Romney makes it official; he's out

jerry/corpus christi texas — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:15:20 GMT

A good man
An honest man

He will do well in 2012 if he wants to try again....

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DCortez, Houston, Texas — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:15:41 GMT

His campaign has been finished since NH.

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Paula. A — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:15:52 GMT

Maybe, he will now take his good money and place it on a winner. Hillary Clinton. hillaryclinton.com.

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TS, Beavercreek, ohio — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:16:53 GMT

Noble

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McCain — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:17:02 GMT

Yes !

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Wendy PA — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:19:29 GMT

Okay, America, it's time to get behind Huckabee. There is no way we can allow McCain to be the Republican nominee. He is arrogant and too old to lead our country for the next 8 years.

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Chris, MI — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:19:30 GMT

Even though I'm a Democrat, I'm sort of sad to hear this news. Romney has seemed like one of the only Republican candidates in a long time who could win red votes but govern both red and blue, understanding that a Governor or a President is elected to serve the needs of all their constituents, not just the ones that voted.

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Bee — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:19:44 GMT

Good luck to the governor!!! We will see you in 2012.

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Jonathan, Alliance, OH — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:20:15 GMT

Conservatives bet on the wrong horse. It's too bad that they painted themselves into a corner with their rhetoric, for both McCain and Huckabee are more reliably conservative than they are given credit for.

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Jed Merrill, Park City — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:20:56 GMT

Romney's departure signals the success of Democrats, who will surely win in any matchup with McCain.

I cannot in good conscience vote for McCain.

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Class Warrior, D.C. — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:20:59 GMT

Rush better stock up on Oxycontin---it's gonna be a LOOOONG next few years for him! I'm going to tune into Fox News tonight, just to see Sean Hannity's head explode! Old soldiers never die, they just get stripped of their conservative creds...and then lose a presidential election!!

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Henry — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:24:43 GMT

Best political speech in a decade!

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Steve Ramon (Flint, Mich.) — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:25:57 GMT

Its about time. Did conservatives forget when Mitt Romney was running to the left of Ted Kennedy, voting for Paul Tsongas and running away from Ronald Reagan. Oh, I forgot, Romney is now the second coming of Reagan.

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Sarah Smith — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:26:13 GMT

Since she has won the least delegates, I HOPE HILLARY WILL ALSO DO THE RIGHT THING AND DROP OUT, SO THAT SHE AND OBAMA CAN WORK ON THE THAT DREAM TICKET.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22419475

Hillary's best chances to pull away were California, NY, NJ and MA. If after all those contests, she's still behind in delegates, there's no way she's going to win this nomination fair and square.

DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT SUPERDELEGATES DECIDING THE OUTCOME. If they try that, they can just say goodbye to the presidency forever - GUARANTEED !!!! Whoever is the nominee MUST be the fair and square winner.

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Jake — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:26:55 GMT

Yipeeeee!

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Sierra, SF — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:27:12 GMT

McCain will LOSE to Obama

McCain will BEAT Clinton

Just that simple...

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Sierra, SF — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:28:50 GMT

McCain-Romney might be the strongest Republican ticket

They will lose to Obama-Edwards

Obama HAS TO TALK POCKET BOOK ISSUES !!

Times running out !!

Obama/Edwards '08
The darkness is lifting

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Gary, Franklin, WI — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:29:24 GMT

Romney's withdrawal shows the dwindling influence of CPAC, conservative talk radio, and "focus on themselves" preachers like Rev. James Dobson. Will they put up their own candidate, or just get in lock step behind McCain? Stay tuned . . .

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HP BOSTON — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:29:32 GMT

Mmmmm is is dealing for VP. He hates to lose and the Huck confounded him. McCain needs a young strong Vp, Mitt is to power hungry, Huck is to Hulkelberry and Mcpresident is to old to go the distance. His naps will get longer and longer.

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Sierra, SF — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:29:40 GMT

Little Mitty Tow Shoes ;-D

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karl, va — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:36:18 GMT

It's unfortunate that the most intelligent candidate on either side has chosen to drop out.

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M. Boley — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:36:48 GMT

Toldja, Mitt, toldja... time to go. Buh-bye.

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Pete Caloger Bushkill, PA 18324 — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:38:24 GMT

Romney's departure from the race now leaves us with one political hack left in the mix - Clinton. But, we are now assured of an election cycle devoid of the usual conservative mantras. There will be no divisive debates over flag burning, gay marriage, and the like. The debate over immigration will now remain civil. A good day for America....and Mac, now there is no reason for you to prostrate tourself in front of the CPAC gang. Good riddance, Mitt.

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mCAIN — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:41:35 GMT

ROMNEY WHO ?

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Lynn san diego — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:45:15 GMT

Well well well....who will the media kick around now??? They were having such fun using Mitt for a pinata...what will they do? I just cant imagine that they will turn, like a viper, on their 'darling' John McCain....can you??????

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Kira, Utah — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:46:10 GMT

At least he knows how to bow out gracefully (others with worse odds can't say that). He's a classy guy. Hopefully he will run again! This isn't a defeat- it's the only way the GOP can even attempt to unite, which Romney states is his purpose. As for me, I'll be voting for a democrat.

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Lynn san diego — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:47:07 GMT

Mitts out, Im out, let Hillary have it.
I think I'll start looking for property in Mazatlan.

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cb, mi — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:47:18 GMT

"He who fights and runs away, lives to fight another day"

Look out for Romney 2012

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HMT-MI — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:48:34 GMT

Whoa---what will all the rich republicans that endorsed Romney in MI do now?They have dissed Mccain and now are left with him-----too funny.Should be quite a sight to watch them suck up to John now.Will try to let you know how the mad scrmble goes if we are allowed to know.

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Wilson, Seattle — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:49:08 GMT

Romney made the right choice here; what was better for the party. I'm waited with bated breathe for the post-Edwards-drop-out-like speaches from Huckabee and McCain. They'll talk about how good a guy Mitt is and try to woo his supports. I don't see it happening. They'll be lying through their teeth if they do.

Sorry to see you go Mitt.
Go Obama

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MrR0ng, Las Vegas, NV — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:51:41 GMT

Bigotry and Back Door deals have combined to take Mr. Romney out of the race.

Americans are so stupid that they do not deserve to have a leader like Mitt Romney.

When the economy falls at the hands of Can't Run my Own Campaign McCain or tax and spend Clinton, just remember that the bigotry of the south and McCain's partnership with Huckabee brought our only hope down.

Expect to see Huckabee drop out and take on McCain's VP role soon.

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MK,MO — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:58:09 GMT

clintons unsavory connections will come into play now, her and bill's experience in arm twisting and corrupt political shenanigans is unmatched, they will do what ever it takes regardless of legality or what's right to further their dynasty, their lust for wealth and power always trumps fair play, couple this with the fact that the republicans are salivating for a hillary nomination, because they know they can beat her in the general, and you have a situation that is sure to become very ugly and dishonest, with the american citizens wishes tossed to the curb

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ewww — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:06:37 GMT

oh so its sen. clinton but then just obama? what a slimy douchebag, glad he is gone, even though if he had won we woulda trounced him in the general. at least mccain is a good guy and it will be a great general election against obama.

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i.m.r. — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:12:16 GMT

"Gov. Mitt Romney used this year's CPAC confab ..."
--John McCain benefits the most from this announcement. Because it will almost certainly divert the media from analyzing his speech in as great of detail.

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You're Next, Mike — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:15:25 GMT

I never was a big Romney supporter, but I appreciate that he's willing to help avoid a long drawn out fight and help us get to know our front runner and his chances. This way, we can show a little unity and start working on building more definitive platforms for November.

As for the democratic voters, I hope Romney's concession opens some eyes - does Clinton and Obama going at each other tooth and nail remind you at all of the standstills our President has had with our Congress? And the lack of progress that has yielded? Yeah, looks like leadership material to me :-/

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joe doe — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:20:44 GMT

What a good start for next race. Have to give him this he has class. Now if Obama would want to follow suit we could say that about him. Seriously I think it great someone cares about there party and country that much.Good luck to you sir.

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Chandler, AZ — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:22:27 GMT

Sad day for America my friends. Mitt Romney is the most talented person to run for President since Reagan. I guarantee you he'll be back in 2012 after the Democrats screw up the economy and turn this country into a welfare state.

Pres Bush is un popular because he got away from being a fiscal conservative and and starting an unpopular war. This is 1976 all over again. Pay attention to Romney, he'll be back in 2012.

Thank You
MITT ROMNEY we love you and your classy family !

Scott Taylor
Chandler, AZ

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L. M. T, Milwaukee, WI — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:23:27 GMT

Now that Romney's campaign is over he should back Huckabee, as appose to McCain. I believe his followers can understand Huckabee better.... Just a thought.

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Bill for Hill — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:25:32 GMT

Pay attention Hillary supporters, that's going to be your gal up there in a few weeks bowing out of the race.

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Anyone but Huckabee, Los Angeles, CA — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:36:36 GMT

It is sad to see the most intelligent man running drop out of the race. Now he has to go back to his wonderful family, use his brilliant mind to grow his fortunes, and donate his time and services to some other cause.

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jj — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:42:57 GMT

ISLAM-just as 1 dude INCREDULOUS-as MORMONISM.

why is ISLAM so 'great'??

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jj — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:44:55 GMT

some BLACKS are wondering what 'change' and 'hope' BARAK is referring to.

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nuanced — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 20:12:46 GMT

most people are wondering what jj is referring to

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Elizabeth L, UT — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 20:21:52 GMT

It seems that Mcain and Huckabee had orchestrated a great strategy to get Romney out of the campaign. It's obvious to the public that is what they had wanted, but they must remember people will look at other candidates before they even consider THEM in the White House.

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Ron Jeffers, Arizona Independent — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 20:30:26 GMT

Republicans were just stupid on this one. Romney was the person who best represented their views, yet they rejected him because of his religion. The Republican Party deserves to lose this election....and they will, in a big way.

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russ Wells, Maine — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 20:31:26 GMT

well Mitt you can thank the press and how it can control the outcome of elections by creating inunendoes that have nothing to do with running..I think you had every right to use your money, unfortunately some canadates had a war chest to start with....again i blame the press and there polls, well as an independent i will have a sign on my lawn for either Obama or hillary and i cant stand hillary that how much i dont care for McCain......Between now and then i hope i can get the independents to unite soon and hold our own convention on whose the better canadate and we need a third party...Well the media probably will say just another gruntle person with an ax to grind, no just some one whos has more common sense than what the big spenders are getting ous....Both parties doesnt make a difference. Partys come first and some where along there line which is the bottom we might fit in....Change Get up and do something unite with independents and let clean up washington...moaning on the couch dont help, being brainwashed by the media doesn help, Just evaluate whats happening to American...Yes you can Change I like the slogan.....Yes we can

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Stacy, Virginia — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 20:37:53 GMT

Thank you Govenor Romney. I was not a supporter but I admire anyone who tries to better America through their vision.

Now for the political part of this message. Romeny supporters we would love to have you visit Barrack Obama's website and look at his voting record, and see his stand on many issues. Not every candidate will meet every voters needs but after exploring the issues you might find that Obama's integrity and ability to work both sides of the aisle make him a good choice.

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S.B. Stein E. B. NJ — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 20:59:13 GMT

No matter how much money Romney put in, it seemed that he was too well groomed. He looked a little like Reed Richards with the gray hair at the temples. I hope that this is a lesson for other rich people: just because you have money doesn't mean you can win the election. It might help, but it doesn't make it a win for sure.

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k brooks lisbon ohio — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 21:24:48 GMT

I'm sorry for those that supported Romney. I know you looked to him as a solution, but I think he made a mistake when he stepped away from his strengths.

Now we need to focus on the remaining options. We do not need a President who is content with being at war for the next 100 years.

Huckabee is the only reasonable solution to both our domestic and international issues. He's proven that he's able to unite people. Look at how well he's doing with the least funding of all the candidates.

We need a change from the status-quo politics and someone who will unit the NATION not just their party. Huckabee has done that for his state, in this campaign and can do it for OUR Nation.

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Kira, Utah — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 21:39:43 GMT

L. M. T, Milwaukee, WI - why would he support Huckabee? Huckabee has been bigotted and rude to Romney (not to mention that his goal has merely been to thwart Romney since NH) since the beginning. People don't like having their character and beliefs attacked. Romney only ever "attacked" Huck's policies. Don't get your hopes up.

Go Obama- the only candidate with integrity still in the race.

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BZ, Denver CO — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 21:43:28 GMT

A fine race by Mitt Romney and an impassioned speech to remember. I voted for Mitt, along with 59% of Colorado Republicans for the very reasons outlined in his speech today: http://www.mittromney.com/News/Press-Releases/CPAC_Address

Republicans need to unite to win and not surrender to the empty suit, Obama or the Billary machine that is pushing for big government control over a free people.

Remember what Reagan said, "To sit back hoping that someday, some way, someone will make things right is to go on feeding the crocodile, hoping he will eat you last...but eat you he will."

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jbk, chicago — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 21:48:07 GMT

barack is hiding his muslim roots, BARACK HUSSEIN Obama; and hides real reason why he kept voting to spend our $$$$$$$$in Iraq, and why he supports nuclear energy, on how he would have contained the threat of a Nuclear Iraq back in 02, 03, and how he brings us together by accusing anyone who says Boo about his policies of being rascist, even if they fight for civil rights>>>etc>>.
As we celebrate black history, we are reminded how hard White Women fought for equal rights for Black Americans.

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mark Tinklestein — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 22:19:28 GMT

No Mitt means I'll VOTE for WHATEVER is the independent vote. No CLINTON, OBAMA, or MC(nursinghome). Without Romney or Edwards in the office the whole country will suffer. GOP "Go On Grandpa". It's a sad day for the USA when the best leaders from bothsides have already dropped out of the race. The GOP has hurt the party, mormon bashing, people bashing, we are smart enough to decide who we want in the top office. The backroom deals telling us who "will be" instead letting us decide, wrong move. Since I'm single, see you later, I'll get out before they close the border so I can't leave either.

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Smith, Ohio — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 22:49:06 GMT

Considering Hillary is desperately wanting the Bill Clinton Monarchy in the White House, I doubt she will bow out even if Obama wins. She will fight to the last finish like a battle between two madmen.

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CAROLYN STEWART, SAN ANTONIO, Tx — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 23:08:20 GMT

ROMNEY "SUSPENDED" HIS CAMPAIGN. WHAT DOES "SUSPENDED" MEAN? DOES IT HAVE THE SAME MEANING AS "IT IS MY INTENTION TO RESIGN FROM THE SENATE?" (QUOTE LARRY CRAIG) DON'T KID YOURSELVES WE HAVE NOT HEARD THE LAST OF ROMNEY'S CAMPAIGN FOR REPUBLICAN NOMINEE 2008.

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Ladybird — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 23:41:54 GMT

WELL NOW YOU GONNA HEAR McCAIN START BEATING THE DAY LIGHTS OUTA OBAMO"PREACHER" ASKING JUST WERE HE STANDS ON ISSUES..HE WILL NOT LET HIM SQUIRM HIS WAY OUTA NOTHING..OBAMO WILL BE HIT LEFT AND RIGHT UNTIL HE STUDDERS OUT SOMETHING..THE MAN CANT SPEAK WITHOUT HIS SPEECH WRITER...GIVE HIM HELL McCAIN!!!

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D, Utah — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:01:00 GMT

I am an unaffiliated conservative that usually votes Republican. With Romney out, I will NEVER vote for McCain. He represents OLD thinking, OLD politics, and just plain old OLD. I will now vote for Obama. His message of change resonates with me and I believe this country needs fresh, new leadership. I hope other conservatives will do the same and send a much needed wake-up call to the Republican party. Obama will win. Conservatives across the country, the Republican party is broken. Let's rally behind Obama amd really CHANGE Washington and America.

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lorisbay — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 01:18:46 GMT

Its a wonderful day in the neighborhood, the neighborhood, the neighborhood. Hello, boys and girls. The lesson for today is about how we should never try to buy the American Presidency. People who try to use their wealth to buy power rarely succeed. It is not the American way. So remember... hard work, fair play and honesty are the principals we should live by.

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Fri, 08 Feb 2008 01:33:14 GMT

hey Sierra:

I agree w/ you that McCain/Romney would be the strongest ticket...If they can put their bitterness aside.

Obama/Edwards?

Obama/anyone?

This guy couldn't govern a car, let alone the country. He's a good speaker, I'll give you that. BUT, has anyone else noticed the distinctive difference in his accent ever since his speech on MLK Jr's b'day....This guy is all fluff. To imagine him negotiating w/ the Chinese is terrifying. He can't even handle it when Billary turns up the heat. Much more will come out about Obama as the GOP has time to build their case in the coming months. Liberalism belongs in Europe!

Lets take back our Country

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Dan, Ann Arbor MI — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 02:24:14 GMT

Romney clearly entered this race with his eye on 2012. Due to Giuliani and McCain's inept campaigning in 2007, he saw a chance to go all the way in 2008, and narrowly missed it (thanks to the beating he got from the media at every corner). Romney has made the right decision, keeping his potential for 2012 alive. He went just far enough in this race, and got just enough conservative voices to start supporting him, that he now goes into 2012 as the front-runner. Some will say that his campaign in 2008 was a failure. But as a precursor to 2012 it was brilliant. 1 - The country knows him now; it did not last year. 2 - He knows the media, and all the different angles it will take on him now. 3 - He knows what aspects of his candidacy played well, and what aspects did not. 4 - He is positioned to have a prominent voice in Republican circles over the next four years (whether in office or not). Brilliant, I tell you. Brilliant. The only factor that could play against him is if McCain chooses Huckabee for VP, then actually wins, but only serves one term. Huckabee then has claim to the front-runner status. Huckabee will be this year's John Edwards -- VP nominee with eyes on the next election. (By the way, Obama got in with his eyes on 2012, too, assuming that Clinton had 2008 locked up, but was quickly surprised at how much support he received, at which point he decided to go in head-first).

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amber s coleman, fall creek, wi — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 07:25:19 GMT

romney will be back in 2012.
he made the right decision.

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fox — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 18:30:42 GMT

A crazy mormon, good for him!

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fox — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 18:32:58 GMT

see you poor little rich guy...ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh!