Posted on 12/12/2006 12:55:40 PM PST by PDR
Its posting is in now way indicative of an endorsement on my part.
Ping!
I'd vote for Hillary! before I'd vote for Romney.
Did you read the article? Just wondering....
Ping!
admittedly, a rather large problem....
Most people who hate Romney and declare that Hillary would be preferable haven't bothered to read the dozens of articles that showcase just how much of a fantastic success Mitt has been in everything he's undertaken. Or the dozens of articles talking about his fiscal brilliance, and skill in turning lost causes into successes by cutting costs, and eliminating waste. Because the Republican party and those who speak for it on the very right of the spectrum, no longer care about fiscal brilliance, or success in trimming government. They're more concerned with Mormonism, Massachusetts, and perceived social affronts. So, I highly doubt any of Romney's detractors are going to bother reading this, or any other favorable article that point out any of his numerous virtues
One that maybe he can fix by posing with shotguns and walking into a bait shop to ask "can I get me a hunting license here?"
Seriously, he's going to have to clearly state his position on RKBA and offer some proof that he means it if he says he believes in it.
His stance is just like Dukakis'- he thinks it's OK for A hunter to have A gun.
Obelisk, he'd make a phenomenal chief of staff who'd make Rove look like a slacker.
"He seems to be an astute business person! And clever too. I like the part about being tenacious and looking into obscure numbers before deciding what to do. He's obviously very bright and capable.
If only he hadn't signed the Massachusetts assault weapon ban! At the time he made several very anti-gun statements, probably not surprising since he was trying to save the people in Massachusetts from deadly high capacity magazines and rifles with flash hiders.
Because of him, if you wish to use an AR-15 in high power competition, you must get a special "high capacity" permit, just to own a mag of over ten rounds. Same for a Model 41 target .22, since it's designed for a 12 round mag. It's a high capacity weapon!"
He's also driven some very pro-gun legislation through.
On July 26 [of this year], Governor Mitt Romney (R) signed H. 4552, which makes exemptions for the makers of customized target pistols, who, due to a provision within state law, have found it increasingly difficult to do business in Massachusetts. Prior to the signing of H. 4552, the law required firearm makers to test at least five examples of all new products “until destruction” in order to prevent accidental discharges. Since specialty target pistols typically sell in small numbers and at higher costs than regular firearms, manufacturers have found it cost prohibitive to sell them in Massachusetts. This common-sense change to the law will enable target pistol manufacturers to do business in the state and allow enthusiasts to practice their sport. (From NRA).
Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney today signed legislation aimed at providing one clear definition of a loaded shotgun or rifle for the state's hunting enthusiasts. For years, two competing definitions have existed on the books, leaving law abiding gun owners wondering when and how they can enter or cross a public way with their firearms.
"Today, we are simplifying the gun laws in Massachusetts," Romney said. "With this legislation, our hunters will know precisely what is expected of them."
By law, no person is permitted to carry a loaded rifle or shotgun on a public way, so hunters must unload their firearms if they encounter a roadway or other public thoroughfare while hunting.
Prior to today, a "loaded" shotgun or rifle was defined differently in two chapters of the Massachusetts General Laws. Chapter 131 said that a shotgun or rifle with its priming device in place was "loaded," so simply removing the device prior to crossing a public way rendered firearms unloaded, inoperable and legal. Chapter 269 classified a "loaded" gun as one with "a shell or cartridge in either the magazine or chamber thereof, and in the case of a muzzle loading shotgun or rifle, containing powder in the flash pan or in the bore or chamber or containing a percussion cap and shot or ball." Under this definition, lawful gun owners have had to remove the firearm's priming device and clean out the powder or ball in the rifle's barrel to cross a public way.
The law signed today harmonizes these two laws by eliminating the requirement in Chapter 269 that a hunter remove the powder or ball from the barrel of the rifle. Hunters now no longer face the lengthy, complex and unnecessary task of cleaning the barrel every time they encounter a public way, nor will they unknowingly violate the law by only removing a gun's priming device.
"It is important that the gun statute remains consistent in our law books," said Senator Stephen Brewer. "I filed this legislation to ensure that the definitions are correct and I am glad to see my bill being signed into law."
"I applaud the effort of everyone involved to secure this long-overdue and common-sense fix to the statute," said Representative George N. Peterson, Jr. "It is encouraging to see some positive action taken on behalf of the sportsmen and women of the Commonwealth."
"On behalf of the lawful gun owners of the Commonwealth, I would like to thank Governor Romney and all who took part in the passage of this legislation. We have taken another important step in reforming the 1998 gun laws," said Jim Wallace, Executive Director of the Gun Owner's Action League. "This new law addresses a conflict that had previously caused great concern in those who use traditional muzzle loading rifles and shotguns. Now they confidently know what is expected of them and can enjoy their heritage without the fear of being prosecuted for violating a poorly written law." (From buckmasters.com)
Thanks for the post. It's nice to have some more information about Governor Romney. I suspect there will not be a "perfect" candidate for us conservatives in 2008.
Sorry, lost me in the first couple of paragraphs. Staples is SO overpriced. I never shop there.
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The President is the CEO of the Executive department (no small operation!). Someone with demonstrated success in an executive position would be preferable to someone who has no business experience. I honestly didn't know much about Romney. Thanks for the post. The more info about the candidates, the better.
You are right, it seems some posters have made up their minds and don't care about facts, and seem awfully proud about their bone headedness.
Most people who hate Romney and declare that Hillary would be preferable haven't bothered to read the dozens of articles that showcase just how much of a fantastic success Mitt has been in everything he's undertaken.
How has he done resisting gay marriage? We'll see how he makes out convincing conservatives that he's one too.
"Most people who hate Romney and declare that Hillary would be preferable haven't bothered to read the dozens of articles that showcase just how much of a fantastic success Mitt has been in everything he's undertaken.
How has he done resisting gay marriage? We'll see how he makes out convincing conservatives that he's one too."
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJXyDxMKv1E
They seem to like him.
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