I see your point, but I am simply stating that he may not be as pure and wholesome as some people think. I’m just saying that even though he may appear that way, we should look at the man’s actions in government. He has been a supporter of the liberal agenda for decades. He’s even admitted that he’s suddenly (i.e. run for the Presidency) changed his viewpoints on abortion, etc.
How can anyone dismiss his past actions and think that this guy is genuine? Honestly, I just don’t understand how that happens.
Romney's held some liberal positions for decades, but he was only in office for four years. He has now changed those more liberal positions and is running on a conservative platform. Is he sincere? I can't say for certain, but after all the brouhaha, he simply cannot revert back to his more liberal positions. He would lose all credibility.
Some of his actions as governor, must be viewed in the context of the political situation in Massachusetts. The legislature was 85% Democrat. I have to admire that he pursued the governorship under those circumstances. It was bold and brave. Furthermore, that he was able to achieve anything at all, in such a situation, is a testament to his political acumen and fortitude. I would urge you to read Unmarked Package's homepage, which tells the rest of the story, the details many of his strongest detractor's like to omit.
I would feel better about Mitt Romney if he were a more proven conservative on the social issues. But I have to consider him in the context of other candidates who are also seeking the presidency. In my opinion, he is the only person running on a conservative platform, who can win the R nomination thereby defeating Giuliani running on a Liberal platform and also defeat the Democrat nominee, who ever it will be.
And I do like his strong family and faithfulness to his wife and his apparently clean personal life. He is a GOOD example that is sorely needed in our nation and our world. Our leaders must have this strong sense from their powerful and public positions, they must be a good example to those they govern, and it is more, not less incumbent upon them.