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CNET/ January 31, 2008, 9:33 PM

Romney: Election Is About "Heart And Soul" Of GOP

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From CBS News' Scott Conroy:

SAN DIEGO -- Although polls show John McCain would have the best chance of any Republican candidate to win the general election, Mitt Romney said that his message of change would be the most salient in November.

"If you think about debating Barack Obama or Hillary Clinton and who our nominee is going to be, we've got to make sure we have a nominee who can stand up and articulate a vision for America's future, not someone who's lost in the past," Romney said at an outdoor rally in front of an enthusiastic crowd of several hundred people.

Though he called John McCain "a fine man and a national hero," Romney argued that the Arizona senator would be unable to unify the conservative base.

"We're going to make a choice here about the heart and soul of the Republican Party. I'm really — I'm serious about that," Romney said. "Are we going to stay in the house that Ronald Reagan built or are we going to take a different course?"
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jennyowen says:
A vote for Mitt Romney is a vote for Wall street, lobbyists, special interest groups, government mandated programs & socialized medicine...Run don''t walk away from Mitt Romney and cast your vote for Huckabee, the only true conservative!!
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rick52041 says:
Before you vote,look at Dr. Ron Paul''s record, principles, and where he stands on the issues. Regardless of his personal desires, he honors his oath to uphold and defend the our Constitution, the only person I know of within our government to do so! With honor, honesty, truth fullness, integrity, Ron Paul would guide our nation to the greatness we deserve. His web site is (www.ronpaul/2008.com) Please check him out before you vote. Aloha-Rick
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rick52041 says:
Before you vote,look at Dr. Ron Paul''s record, principles, and where he stands on the issues. Regardless of his personal desires, he honors his oath to uphold and defend the our Constitution, the only person I know of within our government to do so! With honor, honesty, truth fullness, integrity, Ron Paul would guide our nation to the greatness we deserve. His web site is (www.ronpaul/2008.com) Please check him out before you vote. Aloha-Rick
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jars583 says:
Ok, a few quick facts:

Mike Huckabee has already fought and beaten the Clinton Machine in Arkansas. When he ran for Governor, Bill and Hillary Clinton personally campaigned against him for the Democratic candidate. And Huckabee won - this in a democratic state.

Also, Huckabee has either beaten or nipped at the heals of Mitt Romney in every primary -- all with a fraction of Romney''s budget. As a smart businessman, wouldn''t Romney realize his product isn''t worth the investment? Huckabee''s selling the REAL DEAL.

Thirdly, Huck''s campaign isn''t on its last legs; rather, he''s polling at most 2 points behind Romney nationally and beating him in more polls in Super Tuesday states. He''s also brought in $3 million in donations just in January.

Go to www.mikehuckabee.com and learn about him for yourself.
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rick52041 says:
Before you vote,look at Dr. Ron Paul''s record, principles, and where he stands on the issues. Regardless of his personal desires, he honors his oath to uphold and defend the our Constitution, the only person I know of within our government to do so! With honor, honesty, truth fullness, integrity, Ron Paul would guide our nation to the greatness we deserve. His web site is (www.ronpaul/2008.com) Please check him out before you vote. Aloha-Rick
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rick52041 says:
Before you vote,look at Dr. Ron Paul''s record, principles, and where he stands on the issues. Regardless of his personal desires, he honors his oath to uphold and defend the our Constitution, the only person I know of within our government to do so! With honor, honesty, truth fullness, integrity, Ron Paul would guide our nation to the greatness we deserve. His web site is (www.ronpaul/2008.com) Please check him out before you vote. Aloha-Rick
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rick52041 says:
Before you vote,look at Dr. Ron Paul''s record, principles, and where he stands on the issues. Regardless of his personal desires, he honors his oath to uphold and defend the our Constitution, the only person I know of within our government to do so! With honor, honesty, truth fullness, integrity, Ron Paul would guide our nation to the greatness we deserve. His web site is (www.ronpaul/2008.com) Please check him out before you vote. Aloha-Rick
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rick52041 says:
Before you vote,look at Dr. Ron Paul''s record, principles, and where he stands on the issues. Regardless of his personal desires, he honors his oath to uphold and defend the our Constitution, the only person I know of within our government to do so! With honor, honesty, truth fullness, integrity, Ron Paul would guide our nation to the greatness we deserve. His web site is (www.ronpaul/2008.com) Please check him out before you vote. Aloha-Rick
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rick52041 says:
Before you vote,look at Dr. Ron Paul''s record, principles, and where he stands on the issues. Regardless of his personal desires, he honors his oath to uphold and defend the our Constitution, the only person I know of within our government to do so! With honor, honesty, truth fullness, integrity, Ron Paul would guide our nation to the greatness we deserve. His web site is (www.ronpaul/2008.com) Please check him out before you vote. Aloha-Rick
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scottfromaz says:

There hasn''t been someone this talented running for President since Ronald Reagan...

MITT ROMNEY.
Go Mitt !
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