Romney's biggest problem in SC?

John B, Des Moines, IA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 14:42:39 GMT

I've stayed away from the subject until now, but others have been saying for a long time that Romney's Mormonism would be a problem with a significant portion of the Republican base. Those people look pretty smart about now.

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jerry/corpus christi texas — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 14:47:50 GMT

I'm sure John Kerry wishes the polling was correct in November 2004.

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PJ — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 14:51:49 GMT

Romney's biggest problem? Himself. He's just too much. Plastic hair, spray on tan, ever-evolving stance on everything.

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Rick, WS, NC — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 15:11:13 GMT

Lets be honest...jerrys party won't vote for a mormon anymore than they would a black man or a woman...no one other than white, uptight and stoned on religion need apply in the new republican party...

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Lee in CA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 15:11:35 GMT

With five sons all too patriotic to fight in Iraq, I don't see how he can lose. How can any American look at that and not say: "My unpatriotic little twerp joined th e army, like some America-hating Taliban member, bit MITT'S kids - they know what patriotism is - moving from mansion to mansion and helping elect another draft-dodging chicken hawk coward to expand the war" (they won't be in).

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jerry/corpus christi texas — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 15:19:42 GMT

I don't vote for the religion.....
I vote for the best candidate.......
I don't care if it is a man or a woman......

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Dave, Tn — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 15:20:26 GMT

It's not the Mormonism. It's the fact that nothing worth while has come from Massachusetts since John F. Kennedy.

Hunter or Huckabee the rest need to go away.

Rick I'd vote for a black or a woman who wasn't a democrat socialist. Don't blame us if you've been duped into only looking left for answers, and been running around in circles for years.

Holding out hope that Obama doesn't just turn out to be another Uncle Tom for the democrat party.

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Steve Turner Cedar Falls Iowa — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 15:20:52 GMT

Mitt channeling JFK on overcoming Religious Bias? This might conflict with his Values-thing. JFK was fond of channeling Marilyn Monroe and Judith Exner. Will Mitt have Madonna sing at his Inauguration Party?

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JHC, Bethleham, IS — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 15:48:12 GMT

Steve Turner Cedar Falls Iowa - if by Madonna you mean the Virgin Mother, then yes.

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Mike SLC — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:12:48 GMT

Being from Salt Lake City, the home of the mormons, I would not vote for Mitt, because every mormon politician has to check with church headqurters before a decision can be made.

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Laurie, Manasquan, NJ — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:16:48 GMT

Jerry, the polling was correct in 2004. Something else was going on called corruption of our voting system. It's for real and it could occur again in 2008. That's why there has to be overwhelming support for the candidate so that the fix can't occur in a pivitol state. When races are close it's much easier to fix an election.

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Ashley, Charlotte, NC — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:17:12 GMT

I met Mitt Romney in person at one of his "Ask Mitt Anything" meetings yesterday in Tega Cay, SC. I was extremely impressed with him. He is by far the most qualified of any candidate- Republican or Democrat. He was introduced by Ralph Norman who said, "Mitt Romney is the only candidate in the field who has signed both the front and back of a pay check." We need a candidate like Romney who has proven himself politically and in the private Sector.

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Ashley, Charlotte, NC — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:21:32 GMT

Mike SLC- Since many of the politicians in SLC are Democrat and not members of the Mormon faith, your stance that politicians need to check with Church Headquarters before making decisions is ill-informed. I lived in SLC for two years. I found no evidence whatsoever about your claim. Check the facts.

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Laurie, Manasquan, NJ — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:22:52 GMT

Hey Dave, TN - What do you consider a socialist? I'm curious. Would you have considered FDR a socialist? If so, try telling that to the millions of seniors and disabled that rely on Social Security. Also try not having Social Security in this country and see how fast we have serious social unrest. There aren't enough of the very wealthy or the very well off to sustain our country. You have to have policies that sustain the middle class or you don't hhave a country like ours anymore. If FDR hadn't instituted the programs he did, our country was headed for a dictatorship. Just do some reading and you'll find that to be true.

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kate — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:23:38 GMT

Anyone thinking that voting for Mitt they are not voting for any Mormon ideals needs to read "Under the Banner of Heaven" by Jon Krakauer. Not hat Mitt is a fundamentalist but the Mormon ideals go deep and the Mormon religion you cannot separate the man from his religion! Seriously, this (electing Mitt) would be a step down from Bush and we are already so low--how low can we go?

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pat huntington ny — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:23:40 GMT

The problem with Romney is that he's a right wing fundamentalist hate monger like them all. He's Bush in Mormon clothing. The best thing for Hillary would be for this guy to win the rethug. nom....that will ensure another Clinton Administration for sure!

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Pam, Greenville, SC — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:25:09 GMT

Jones' endorsement is clearly an act of hypocrisy. Clearly, he does not believe that God has the power to choose our leaders. He has denounced Falwell's "Moral Majority" which consists of Catholics, Mormons, etc. Now he is endorsing a Mormon. Christians should put the fate of the nation in God's hands, and should not be endorsing a Mormon candidate such as Romney.

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Alan T, Landing, NJ — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:26:30 GMT

If anyone buys the idea of Mitt as a potential POTUS, then I have some golden tablets inscribed with the Book of Moroni to sell you.

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Amazed, Atlanta — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:29:15 GMT

If the so called "christian conservatives" get behind the snake oil salesman "aka- Mitt".. they will forever seal their position as totally "phony". Hello guys- the cat will say anything you want to hear to get elected. He's a business man, who made millions cutting jobs and tearing corporations apart. Is that who we want running things? Good lord, people, use your heads!

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Lesli, Dallas, TX — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:29:39 GMT

Hey Mike--clearly you are not a mormon (or you WERE) And that's okay. Christian, Baptist, Catholic, Muslim, whatever. One: as long as it is not Devil worshipping, why is religion even in this debate? And Two: you are absolutely wrong about "every mormon politician has to check with headquarters before a decision is made". Have you been a politician in Utah?
Make sure you get your facts straight before you embarrass yourself. BTW--I am not LDS(mormon). But I am not looking to religion to run our country--just a good person.

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Rick, WS, NC — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:29:52 GMT

Dave LMAO...running around in circles? Thats funny coming from someone who is a bushie and not a real republican..a real republican believes in fiscal responsibility and staying the hell out of other peoples business, you believe the christian crackheads and neonitwits

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Dorothy, Layton, UT — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:30:26 GMT

Mike from SLC, don't say things you know nothing about. You're totally misinformed--and WRONG,by the way. Because of that, you give many people very inacurate information that could affect their opinions greatly!

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Chad, SLC — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:31:25 GMT

Mike in SLC, the degree of your ignorance is embarrassing. Having been born and raised in Salt Lake City, I have to question why delusional people like you live in the state of Utah. How can you suggest that Mormon politicians have to ‘check with church headquarters’ before casting any vote? I guess Mormon Senators Harry Reid (Democrat Majority Leader in the Senate) and Orrin Hatch (High Ranking Republican) must be talking to separate church Hierarchy. They disagree on 80% of the issues and Harry Reid has turned into Gov. Romney’s favorite target. You make absurd claims with ZERO evidence to back any of it up.

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Chuck Irwin — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:31:31 GMT

Mike from SLC, I lived in Utah for many years, and you are an idiot. I never saw or heard that from anyone but your type.

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EW, Fountain Hills, AZ — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:34:34 GMT

Rick from NC is right. A lot of good ol' boys won't vote for a man just because he is black or a woman just because she is a woman. Too many Christians are fundamentalist agents of hate and intolerance (to borrow from Mr. McCain). I will admit that I do have reservations about anyone who belongs to any religion that must get approval from church headquarters before a decision can be made. Very dangerous.

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Kathy, San Diego, CA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:35:55 GMT

You cannot compare being a Catholic to being a Morman. The Mormon religion is basically a cult and it is hard to support someone to run this country that believes in the Mormon religion. On top of that is the very plastic patina that Mitt has, evertying about him seems to be putting on a show.

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John, San Diego CA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:36:09 GMT

Mike from SLC
You obviously aren't paying attention. Harry Reid, the liberal, Democrat senate majority leader, is a Mormon. If he had to check with the church before making every decision, he would never show up at work.

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Ryan, Phoenix, AZ — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:39:54 GMT

Hey Mike SLC, before you start making things up, you might want to get your facts straight but since you don't even live in Salt Lake nor do you even know what a Mormon is, I suppose that means you have a lot of work to do.

There have been many Mormons in public government, including current Senate Maj. Leader Harry Reed and don't forget Romney as governor . How many stories came out of Massachusetts during his time in office that provide proof or even hinted at him having to consult LDS Leadership before a decision? Before you try slandering someone for their religious beliefs just because you choose not to believe the same way, get the facts right please.

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Evan, Florence, AL — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:40:19 GMT

It is NOT true that every Mormon politician has to check out their views with church headquarters. There are politicians on both sides of the aisle represented by members of that faith. Harry Reid would be a good example of this. Where are the questions about how his faith influences his politics?

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Robert Catalano, Salem, OR — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:40:20 GMT

Dave in TN, the epitome of Uncle Tom is sitting on the Supreme Court.

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Joan, Cincinnati, OH — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:41:13 GMT

Mike from Salt Lake City is correct. I lived in Utah for 13 years and have seen how the Mormon church works up close. Romney will be a figure-head for the grand prophet back in Utah to run the country. He won't make a decision without the church's okay. That's why Romney keeps changing his stance on every issue. It's about getting into office where his REAL agenda will start. For Mormons, the church comes before EVERYTHING else in their lives.

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Stan, Alpine, Utah — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:47:58 GMT

The LDS Church is always neutral on elections. They won't let candiates use church buildings for speeches or meetings, and don't endorse parties or candidates. Kind of ironic, isn't it that the mayor of Salt Lake City is a liberal ex-ACLU lawyer and the Senate Majority leader is a liberal mormon. Don't think pro-abortion Harry Reid is calling LDS CHurch headquarters for political input, Mikey.

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John Jacksonville, FL — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:49:56 GMT

What a terrible world we live in that we wont vote for a person based on his/her religion. All of the United States must come to terms and realize we are to elect a President based on his/her background and what they bring to the table.

Mitt is qualified. America is upside down from a business perspective and he appears to have the greatest business values, judgements and answers versus other candidates.

We have black people marrying white people in our socitey, whats the big deal if he is Mormon? Viewing him as a Mormon only candidate is a HATE CRIME. The next time you walk by a person and say hello, would you first ask "What religion are you before I greet you with a hello?" What a sad world...

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Branden, Arizona — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:51:46 GMT

It's UNBELIEVABLE to me that one's religious preference is a key consideration in voting for him. Is he honest? Is he street smart? Is he accomplished? Is he involved in scandal and impropriety? Is he a war-hawk?

There are so many good questions to ask of a candidate. Their brand of religion, their gender, their ethnicity...these are all considerations left for the ignorant and uninformed.

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David - Raleigh, NC — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:53:24 GMT

Regarding the comment that Mormon politicians need to "check in with church headquarters before making a decision": Harry Reed and Mitt Romeny must be have their headquarters mixed up.

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Christopher, Philadelphia, PA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:58:26 GMT

Mitt Romenys religion should not be considered as a crucial factor. Just look at his family and you will see a good man who loves his family and his country. He is very intelligent. Responding to the comment above that says he would have to check with church hq about decisions, that is totally bogus. He's great for the job

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Dennis Nelson — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:00:27 GMT

Apparently, there are those who are confused about the Mormons, I cant believe that a man is condemed because of his belife in Jesus Christ, The Mormon church is based on that beliefe. Now answer me, Whats that got to do with how he will goveren, Also one of the princples of the mormron church is to be honest with others. Looks like a good man to me.

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John S. Alexander, Edinboro, PA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:02:28 GMT

The poll numbers are all over the place, a sure sign that the republican party is having a hard time with more than two candidates, too many choices hurt my head, tell me what to do! I have been watching elections since my mom sat me down in front of the black and white tv to watch IKE. I have been hooked on watching democracy in action ever since. The republicans are in disarray and frothing at the mouth because they don't have a VP to take over the mantle (how come DICK ain't running?), some of their candidates have voting records that are not consistant with the mold they made for their FATHER HERO, evangelists are breaking apart into different political sects(Third Party, go ahead), the candidates know the overly emotive president is a HUGE albatross around their neck, IRAQ, HOUSING MARKET, Deficits are all coming home to perch on Bushies shoulder and he will trasfer all these pigeons to the next person. The political landscape for republicans are full of landmines that they planted themselves. We watched as you destroyed a sitting president over a personal peccadillo, now we can watch your guy self distruct. Are we enjoying it? As they say revenge is a dish best eaten cold. DAMN right we are enjoying!!!!! Gotta go Henry the gremlin KISSINGER is on Charlie Rose.

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Darren Spokane,Wa — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:04:04 GMT

I grew up in mormonism and every devote mormon like romney will do whatever the moron leaders tell him to do, he believes his eternal salvation is at stake if he does not. I don't believe in the apocolypse, but if it is true him being elected would be the beginning.

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Daniel Drew, Lehi Utah — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:15:14 GMT

I am from Utah, and I am LDS. I wouldn't vote for Mitt Romney. I would have if he didn't change his stances on issues just to get elected. I am a Democrat, I thought Romney had the posibility of being bi-partisan but he isn't. Mike, the LDS leaders do not tell us how Utah is run. There are Mormon Democrats, like Harry Reid who probably upsets most the LDS members, but the LDS leadership stays out of it.

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Monic, provo, Ut — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:15:25 GMT

Mike from SLC i live in Provo and must tell you that you do not know Mormons that well.No one checks with church headquarters.What has temporal affairs got to do with spiritual affairs.I do not care what you think about mormon,one thing i know is that there are true members of Jesus Christ church on earth.We have good marriages, mine is intact with 3 kids just as Romney's. My home is a heaven on earth i'm pride to have joy in such a joyless economy.Become one and your life will change.

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Jake, SLC also — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:15:29 GMT

Mike SLC, are you saying that the Democratic Senate Majority Leader Harry Reed checks in along with Sen Orin Hatch? Please don't mis-lead those who are not familiar with deceptive comments.

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Nick, Riverside CA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:20:36 GMT

Mike from SLC,
im Mormon, and i know a couple of Mormon politicians, but no, they do not check in with the church on issues. In fact the church is pretty good about keeping political issues out of the church. The church teaches religious principles, not political. People thought JFK would be getting all his answers from the Vatican and that turned out to be false, so the same would be for Romney.

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James, FL — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:22:18 GMT

I have to partially agree with Dave in TN. 1776 was the last year that Massachusetts produced anything of value to this country. However, having said that, come Nov 2008 if the choice is between Romney and that woman I would have to vote Romney.

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James, Cedar Hills, UT — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:27:12 GMT

Give me a break Mike SLC. That is COMPLETELY untrue.

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Sean K, Salt Lake, UT — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:30:05 GMT

Mike from SLC, that is completely incorrect. I am a mormon and my political stances are not dictated by the "church headquarters". In fact, I have strongly disagreed with some political decisions made by mormon leaders. That comment is rediculous as saying a Catholic leader must confirm his political decisions with the pope.

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Cheryl, Tigard, OR — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:30:54 GMT

If every Mormon politician has to check in with church headquarters before making a decision, how do you explain the disparity between Mitt Romney and Harry Reid, the LDS/Mormon Senate majority leader! They are like night and day! Every Mormon politician has his free agency to act and vote as he sees fit! It all goes back to their core personal values. If it happens to be in line with the Church's teachings, so be it, but the Church does not dictate a man's vote.

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Micah TX — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:32:45 GMT

Romney is the best choice for the GOP. His religion is not an issue, the media would have you believe it is. More people said they would not vote for an Evangelical president.

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James from Orem, Utah — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:36:34 GMT

I agree with Ashley from Charlotte, NC. You can tell the people above have a pre-disposed bias against Romney because they get their information from outside sources. He really is a good guy and doesn't call church headquarter at all as the anti-mormon stated above. What's interesting is that most of the hate for Mitt is coming because he's actually looking like he's going to win. When open-minded people who are interested in getting to know the candidates, they like Mitt more and more. He's someone who will lesson Washington's power and create more leverage on people to work for their freedom.

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Chris, Gilbert AZ — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:49:37 GMT

Mike in SLC. I just thought I would let you know that you have been misinformed. Being involved in politics, and being member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (whom you and most ignorant people around the world call Mormons), I can inform you at this time that politicians need not consult with any member of the church before making any political decision. I am apolled that such ignorance is coming from Salt Lake City, which I consider my hometown.

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Laurie, Manasquan, NJ — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:51:19 GMT

Mitt Romey is a corporatist plain and simple. Whatever is good for the corporations and the wealthy will be what he champions. The Republicans are for corporations not people...the general welfare is not important. Lining the pockets ofthe wealthy is. You just have to look at the last 7 years to see that is true. The conservative values thing is just a sideline that Romney has to address and pretend to be on board with. Our country is headed for a financial collapse because of the policies of this administration. The dollar has sunk to new lows against the Euro and still sinking.

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CFL, Texas — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:51:47 GMT

Mike, you are so right about Mormon politicians having to check with Mormon church headquarters before they can vote or spit. Mitt Romney isn't a conservative who happens to be Mormon. He's a Mormon who is trying to play conservative in order to be president. Ironically, it's the best revenge the Mormons can get on the US who they feel has persecuted them through the years. After all, they feel they were chased by the US from Missouri (Joseph Smith said was MO was their promised land and the original Garden of Eden) to Nauvoo, IL to Salt Lake, and on top of all that, the US made them give up polygamy to become a state. Mormons feel that if Mitt is elected president, it will legitimize their religion and be a vindication of their history. It's personal.

If Mitt Romney's Mormonism wasn't a problem, he would be more open to talking about it, but he knows it's the potential albatross around his neck. Ask yourself why, then research what the Mormons believe and how they operate; i.e. what corporations they own and how their control works. This isn't a prejudice against all Mormons. I personally know some fine Mormon people, and they can believe what they want, but take a good look at the Mormon heirarchy and you'll see the strings attached to Mitt the puppet. No good Mormon, as rich and influential as Mitt, goes without them.

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Lisa, Fort Worth TX — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:54:55 GMT

I'm certain republic Dave has never taken advantage of any "socialist" programs. Surely he's never used any of any benefits for which he's eligible. I even bet he will refuse his social security if he's still alive to receive it. No GI bill, no student loans, no small business loans,no public education,no medicare for him...a totally self-sufficient guy Dave is. REPUBLICS NEVER TAKE A DIME FROM THE U.S. TREASURY. You can count on that as surely as you can count on the republics being the party of fiscal responsibility and compassionate conservatism...NOT!

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Chris, Gilbert, Arizona — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:57:24 GMT

Amazed in Atlanta,
That is exactly the type of person we want running our country. If you take a look at what he has done with his businesses, you will realize that is exactly what needs to happen to the federal government. First of all the government has too much control on what happens, there are too many government jobs that are not necessary. The budgets need to be cut up, revamped, and simplified. I think any genuine republican would take a look at what Mr. Romney has accomplished in his business and realize that this is exactly what our country needs. If anyone disagrees with this, I would love to continue the debate in more detail.

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Dennis Phoenix, Az — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:00:19 GMT

Ashley, I also lived in utah for 40 years and yea there were a few elected Democrats, but very few. But the majority of the State legislature are Republican Mormans. Now who do you think gets their bills passed. Get YOUR facts straight. The Church runs the state and if Romney wins he will get approval from the church leaders before he makes any decisions. All the crazy laws and decsions are made by the church, check out the liquor laws which is ran by a state licensing committee ran by all non drinking Mormans, retail closed on Sundays, public facilities closed on Sundays, lack of hate crimes legislation, the list goes ont. These decision are based all on the the Morman idealogy.

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Trey, AZ — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:06:47 GMT

Joan from Ohio, just another crazy left, anti-religion quake. People hate Mormons because of all the religions they are pegged as the most religious...I am not saying most correct but most religious. To say the President of the U.S.A will go to a church leader for policy is so stupid I wont comment on it. Leave Romney alone...attack him for something meaningful not religion

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Carson, Lincoln Neb — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:07:16 GMT

He is an idiot period. He acts like a stuffed Ken doll./

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Ron Houston,TX — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:10:05 GMT

To kathy in San Diego

Mormonism is as much a cult as Catholicism as the Bible thumping hypocrites like Dubya and his wars, Tom Delay, Larry Craig, whore mongering Congressman from louisiana, Richard Roberts, ad nauseum. Running for president is not the same as running for Pope, Head Rabbi, Chief Imam, presidnet of the Baptists or any other religion. This is a job for someone who can get things done. Look at Bush the values guy: war in Iraq, sub prime mess, oil prices, purchasing power for the average Joe at an all time low over the last 50+ years, environment going to hell, a superficial unsuccessful education initiative, unsuccessful war in Afghanistan that was justified, loss of respect for the US internationally because of his policies, two of the three legs of his axis of evil with nukes while the one he attacks with none. The US needs someone who understands the national and international problems and get people to work together to solve them. I do not worry about gay people getting married or the gay hordes invading our borders, or whether kids have sex (they have been doing that for centuries) or whether someone chooses to have an abortion (their choice which is what the Repubs are all about, choices and it is legal). We need a leader who can protect us not who has the best religious bio.

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Lee in CA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:13:17 GMT

Forget his religion!

He's a draft-dodging chicken hawk who is already "poised" to attack Iran, but none of his FIVE sons is in the military!

Buy a clue!

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KW, Glendale, CA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:14:08 GMT

Wait - if Mitt is supposed to be this slick politician who will say anything to get elected, why doesn't he renounce his religion? That would clearly be the best option for him if he wants to win over the closed-minded Christians. My guess - his 'flip-flopping' is a genuine change of heart. Obviously, he's ok with fighting against the current if he's willing to stand by his religion.

When I first heard that he was running, I thought I'd never vote for him because of his flip-flopping. After hearing his explanation, I can say that it's at least possible that he had a genuine change of heart. I haven't crossed him off. In fact, he seems to be growing on me.

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Kevin, Albuquerque, NM — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:19:38 GMT

Ashley in Charlotte, I lived in SLC for 25 years, not two. Mike is 100% correct. I left because I was tire of "the one true church" running the government and all politicians & 80% of voters needing their bishop's guidance before making a decision. Mitt will be no different. If he believes in his religion, he will be required to follow the orders of the Gordon Hinkley, the "prophet", without question. After all, it would be the Word of God.

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Ashley, Charlotte, NC — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:23:02 GMT

Dennis from Phoenix - yet another person who needs an education. There is no denying that in Utah there are more Republicans in office than Democrats. The reason is that by and large Republican ideals (strong family, strong military, smaller government, etc.) align with Christianity as a whole, not exclusively the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. You can find this same Rebuplican/Democrat ratio in predominantly Christian states elsewhere. You also cite that "Morman" (By the way, learn how to spell! How can you have lived in Utah for 40 years and not know that it is spelled M-O-R-M-O-N) lawmakers keep retail and public facilities closed on Sundays. I'm sure that you can walk into a Utah Target store on any given Sunday. Being that your entire argument is ridiculous and easily defeated, your assertion that Gov. Romney would check with Church Headquarters at every turn is equally laughable. Again, M-O-R-M-O-N. Practice with me now...

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KW, Glendale, CA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:24:45 GMT

Dennis, I can't believe you're so ignorant about local politics. Of course if a community wants to pass a law, they'll pass it - crazy or not. It has more to do with the desires of the voting public than the religion of the policy makers. As many people have mentioned, Harry Reid is in opposition to many of Utah's politicians and laws - but he's an active Mormon. Stop spreading the hate to satisfy your own personal vendetta against Mormons. They're good people, in general. I've had great experiences with them. If you don't want to live the same laws that a specific city or state wants to uphold, then move.

Also, if you're going to claim to know so much about Mormons in politics, at least try to appear knowledgeable - it's "MORMON" not "MORMAN".

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Instant Classic — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:27:24 GMT

"To say the President of the U.S.A will go to a church leader for policy..... is so stupid ......I wont comment on it. "

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Jack — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:32:23 GMT

Dennis Phoenix, democracy by definition is where the opinions and values of the majority rules. In Utah, the democratic system is working as it should. If this bothers you, you might consider getting some diversity and tolerance training.

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G.P. — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:44:55 GMT

Would President Romeny direct NASA to begin space explration for the star KOLOB? The LDS God lives on a planet that orbits KOLOB.

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TC, WPB, FL — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:48:12 GMT

I have no problem with Mitt's being a Mormon, he could worship me for all i care and i still wouldn't vote for him. He's a a warm plastic canidate. Warm so he is still pliable and plastic because he is sooooo fake. I've watched all the republican debates and some of his advertisements online. If you think our country is too polarized now just wait til Mitt takes office, he'll have pubs and dems fighting til the death. And as far as the whole argument that being a good ceo makes a good president all i can say is what have u ppl been smoking, and do u have any left?? CEO's are the worst, everything comes down to bottom line. The insurance for their employees, the safety of the customers, the environment all subject to a cost effective analysis. So far the only republican canidate that seems to be genuine and actually thinking in the best interest of the whole country and not just the social conservatives is Ron Paul. You may not agree with everything he says be he's speaking the truth and now some well rehearsed sound bite like Mitt.

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Ron Harris Los Angeles, CA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:50:37 GMT

This debate about presidential candidates' religion is frustrating to someone like me. As a non religious person all of my life, it's more than interesting to observe the carping and backstabbing among the various religious folks of this country and the world. As most of the woes of the world today are caused by people of different religions killing and maiming one another, it's hard to not hold all of them in contempt. When I meet someone new and the first thing they do is flaunt their religiosity, the first thing I do is grab my wallet, check on my loved ones and always make sure I'm facing them. I'm sorry to say it, but if pollution, germs or climate change don't get us, a religiously inspired nuclear Armageddon probably will. And it will, no doubt, be launched by an elected, religious person or persons.

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Floyd Hoopper — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:56:49 GMT

Utah is a theocracy run by Mormon Republicans. If this is what America is looking for, the may I suggest voting for Willard M. Romney, aka. Brother Mitt Romney.

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Floyd, Salt Lake City, UT — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:57:59 GMT

Utah is a theocracy run by Mormon Republicans. If this is what America is looking for, the may I suggest voting for Willard M. Romney, aka. Brother Mitt Romney.

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Dennis Phoeni, Az — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:01:01 GMT

blah blah blah, that old answers doesnt work any more, what ever happend to freedom of religion that means from it also, I believe in God but not in to fake relgions. Dont appreciate having their religious beliefs forced on me.

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Laurie, Manasquan, NJ — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:06:01 GMT

Lisa - Fort Worth...you are so correct. These Republicans hate socialism but they're right there with their hand out for all the services that they espouse to hate. Hypocrites all. As for running the government like a corporation. Let's look at that for a minute. For a coporation, profit is the bottom line. So rather than give the service that benefits the people the most, what the people will get is a service that benefits the bottom line the most. The people are not served well by the greed that comes from profit motivation. The reason our health care situation is on the verge of imploding is because of the profit motiviation built into the system at every level. In the end it certainly isn't more efficient, and it could very easily be immoral. It's a never ending quest for profits that drives the prices ever higher and higher for health care and drives more and more people and companies out because of ever increasing premiums, co-pays and deductibles. Could you just imagine if Social Security were run by a private company. It wouldn't be long before you would see dwindling numbers of seniors on social security as eligibility is restricted and the checks become smaller. How would we as a society feel to see thousands of seniors homeless on the streets.

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Dennis Phoenix Az — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:10:15 GMT

Boy the truth sure upsets alot of you and as far as tolerance well why dont you ask the Morman leaders and their members to look up the word tolerance. I was raised in utah as a non Morman and have never expereinced more blatant discrimination like I did growing up just because I wasnt Morman. Also ask the gay community In utah how they are treated, or their gay members, oh I forgot their to scared to come out.
And as far as my typo of the word 'morman' excuse me, and grow up.

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Laurie, Manasquan, NJ — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:15:28 GMT

Republican ideals don't "align with Christianity as a whole" at all. Jesus would never condone the actions of most Republicans including those on the religious right. Jesus would more align himself with the ideas of the progressives and liberals. Jesus would be the first to say we should have universal health care for all. He would treat women, minorities and homosexuals equally and fairly. He would not condone the death penalty. He would never have allowed religion and politics or religion and business to walk hand in hand. He cared about the masses of people. It's a joke to say that Christianity aligns itself with the Republicans. What you really mean to say is "organizaed religion" aligns itself with Republicanism. That's a very different statement and much truer. And organized religion has nothing to do with Christianity. They are all wolves in sheeps clothing.

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DD, Mesa, AZ — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:16:08 GMT

Do we really want a president who would follow a religion (cult?) that was made up by an uneducated racist? The Church only began ordaining people of African decent to the priesthood after 1978 - only 29 years ago!!!

And he had caused the cursing to come upon them, yea, even a sore cursing, because of their iniquity ... wherefore, as they were white, and exceedingly fair and delightsome, that they might not be enticing unto my people the Lord God did cause a skin of blackness to come upon them. And thus saith the Lord God: I will cause that they shall be loathsome unto thy people. 2 Nephi 5:21-22

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Ken, St. Louis, MO — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:32:03 GMT

I am a liberal Christian, a Democrat and have Christian values, the poor, elderly and children. Most Christians do not consider Mormans to be Christians so I doubt that they would vote for him. It seems to me that Mitts "real" views are much closer to the Democrats Christian values as opposed the the GOP Kristian values. My issue with him is that he totally abandoned EVERYTHING he believes in just to get the nomination. I don't trust him. It has NOTHING to do with being LDS.

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Jeff, Phoenix AZ — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:39:18 GMT

The Republican Party is in trouble. It appears that many Republicans are viewing current candidates based on religion rather than their political platform. By ignoring a candidate’s platform we are failing our responsibility as citizens to search for the best candidate to lead our country. Whether or not Mitt is the most qualified to lead is for each of us to decide. But in making our decision we would be wise to focus on a persons platform and leadership ability not their religious beliefs (whether we are in agreement with those beliefs or not).

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best combination, VA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:43:34 GMT

It would be neat if we had a black mormon woman running for office

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J.D. in California — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:44:36 GMT

Alert to MSNBC:
Once again this site is being used by dirty tricksters posting multiple posts with phony sigs but coming from the same person. This time they are coming in bunches, all signed with UT. as the state of the poster, all attacking one poster who dared to suggest that Romney is beholden to his church. Can't you at MSNBC do something to stop this kind of trash--limiting one sig from the same computer. In the past we have seen this repeatedly from one lone loser supporting Ron Paul. Note: its only repubs who do dirty tricks!

And to "Ashley" who may be behind these phoney posts:
"Mitt Romney is the only candidate in the field who has signed both the front and back of a pay check."

You failed to mention that Mitt was on both sides of these checks. He never has worked for anyone but himself, except when he was in that mormon missionary position. Being a vulture capitalist doesn't qualify as a job. He was basically a predator who preyed on inovators and entrepeneurs. Romney doesn't pray for America, he preys on America.

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Ron Harris Los Angeles, CA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:46:44 GMT

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slime buster — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:47:12 GMT

Ken you are correct. Mitt the moron is not a good person. He is all about Mitt and he says what ever you want to hear for what ever serves his purpose.
He can not be trusted. Slime is his middle name.

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Ron Harris Los Angeles, CA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:47:40 GMT

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Chad, SLC, Utah — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:52:51 GMT

Too many people are concerned about Mitt's "stance on everything" methods. At least he has a stance. No other candidate has taken strong stances like Mitt has. All of the other candidate's have flip-flopped just as much, if not, more so than Romney.
Does it really matter that he is a Mormon? Are you all so stupid to let this one small thing sway the way you think? What's so bad about it anyway? Is it the fact that he has only been married once? Is it the fact that he is a great husband and father? Is it the fact that he believes in something? J. Edgar Hoover once said that "if any person turns his back on his upbringing and home teaching, he will easily turn his back on his country." Why can't you all admire him for his integrity and count that as one of his strengths he will take to the White House? The Presidential Office is in great need of integrity. NO candidate from the democrats will bring this quality.
Mitt has my vote hands down.

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Deb Reed Northgelnn Colorado — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:56:28 GMT

CFL, Texas-I grew up in Arizona around Mormons, cousins, aunts, etc. You are absolutely correct about this cult they pretend is a religion. Research their beginnings and how only within the past 30 years they have even begun to mention Jesus Christ in their attempts to legitimize themselves. Romney will have a Mormon agenda and it is vindication.

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T-Bird — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:59:06 GMT

"45% say they are less likely to vote for Romney because he is Mormon" Nice job media.... What this really says is that the other 55% don't care about the man's religion and will vote for the best candidate regardless of his beliefs. This is why Mitt doesn't address his beliefs, because they're not that big of a deal. Look at most of the polls and you'll see that the minority (<50%) have an issue with his beliefs, the majority of the people don't care either way.

The last thing on my mind is Romney's religion. What I care about are his views on the economy, the war in Iraq, social security and education. Why doesn't the media spend time on that?

Oh... CFL, Texas, like you I know many LDS Church members and none of them have strings attached to the leadership of the church and many of them are prominant in our community. How come nobody asks about Guiliani's or Hillary's religion and about the strings they have attached?

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Laurie, Manasquan, NJ — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 20:00:08 GMT

Chad, SLC, Utah - Please...no candidate from the democrats side has integrity? You show your stupidity when you make such obviously partisian statements. How can you be taken seriously. Are you that ideoligically fixated so that you don't have an independent thought in your head???

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Mike SLC — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 20:00:42 GMT

Ashley - The only politician in Utah that is a democrat is the SLC Mayor and 1 Congressman. If you would like I could send you the list.

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Peter, Portland, OR — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 20:06:53 GMT

If you don't believe that having a Mormon as President is a bad idea, check out the statements on this site by Mormons who have seen the light.

http://www.exmormon.org/

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CFL, Texas — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 20:17:35 GMT

Not only does Mitt's God live on a planet that orbits KOLOB, at one time he was human like us and worked his way up to being God. Mormons believe our universe was given to this God to populate with "spirit babies" that he makes with his God-wife. (That's why Mormons call God "Heavenly Father.") The Heavenly Mother is eternally pregnant, and this is why Mormons don't believe in birth control. They must make all the human bodies they can for the "spirit babies" to inhabit.

Mitt, as a male practicing Mormon (who went on his required mission and was even a stake president at one time), believes that if he is good enough and keeps all the Mormon commandments, he, too, will one day have his own universe where he and his God-wife will make "spirit babies" for eternity. This is Mormon paradise or heaven. (A Morman man gets to have sex forever while his wife is eternally pregnant. Sounds like Mormon women got the short end of that deal.)

So, Mitt must keep in good standing with the LDS leadership or risk losing his "priesthood" that all compliant Mormon boys are given. The LDS leadership have total control over his "salvation" and future paradise.

This is where there will be a problem with separation of church and state. To a Mormon, there is no such thing. The Mormon church is everything; the doctrines of Joseph Smith are everything. They control the Mormon's life because they control their afterlife.

Joseph Smith was a racist - not only to blacks but also Native Americans. He could not believe the were responsible for the ceremonial mounds in upstate New York and down the Ohio River. He thought there had to be another explantion, so he made one up. In the Book of Mormon, he stated they were the piles of bodies from cataclysmic wars. Archaeology has proved him wrong, but it was the starting point for his fable.

Those of you who have never lived in Utah have no right to defend Mormon life or politics. You don't know what you're talking about. Utah is a separate country within the US, and is governed by Mormon theology. If you want someone who believes in that theology, then by all means, vote for plastic Mitt.

This isn't about Mitt's religion. It's about what he truly believes and how that will affect him as president. Right now, he's AFRAID to state what he believes. Ask yourself why that is. Be informed. Research it yourself. Don't take my word or anyone else's word for it.

By the way, Joseph Smith said God told him polygamy was a commandment, not a choice. The word of the Mormon prophet supercedes all other everything and all scripture. How will Mitt Romney react if the current Mormon prophet tells him to nuke Iran? He can't disobey.

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Ashley, Charlotte, NC — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 20:46:36 GMT

JD in California- While I am flattered that you think I could be posting under multiple signatures, I assure you that I have been posting only as Ashley, Charlotte. Just goes to show that the lack of evidence never stopped a liberal from making accusations. What I was saying with regard to Mitt's paycheck signing is that he signed as both an EMPLOYER and an Employee. You obviously didn't get the point. As far as his employment as a "Vulture" capitalist, what evidence do you have on his "preying on innovators and entrepreneurs?" None? but yet you post anyway? Come back when you are ready to debate like a big boy (or girl, your signature is ambiguous).

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Jack — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 20:48:26 GMT

It's amazing to me, what other religion in the world is it so acceptable to ridicule, like G.P.'s comments.

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Ashley, Charlotte, NC — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 20:48:48 GMT

Mike SLC - I know who they are. It doesn't matter. They were elected by the populace. If more people in the area thought like Democrats, then more Democrats would be elected. Bottom line, end of story, thank you for playing...

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John B, Des Moines, IA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 20:51:23 GMT

I don't really care about Mitt's religion. I do care that he said he believes it's the right of the President to lock up anyone at any time for any reason with no rights or recourse on the part of the imprisoned. It bothers me that he feels the President can move money from one part of the budget to another to fund his own priorities. It makes me laugh that he claims to be the agent of change but wouldn't change a thing about GW's wars, authoritarian agenda, tax policies, or practically anything else. That's MORE than enough for me to not vote for him.

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Chris, Austin, Tx — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 21:02:52 GMT

Every politician listens, the question is always who are they really listening too. Bush stated he was a compassionate conservative and would reach across the isle to bring the country together. Nothing could be farther from the truth, I’m sure his place in history will reflect just that. No one except for Mitt really understands what he stands for because he changes like the weather. That is exactly what we will get with him as president. Fruit do not fall far from the tree nor does it change its nature. Remember this when exploring candidates.

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Ron Jeffers — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 21:08:25 GMT

In regards to Mr. Romney, I am more concerned about his sudden changes of heart and mind than I am about his religion. Presidents need to be able to make decisions and stick with them. Mr. Bush has frequently used his religious convictions to make public policy, and he is not Mormon. As an Independent, I am looking for a candidate of any party (or lack thereof) who puts the well being of the country first and does NOT use his/her religion to dictate policy. Give me a candidate who will bring our soldiers home ASAP, make health care available to all Americans, make workable improvements to our educational system and above all, use good common sense to make decisions and I in turn will give that candidate my vote.

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Linda, San Marcos California — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 21:08:25 GMT

Oh my gosh. I can't believe what I am reading. It is no wonder that America is in trouble when so many of you make statements about people and religions that you know nothing of. Mike, CFL and others, Please do not speak or fabricate untruths about others. That is what they did to the Savior. May our Father in Heaven have mercy upon each one of you out there who ignorantly judges another...for it will come back to you. Politically or spiritually you should always stand for truth and right.

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Ha ha — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 21:11:24 GMT

"It's amazing to me, what other religion in the world is it so acceptable to ridicule,"

Scientology, but they're more rooted in reality than the Mormons.

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Dennis Phoenix az — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 21:13:57 GMT

Poor Poor Ashley, you just dont get it, No ones arguing over the political make up of utah, we are trying to get you to understand that they do what they are told, so they are not just Republicans they are sheep, and thank YOU for playing baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

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Carrie, Eastern Iowa — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 21:14:06 GMT

Wow. I think the entire population of Utah randomly decided to check out First Read today.

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Ben Over , jackson, MS — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 21:17:54 GMT

Southerns will never vote for a Morman president!

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DCunningham — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 21:35:37 GMT

CFL, Texas - Please replace Jay Leno. Thank you for the great laugh but then again maybe you'd be even better as author of the best selling FICTION stories...and funny ones at that...just incredibly funny fiction. Love it!

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Concerned, Menifee CA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 21:58:50 GMT

Dennis, Phoenix

Now we see the real motive behind spewing falsehoods all over this page: Revenge. It's not because you are wanting to chime in on Political discussions. It's because you got your feelings hurt by a few Mormons during your stay here, and you are looking for a way to get back.

Talk about growing up. Perhaps you got a feel for how other Mormons are treated outside of Utah. I'm sorry you got your feelings hurt, I really am.

Now, grow some skin and take your Vendetta to another, more appropriate discussion.

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Frustrated, TX — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 22:09:16 GMT

Wow! What has this country come to? Adults bickering like little children???

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Concerned, Menifee CA — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 22:12:29 GMT

Hey Ben Over,

It's evident they won't vote for a Mormon if all "Southerns" are as un-educated as you!

LOL!

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Mills Crenshaw, Holladay, UT — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 22:21:39 GMT

The attack against Mormons, claiming that they are “not Christians,” is of recent origin. In the mid 1800s it was not uncommon for Mormon missionaries to speak in camp meetings and revivals. Some ministers were offended when the Mormon missionaries stated that the original church had been restored as it was in the days of Christ. In the late 1970's so many people were leaving “traditional” Christian churches to join with the Mormons that it was affecting ministers incomes. Meetings were held to find a counter to the loss of membership. The tactic that was decided upon was to accuse Mormons of not being “Christians,” even though they worship Jesus Christ and the official name of the church is, “The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.”
The excuse given for the attack was that Mormons did not believe in the “Trinity.” Actually the concept of the Trinity did not exist, as such, until 325 years after the birth of Christ. Many of the early Christian fathers wrote of The Father, The Son and The Holy Ghost as being three separate individuals. The Trinity was a distinctly Catholic concept. Those who accuse Mormons of being non Christian are demonstrating either profound ignorance on the subject or a deep seated bigotry.

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Todd, Houston TX — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 22:49:53 GMT

I often wonder what the evangelical bigots would say about Christ if he were running for President?

Being Christian is less about WHAT you believe, and more about HOW you ACT. Any four-year old can tell you that Jesus taught that we should love each other.

I'm not feeling the love... :(

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Ashley, Charlotte, NC — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 23:55:52 GMT

Dennis in Phoennix - Again! No facts just unsubstantiated blather. Gosh man! Learn how to debate! My six year old makes better arguments!

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Luke, Salt Lake City, Utah — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 00:33:39 GMT

Being born and raised in Utah, and in a mormon family, I wouldnt trust Mitt.

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Charles from Orem, Utah — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 01:06:15 GMT

Part of Governor Romney's problem is that he's Romney, but it's also true that a major part of Romney's problem (with most everyone else) is that he's a Mormon. Everyone knows some really terrific Mormons -- I sure do, and have for years -- but that in itself doesn't make their faith palatable. Since their early days Mormons have evolved to represent strong families, a clean lifestyle, etc. But a basic premise of Mormon doctine is still God's approval of racism. The Book of Mormon is quite clear that (according to their belief) God turned Native Americans from their original white skin color into a "dark and loaghsome" race so that the ramainder of His "righteous" people wouldn't want to intermix with them. These "Lamanites" (modern-day Indians and Latinos) are then given God's promise that if they will embrace Mormonism when it is offered to them, they will again someday have their skin turned "white and delightsome." Most Mormons aren't too willing to espouse this teaching to non-believers these days, but it is still there and has never been removed from their sacred writings. To be a fully involved, believing Latter-day Saint, one must believe this. Mitt Romney must. No wonder he is reluctant to open a public discussion about his religion.

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Charles in Orem, Utah — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 02:26:26 GMT

Oh, and by the way, about the Book of Mormon racism thing... please don't anyone feel like I'd expect you to take my word for it. Just go to any search engine and type in the words: Mormon, white, skin, Indian. Read what comes up. Then ask yourself again if a candidate's religion matters when he's expected to represent the United States.

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Torie Sue, Beavercreek, Ohio — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 05:23:06 GMT

As far as Mr. Romney goes, is he Honest? Would he do what’s right in the sight of God, and do all in his power to protect and straighten our Country and the American family?
I say absolutely! He’s by far the best qualified we have.

Now, as a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints I am taught and teach my own five children from the Bible the Ten Commandments and strive daily to live them. It is my understanding that they are the basics for those that wish to follow our Savior Jesus Christ. I was raised outside the Mormon faith by god fearing parents and we went to church most Sundays. I grew up being taught by “Christians” to believe the worst about "Mormons". Then I grew up. I wanted to know what these people really believed. Now, 20 years later and a life and a faith that I thank the Lord for every day; I will forever be puzzled as to how we "Mormons" can be so hated and wrongly characterized as non-Christians. For with all my heart, I love Jesus Christ, my Lord, my Savior.

Last time I checked, "Thou shall not bear false witness" is still part of the Ten Commandments. Please correct me if I am wrong.

"And the day shall come when good will be called evil and evil good."

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peter — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 15:23:10 GMT

Mike is right I live in Utah and politicians are mormons that promote only mormons values only. Mormons in utah are lsing groung despite their efforts and with rommey they try to convert the whole world.

As a Christian I will never ever vote for a mormon.

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Tucson Vet — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 15:37:36 GMT

Why would some Republicans want to elect a flip flopping guy that belongs to family that refuses to serve in the military during a time of war when they have a real Republican conservative candidate like John McCain with a record of standing up for his beliefs? Obviously they are more interested in a Bush wannabe to continue Bush`s politics of greed. Mitt seems the perfect heir.

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Patricia Valdez Tucson AZ — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 16:19:14 GMT

Someone who gets a chance needs to ask Mitt about his secret wedding vows recited at every mormon temple wedding. Also they should ask him about Montain Meadow Massacre. I lived around mormons for fifty years, and they are different, and have their own rules????

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Alex, Saucier, MS. — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 19:01:38 GMT

My Wife and I lived among the Mormons in Utah for a year and a half. That being said I would rather live in Philadelphia. Romney no way.

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Doug Brockbank — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 22:57:57 GMT

The "Mormon problem" implies that Mormons aren't Christian. I suggest if you are open-minded, and would rather here from the source than from outsiders, please read this recent talk about this subject. http://www.lds.org/conference/talk/display/0,5232,49-1-775-15,00.html

Mormons, like myself, can hardly believe others would not consider us Christian. This may help you understand us better...

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Bot, Springfield — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 18:08:23 GMT

Mitt’s church, the Church of Jesus Christ (LDS) has been often misunderstood by Evangelical preachers in the past . . Some accused the Church of not believing in Christ and, therefore, not being a Christian religion . .

http://MormonsAreChristian.blogspot.com/ helps to clarify such misconceptions by examining early (First Century) Christianity's theology relating to baptism, the Godhead, the deity of Jesus Christ and His Atonement. Mitt’s church believes in the Jesus of the New Testament, who prayed to his Father in Heaven in the Garden of Gethsemane, not the Jesus portrayed in the creeds of the 4th Century.

The Church of Jesus Christ (LDS) adheres to Early Christian (New Testament) theology more closely than other Christian denominations. . Perhaps the reason Evangelical preachers promoted this mis-representation was to protect their flock (and their livlihood). It is encouraging to note that Evangelical preachers appear now to have a moral and competent president as a priority..

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MICK — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 02:18:53 GMT

Romney's biggest problem is SC just may be that he is Romney.

immoral governorship of MA as he allowed his office to fund Gay/Lesbian SexEd classes for GradeSchool Children as Young As Kindergarten--Without Parental Consent or Notification...to fund "dances" where Children As Young As 12 could Meet Up With Gay/Lesbian Adults up to Age 22.

immoral business transactions made Romney Millions, but cost Thousands of Americans their jobs in Romney's Forced Buy-Outs, Thousands more suffered cuts in pay as new companies took over, thanks to R's BuyOuts.

immoral, Less-Than-Forthright professions of "I believe in God, Jesus and the Bible,"

Sure.

LDS God is "Man" (eg Moses 6:57, 7:35 and many other LDS teachings and scripture).a god of flesh and bones, as tangible as any man's (eg [LDS]Doctrine and Coventants 130:22)a god among many gods (eg Abraham 4) with many wives, bearing many children; LDS Abe, Isaac, Jacob, David, Solomon, etc. are gods, and LDS hope to become gods, too (eg Doctrine and Covenants 132--The LDS Law and Everlastin Covenant of Plural Wives).

LDSChrist is "SPIRIT-BROTHER OF LUCIFER, whose name is "AHMAN" (eg [LDS]Gospel Principles,revised 1979, ch.3; Doctrine and Covenants 78:20, 95:17).

Book of Mormon, LDS God says: "And because my words SHALL HISS FORTH, many...shall say: A Bible! A Bible! We have got a Bible and there cannot be any more Bible...Thou FOOL, that shall say: A Bible, we have got a Bible and we need no more Bible. (2Nephi 29:3,6, caps added).

This only skims the surface.

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Dan, SLC, UT. — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 17:33:57 GMT

There is a lot of talk at the moment about religious bias. My concerns are not founded on bias against LDS or any other religious group. I just dont want to have somebody running the country who believes in golden plates, magic hats and baptisms for the dead. This isnt discrimination - its simply common sense. If it is any consolation, I would have the same concerns about a presidential candidate who believed that Alice in Wonderland was a true story.

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Rebecca, Hawaii — Sun, 25 Nov 2007 19:39:15 GMT

Don't hate Mitt cause he's beautiful! Ya'll are just jealous that Mitt grew up to look like "Ken" and you didn't grow up to look like "Barbie." As for him being Mormon...well...would it be dramatic or harsh to simply say that all you Mormon haters will figure it out when you're burning in Hell. And I'll just bet old Mitt would be the first to pay you a right friendly visit from Heaven....come on people GROW UP!! Mormons are good people with good values who don't do anything to attack other churches - unless you perceive unshakeable belief in the truth of your own religion an "attack." Go on and be jealous of Mitt's perfect hair and sparkling smile...but leave the Mormons out of it!