Romney in dead heat for 2012

Mitt should apologize for his sons' lack of military service.

The fact that Sarah Palin -- clearly a lunatic -- is among the GOP front runners is both laughable and frightening.

Huckabee, Palin and Romney.
Boy the gop sure wants to remain a minority party.

As many have mentioned, what happened to his reverence for the office when others criticized? Oh yeah, same party. At least summer's here, Mitt's flip-flops won't look so strange.

Foon Rhee should really get her Romney Derangement Syndrom treated.

I sure hope Romney runs in 2012. I think people will have wised up to Obama and will have realized that he doesn't know what he is doing and that this is not the kind of position where he should be learning on the job. Romney will be able to come in and get the economy and our national defense back on track. Romney in 2012! I can't wait!

Romney recently held a campaign event for Christie in NJ, drawing about 50 people. If Palin campaigns for him, she'll draw a crowd in the thousands. Palin will be able to out fundraise both Huckabee and Romney combined by at least 2 to 1, and she'll be able to mobilize volunteers by the thousands. Pawlenty doesn't stand a chance, he's about as interesting as wallpaper paste. By 2012 Palin will be the only one of the three who has actually had a job in years, and who has dealt first hand with the economic crisis. Look for energy prices to rise, as well as Palin's numbers.

The GOP has a slew of excellent candidates to choose from, and Obama will be so discredited, the country in such a shambles by 11/2012 that it will be a cakewalk for the GOP.

Why would anybody want this idiot to be president after what he did in Massachusetts? He stuck us with health care laws that rape the taxpayers and he, he, he well basically that's what he did while he was here. (in his defense, it is incredibly hard to get things done here in Mass. due to the cesspool that is out state government. ) Romney talks the talk (I voted for him) but when it comes down to it, he's an empty suit. Massachusetts was just a stop on the way to the WhiteHouse for Mitt.

The Republicans must be desperate.

In a 'Dead Heat' , who is the moron that would vote for this lying greasy dirtbag? This fake of a leader; would sell all of us to get ahead.

In the early polling, Romney's in a dead heat with, ugh, Huckabee and, gasp, Palin? Why, it's enough to turn Independents into Democrats and make Republicans worry about the future of their party.

I thought this blog was called political intelligence, not flip-flopping narcissism. If you want to start one with the latter name, Romney can be there 24/7.

Romney will be defeated again, by the republican core of southern baptist and evangelicals. It is simply impossible for these people to face Romney swearing in on the book of mormom.
Only if the republican party dumped the southern baptists and evangelicals could he get it, or if he splits the party.

With five sons of fighting age, none of whom have enlisted to serve, perhaps Mr. Romney should avoid lecturing about "sacrifice."

Romney is right, hundreds of millions of people across the globe have their freedom thanks to the blood of America's solidiers.

If not for America, Europe would still be under German or Soviet control, a tyranical Japan would still control all of Asia, and countless others would have fallen to other despotic regimes over the past 65 years.

Yikes! Brylcreem Boy in a dead heat with the Grammynator and I Heart Huckabee! Head for the hills!!!!!

PALIN POWER!!!!!

What a group of losers, We will have Obama for 8 years. GREAT

As much as the Mittster flip-flops all over the landscape on issues, he ought to set up his campaign headquarters at the nearest IHOP.

Jose: You're correct. If we have Obama for eight years, we WILL be losers.

Ahahahah! Very funny.

Yes, we will, and we'll continue to have good relations with the rest of the world, rather than torturing them, sending troops to kill them over oil, and be a more humane country, which is what it was originally built upon.

OBAMA is the biggest BOOB to EVER be in in office....and that is saying something!!! Let's apolgize to the world for our sins - give me a break. Cannot wait for the day he is done

Get rid of the word 'dead' in the headline and it becomes far more accurate.

Oh great! 3 religious fundamentalist nut cakes in the running! God help us...

This is a truly scary commentary about America! Two religious-right, holier-than-thou fanatics and a nitwit, small town Alaskan "governor" who is hostage to Big Oil. Romney was worse than an opportunistic liar and a self-serving failure as demonstrated during his ticket-punching gift of a stint as governor here in MA. All would be HUGE incompetent mistakes for the American people to ever take seriously. Yikes!

"Romney will be able to come in and get the economy and our national defense back on track. Romney in 2012! I can't wait!"-MK in Arizona

Yes, of course! Because we all know that ever since Obama got into office, he's totally destroyed the military by INCREASING its budget.

I see you Republicans are still busy crafting your own reality. Good luck with that.

Mitt could be ahead 80% to nil and would still blow it. (really Jane Swift should have hung tough)

Once voters get to know him, they tend tend to reject him

my money's on palin. we have to get the crooks out of washington, and i don't see anyone else with the brains, drive, and courage to do it.
dennisintn

The party that brung him won't dance with him. The ironic part in all this, is that a Mormon will not be able to break free from the evangelical primary voters. The only way a Mormon will ever break out of the primaries is to run as a Democrat.

Yet Utah is the reddest of red stats.

It's 2009!!! and the GOP is already thinking about 2012. Good luck with that. President Obama will win by a landslide in his re-election. Why doesn't the GOP try to move more to the center again. They are so out of touch with the rest of the country with their far right extremism. Thank goodness we finally have someone in the White House who is actually putting the country and the working and middle classes first as opposed to the policies of his predecessor, which was to reward only a select few in his wealthy class and with his own policital views.

So let me get this straight:

* Palin is a lunatic (let's not talk about our senior senator)
* Romney didn't sacrifice anything (even though the choice to enlist is that of the children, duh)
* Romney is a flip flopper and we know a little bit about flip flopping with our junior senator
* Romney is at fault for the health insurance laws that passed the legislature WITH A UNANIMOUS VOTE.

I'm thinking the meth clinics must have added wifi access this morning.

In response to all the negative comments about Romney who understands and would follow the Constitution, we should be focused on all the unconstitutional activities that the current executive branch of our government seems to believe it has the power to execute. Wake up America! Obama is driving this country into a socialist state so fast most folks won't know it has happened until our very foundation is in shambles. Margaret Thatcher said it succinctly.... "The problem with socialism is that you eventually run out of other people's money." Watch, America. It is coming unless someone else takes charge.

Looks like Mitt is pulling a Cheney...Stirring up some controversy/dissent to keep themselves and their party relevant.

I'm no Obama apologist, but let's at least hear what he has to say about to the muslims and people in the middle east before we pass judgment. Sure, you can argue that WWII is relevant in terms of what achieved with American blood, but can't you say the same about the Russians, French, Italians, Brits, etc.? Didn't they all fight the war(s) too? Our leaders have done plenty of damage around the world in our foreign policy decisions before, during and after the latest world war. See our decisions on Iran, Iraq, Israel, Afghanistan over the last fifty years. Many of those situations exist and persist because of things we have done through subterfuge, arrogance and outright conflict. Each of those nations has their own issues to deal with admittedly, but don't sit in your ivory towers and pretend that we have absolutely no culpability in the mess that is the middle east through the last 50 or 60 years of foreign policy. It won't happen overnight, or even in generation, but it's clear that the "Do as I say, not as I do" policy that we've been using isn't working.

Is it just me or does anyone else think this guy "Odumba" is just here to amuse him or herself by making antagonizing comments. Probably doesn't even believe it either, he/she probably sits here laughing all day as people get all wound up. Fair play to you sir, I for one are in on your joke :)

Boy aren't we in a mess right now with this administration everythings are upside down.It's like children messing up the living room with toys and mom came screaming "what are you doing,go back to your room".Yeah, that's exactly we as a nation find ourseves in it right now unless Romney do something America will be a third world power instead of a super power.Everything starting from the lack of leadership to lack of intelligent in the proper way to communicate with foreign countries.Right now foreign countries look at our president as a celebrity and not a leader thanks guys.

ANYBODY, I MEAN ANYBODY FROM THE RIGHT will be better then Obama and his socialist friends.

Romney is the only person who will call out Obama on all the lies and expose him for the fraud he is (and have the financial backing to match him). I would welcome a real presidential debate between the two in 2012. It would be the most enlightening 90 minutes on television we'll ever see for Obama. Someone other than these pansies in the media that refuse to report on or ask Obama anything meaningful. How about we start with how much the Obama's donated to charity BEFORE he was the democratic nominee. IFor someone who hates the rich, he really seemed to want to get there himself. Nice house in Chicago Barry! Mr Obama is a loser - and while unfortunately not the majority - 53 million other americans didn't want him in office either. We are not alone.

If this is the best the GOP can do, then President Obama is going to cruise to a second term! It will be fun watching the circular firing squad go at it again.

p.s - Mittster's MBA is liability, not an asset in the post TARP era.

Ripper, absolutely right about that one. "Odumba" is nothing but a troll. You should see him over at the gay related blogs...he can barely contain himself while spewing his vitriolic rhetoric.

He carries on as if he's the only intelligent person in the room, all the while not noticing the neon dunce cap cemented to his head.

I am stunned by the positive endorsement some of you people are giving Palin.

Are you out of your minds?!

"OBAMA is the biggest BOOB to EVER be in in office....and that is saying something!!! Let's apolgize to the world for our sins - give me a break. Cannot wait for the day he is done"

One of the thing the world finds most unbecoming of Americans, and rightfully so, is our arrogant reluctance to take responsibility for our mistakes and for our questionable acts, and during the Bush administration, they were legion.

What is it with the machismo complex this country has? Acknowledging one's mistakes or wrongdoings is a sign of character and strength.

After the economic humiliation, you still don't have a sense of humility?

Obstinate and head-in-the-sand 'til your last breath, I suppose.

Let's see: Romney, Palin and Huckabee, three extreme right wing candidates. Shouldn't the GOP be finding more moderates if they want a chance to win the white house in 2012?

GOOD GRIEF,....can't the Republican party find someone else BESIDES PALIN and ROMNEY? Damn,...it's bad enough that we have a socialist for a president!!

Romney tied with Palin is a tie that assures a loss. Should he get the nod in 4 years perhaps he could pick Palin as his running mate and guarantee the democrats 4 more years. As a matter of fact, please do just that Mitt and I thank you in advance.

How can of you consider anyone of these three clowns to be a viable candidate? Unless somebody shows up in the next couple years, we are doomed to repeat this past election.

Gee, he sure has nice hair.

Our country would be on the road to economic recovery right now if Romney was our President. There may not be much left to govern by 2012, but if there is, let's hope the voters get it right! Romney 2012!!!!

I don't believe that by 2012 the voters will have forgotten the lies that Cheney/Bush told to get us into this military morass or the financial failures that cost the homeowners 1/2 of the values of their homes and 401Ks. No one who reads can believe that there is a single Refucklican policy that helps ayone with an income less than a million dollars a year. Trouble is, so few read.

Don't go blaming Mitt for MAssachusetts. This is a Democratic state run by the speaker of the house and senate president.

Wow... I think everyone should read the comments section just to see what horrible, lousy people democrats are. Real Hope and Change crew, eh? Bunch of miserable louts.

Mitt- please just go away!

Obama got 52% and is now bankrupting our children's future. Anyone can run against this idiot and win. Do you really think he is going to pry any McCain voters with his fascist policies?

A new revolution, a la Reagan is coming.

Mike De Fran especially MA democrates. Read today's headlines. 3 speakers in row indicted.

What a collection. Huckabee is the only one with any integrity in the group and he's not a national candidate. If that's the best the Republicans have to offer, expect Obama reelection by a landslide. Time for some fresh faces.

As for Mitt, highly encourage anyone from outside MA who is thinking of supporting him to look at his record. See where he's stodd on ANY issue, and note that he's flip-flopped for sure. He's a sleazeball, willing to do or say anything to get elected. His integrity and character rating is zero: whatever he says, it's never from the heart, it's all just part of his campaign.

I'm surprised that they didn't mention the other 2 candidates that were up there in the top 5 of the GOP. Big Bird with 18% and Oscar with 12%. I can see these 2 guys combining on one ticket and crushing the competition. If that is the best the GOP has it looks like the Dems will have another 4 years in office. Palin needs to stay in Alaska to keep an eye on those Russky's she can see from her front door, and anyone from MA knows what Romney did to this state before heading for greener pastures.....yep 2012 is a ways off but I think Big Bird and Oscar have just as much a chance....

I am a Republican and think the only hope to win at least 8 states in 2012 will be the ticket of Newt Gingrich and Rep. Paul Ryan of Wisconsin. Although Gingrich is somewhat deranged as well, he at least offers a sensible alternative to Romney. Romney's belief in the fairy tale of Mormonism won't win him the NASCAR crowd or anyone with an IQ above 80. His MBA is utterly useless as a selling point, much like the degree itself. Huckabee said he looks like "the guy who laid off your dad."

Huh. Romney, Huckabee, Palin. Used Car Salesman, Bible Thumper, and Peggy Bundy. Excellent choices. May the best freak win.

Curly, Moe and Larry.

"Wow... I think everyone should read the comments section just to see what horrible, lousy people democrats are. "

How convenient of you to gloss over the nasty, pessimistic comments posted by apparent Republicans. You're...beautiful.

It looks like the Republicans want to shoot themselves in the foot again. Romney, Palin and Huckabee. Let one of them run, it will make the re-election of Barack Obama a landslide in 2012. If you put the IQ's of those three losers together, you wouldn't get it to add up to 100. Romney is as real as his hair colour. He was a real loser as Governor in Massachusetts. He spoke out of both sides of his mouth. He may be against illegal immigrants but he has no problems hiring them to cut his grass. Palin speaks for herself, and says nothing believable. Huckabee should have run for President in 1912 not 2012

That's the BEST the GOP can do?

Well...maybe they'll stand a chance with someone else in 2016.

Maybe.

Not sure I can agree with the "BOOB" comment in regards to Obama just yet, although funny, it's too early. However, his buddy Deval sure fits the bill.
Romey is a very intelligent man and I think the country could use someone who is well versed in economics. His health care plan in MA was ingenious. It is benefical to those of all income levels and puts money back to the hospitals providing better care for all. I wish the federal government would take heed.

Romney is a total phoney. He won't even use his real name!! Good old Willard in a flip flopping joke. The GOP is in real trouble if he is in contention.

Mike DeFran,

The only lousy people in this country are the GOP and their ever-dwindling number of voters. They are the scum of the earth, and you know it. Obama in 2012! There should NEVER be another republican elected president. They are all lying, cheating b****rds.

Wow, he's in a dead heat with the intelligent and highly qualified Sarah Palin. He must be an extremely viable candidate.

Palin apologised for Todd's lack of snowmobile experience......

Hey Matt: Yeah Obama's a real Boob, let's se so far he has been the editor of Harvard Law review, a Senator and President, while you tower of intellect that you are what exactly. (Besides a frustrated, bitter wingnut watching his party go down the tubes. And to all you Obama bashers on here, 2 months ago it was look at the stock market, proof Obama is ruing the nation, Now ? "crickets chirping". Lets bottom line it, shall we? Your boy's had eight years and look what they did with it. Runied the economy stared an illegal war, ignored warnings that Bin Laden was determined to strike, thus 911 on their watch, let New Orlean's drown, while eating cake at Johnny McCain's Birthday party, etc... Obama’s had 3 months and already consumer confidence is up, housing is stabilizing, markets are up, and while we are not out of the woods – grown by the Johnny Appleseed of incompetence GWB – we appear to be on the way. And we have some respect internationally again, (Yes we do need this, we cannot stand alone against the world and get anywhere). If you would take off the tinfoil hats and look at the world like big boys and girls, you might realize this. As for “I can’t wait until he’s out of office” guess what, you have another 7 years and 6.75 Months.

Sorry to break it to ya Clair, but it's all over for you and yours. See you in twenty years, maybe. Until then, for you it's lose lose lose and lose some more...

Hey Matt: Yeah Obama's a real Boob. He has been the editor of Harvard Law Review, a Senator and President, while you - tower of intellect that you are - are what exactly? (Besides a frustrated, bitter wingnut watching his party go down the tubes?)
And to all you Obama bashers on here, 2 months ago it was all “look at the stock market. That’s proof that Obama is ruing the nation” blah, blah. Now? "crickets" Lets bottom line it, shall we? Your boys had eight years and look what they did with it.
Obama’s had 4.5 months and already consumer confidence is up, housing is stabilizing, markets are up, and while we are not out of the woods – woods grown by the Johnny Appleseed of incompetence GWB – we are on the way. We have some respect internationally again, (Yes we do need this, we cannot stand alone against the world and get anywhere). If you would take off the tinfoil hats and look at the world like big boys and girls, you might realize this. As for “I can’t wait until he’s out of office” guess what, you have another 7 years and 6.75 Months.

I think Gov. Huckabee will make an outstanding president. He is a great communcator - can you imagine him in the debates taking on Obama!

Based on my talks with Dems, they fear Gov. Sarah Palin the most.

She has integrity, courage, charisma, conservative convictions, and will be a GOP grassroots juggernaut if she goes for it in 2012.

She's tied with Huck and Mitt and she isn't even trying yet.

It is painfull to watch Republicans struggle. The page must be turned or the USA is in danger of actually electing a Palin Romney ticket. Romney-21%, Palin 21%, the headline DEAD heat must refer to rigormortis. The old school Republican platform planks may some day be revived when the NEOCON faux takeover impodes..... Pandering to the extremes of party elements is not the answer to finding a successful party. Just keep listening to Rush, after all, he is now called your party leader.

The Fair Tax is what this country needs to pull us out of escalading debt. Do you realize how close we are to being owned by China? The result of "Obama's vision" is to punish prosperous businesses and people by enacting higher taxes. Socialism is here people. The wealthy just flee the country..avoid the taxes and there is noone left to tax except for the middle class.

The fair tax will bring in 15 trillion dollars of offshore business back to our shores. And who is the only candidate who wants to promote business and create jobs by making opportunities instead of growing government?
Huckabee. That is why he has the lead in this poll. Get ready for a Huckaboom

Walker....Can you imagine the 24/7 MSM TV commericals showing huckabee at last year's NRA convention making that sick "joke" about President Obama having a GUN pointed at him?!?! Google huckabee Obama gun...you will get thousands of hits!

Stick a fork in huck. He's done! We don't need a creepy guy like huck for President!

I see most people posting in here are Liberals.... Obama said that National Healthcare is our moral obligation, Do we also have a moral obligation to kill babies ???? When Bush was President i listened to every Liberal say "we can't afford this War" and now this president has already spent more than any other president in history and you morons say nothing!!!
If the guy next door to me does not want to work and pay for his own insurance then why should i have to pay it for him ????? and yes dumbasses it will be paid for by the taxpayers. I have several friends who are republicans as well and we disagree about some things. but you Democrat Liberals have to go along with everything that Obama does and are affraid to admit when he is wrong. You know that it's ok to disagree with your party on things RIGHT??? I hope the next Civil War is soon because i think it will be an easy task to defeat you.. You all would never fight for anything unless it is to fight for a terrorist to not get waterboarded... or fight for some convicted killer in prison to not get electrocuted. Or fight for a woman rights to KILL her unborn baby.
....LIFE, LIBERTY AND THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS....
whatever happened to that??? Now we are not guaranteed LIFE...
and it's suppose to be the pursuit of happiness, not THE GOVERMENT WILL GIVE YOU EVERYTHING" most of you are probably Born & Breed democrats who have never even questioned your parents positions on Politics. There are NO Conservative Democrats to vote for anymore. ....The Democrats have left the building.... BooYa