday…Romney Questionnaire from MSNBC |
Strike me a little bored this morning, after reading all the Romney/2008 News that I could find…
I found this questionnaire off of MSNBC’s site:
Mitt Romney
What item most reminds you of where you came from? Family Bible that Dad and I used to take oath of office as governor”
What were your best and worst grades or subjects in school? A to F. “Fortunately, I got more A’s than F’s.”
What pets live in your home? Family recently lost Marley, a Weimaraner
What is the last work of fiction you’ve read? “Term Limits” by Vince Flynn
What task at home needs tending? “Clean the gutters”
Alternate career choice? Auto company chief executive
Favorite food to cook? Hot dog
Desert island necessity? “My wife, Ann”
Favorite reality TV show? American Idol
Favorite fitness activity? Jogging
Worst habit? “Fidgeting”
Hidden talent? “Singing”
What time is “sleeping in?” 7 a.m.
What was your last music purchase? “Selection of Roy Orbison songs from iTunes”
What car or cars do you drive? 2005 Ford Mustang convertible
The Politico’s Jonathan Martin: “Gregg – whose father was governor and whose last name retains considerable cache – is the prize get in New Hampshire for any GOP presidential hopeful.” (Jonathan Martin, “Gregg To Endorse Romney,” The Politico, 10/29/07)
The New York Times’ Michael Luo: “Mitt Romney has landed a big endorsement in the Granite State. … So this was a big ‘get’ for Mr. Romney, who is leading in the polls in this early primary state.” (Michael Luo, “Gregg To Endorse Romney In N.H.,” The New York Times’ “The Caucus,” 10/29/07)
The Hill’s Klaus Marre: “Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney (R) scored a major win Monday with the endorsement of Sen. Judd Gregg (R-N.H.). The backing of New Hampshire’s senior senator should provide a boost to Romney, who already leads in the key early primary state.” (Klaus Marre, “Romney Scores Big Win With Gregg Endorsement,” The Hill, 10/29/07)
The Boston Globe’s Foon Rhee: “Mitt Romney will have a big name by his side today at a rally before he officially files for the New Hampshire primary. US Senator Judd Gregg, who is in his third term representing the Granite State, is endorsing Romney, his campaign announced this morning.” (Foon Rhee, “Gregg Backs Romney,” The Boston Globe’s “Political Intelligence,” 10/29/07)
ABC News’ Matt Stuart: “The endorsement is a boost for Romney’s New Hampshire chances, as the state’s junior senator, Republican John Sununu, has said he will remain neutral through the primary season.” (Matt Stuart, “Romney Wins Key N.H. Endorsement,” ABC News, 10/29/07)
MSNBC’s Erin McPike: “On the morning of his filing in New Hampshire, Romney got a nice boost to his Granite State campaign. Senior Sen. Judd Gregg (R) endorsed Romney and will join him in Concord for his presidential filing.” (Erin McPike, “NH Senator Endorses Romney,” MSNBC’s First Read, 10/29/07)
Wall Street Journal’s Susan Davis: “This is good news for Romney and comes on the heels of the latest University of Iowa Hawkeye poll released this morning that shows Romney as the clear favorite in Iowa, with nearly three times as much support as any other Republican candidate in the field in the state among likely caucus goers.” (Susan Davis, “Judd To Endorse Romney,” Wall Street Journal’s “Washington Wire,” 10/29/07)
Townhall’s Hugh Hewitt: “This is a very big deal for the Romney campaign. … Senator Gregg’s endorsement is the most sought-after in the Granite State, and it adds to the sense of momentum that Romney has built there.” (Hugh Hewitt, “New Hampshire Senator Judd Gregg Endorses Romney,” Townhall, 10/29/07)
CNN’s Mark Preston: “Gregg’s decision to back Romney is a major boost for the Massachusetts governor…” (Mark Preston, “Senior New Hampshire Senator To Back Romney,” CNN, 10/29/07)
The Washington Post’s Michael Shear: “Do endorsements matter? Mitt Romney is about to pick up a key vote of support that could help answer that question. Later today, Romney will receive the endorsement of New Hampshire Sen. Judd Gregg in Concord, according to the campaign.” (Michael Shear, “N.H.’s Gregg For Romney,” The Washington Post’s “The Trail,” 10/29/07)
The Atlantic’s Marc Ambinder: “It’s tough to say that any endorsement carries votes these days, but Gregg’s ability to validate Romney’s competence and economic message, as well as his freedom to act as a surrogate for Romney at events should not be underrated.” (Marc Ambinder, “Breaking: Sen. Judd Gregg To Endorse Romney,” The Atlantic, 10/29/07)
Real Clear Politics’ Reid Wilson: “Sen. Judd Gregg, dean of the New Hampshire congressional delegation, will endorse Mitt Romney today at the state capitol, the Union Leader reports this morning.” (Reid Wilson, “Gregg Endorses,” Real Clear Politics, 10/29/07)
Arizona Republic’s Dan Nowicki: “Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney today announced the endorsement of one of New Hampshire’s Republican senators, Judd Gregg. As far as Granite State endorsements go, this one is pretty big.” (Dan Nowicki, “Romney Wins Key New Hampshire Endorsement,” Arizona Republic’s “McCain Central,” 10/29/07)
The Headlines are in on the Gregg Endorsement for Romney…October 29th, 2007 | No Comments | Posted in ABC News, Arizona Republic, CBS News, CNN, Endorsements, Headlines, Judd Gregg, MSNBC, National Review Online, New Hampshire, The Boston Globe, The Hill, The Washington Post
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ABC News: “Romney Wins Key N.H. Endorsement.”
(Matt Stuart, “Romney Wins Key N.H. Endorsement,” ABC News, 10/29/07)
Arizona Republic: “Romney Wins Key New Hampshire Endorsement.”
(Dan Nowicki, “Romney Wins Key New Hampshire Endorsement,” Arizona Republic’s “McCain Central,” 10/29/07)
The Boston Globe: “Gregg: Romney Has
Conservative Philosophy To Solve Problems.”
(James Pindell, “Gregg: Romney Has Conservative Philosophy To Solve Problems,” The Boston Globe’s “Primary Source,” 10/29/07)
CBS: “Judd Gregg Endorses Romney.”
(Brian Montopoli, “Judd Gregg Endorses Romney,” CBS’ “Horserace ‘08,” 10/29/07)
CNN: “Senior New Hampshire Senator To Back Romney.”
(Mark Preston, “Senior New Hampshire Senator To Back Romney,” CNN, 10/29/07)
The Hill: “Romney Scores Big Win With Gregg Endorsement.”
(Klaus Marre, “Romney Scores Big Win With Gregg Endorsement,” The Hill, 10/29/07)
MSNBC: “NH Senator Endorses Romney.”
(Erin McPike, “NH Senator Endorses Romney,” MSNBC’s First Read, 10/29/07)
National Review Online: “With Gregg’s Endorsement,
It’s Already A Good Week For Romney.”
(Jim Geraghty, “With Gregg’s Endorsement, It’s Already A Good Week For Romney,” National Review Online’s “The Corner,” 10/29/07)
The Washington Post: “N.H.’s Gregg For Romney.”
(Michael Shear, “N.H.’s Gregg For Romney,” The Washington Post’s “The Trail,” 10/29/07)
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