You stated a bishop is the same as a Cardinal, I was clarifying to you that you are completely wrong in that regard. A bishop is over a local congregation, similar to a priest or pastor. And to state he is a “mover and shaker” in the church is also inaccurate. He has served as a bishop and stake president, and 99% of the members of the church in the US know him not from his church membership, but from his running for office.
In addition to serving as bishop and stake president, Romney has been: Mitt…held…offices of…Missionary, Missionary Zone Leader, assistant to…Mission President…,…Bishop and Stake President…
Source: Tricia Erickson: 'An indoctrinated Mormon should never be elected as President'
The cousin of Mitt's father, Marion Romney, served as one of three highest-ranking Mormons in their hierarchy.
Mitt is a direct descendent of two Pratt brothers who were both "apostles."
The Romneys are deemed as one of those "hierarchical" Mormon legacy families.