I understand the plausibility of a position shift on things. There seems to be a disconnect between the below stance:
“Governor Romney: “I understand that my views on laws governing abortion set me in the minority in our Commonwealth. I am prolife. I believe that abortion is the wrong choice except in cases of incest, rape, and to save the life of the mother. I wish the people of America agreed, and that the laws of our nation could reflect that view. But while the nation remains so divided over abortion, I believe that the states, through the democratic process, should determine their own abortion laws and not have them dictated by judicial mandate.”
(”Why I vetoed contraception bill”, Boston Globe Op-Ed, July 26, 2005)”
...and his new postion, brought on due to the embryonic stem cell research (early ‘07)
I’m not seeing where he’s addressing “in the case of incest, rape or when the mother’s life is at risk”. Is he on record anywhere since the ‘05 quote above including those instances along with his completely pro-life view?
If I missed it sorry, I was reading quickly. Thanks for taking the time to answer.
“Summary of Five-Point Plan To Confront The Iran Threat
First, We Should Tighten Economic Sanctions. The Administration deserves recognition for restricting access to banking and credit services. Other nations must act now to follow our lead. In addition, Governor Romney has called for strategic divestment from companies that support the Iranian regime’s dangerous actions. As the world’s financial center, no state could have a bigger impact than New York. After a new state Comptroller was named for New York, Governor Romney wrote the Comptroller, Governor Spitzer and Senators Schumer and Clinton urging them to join in the effort to stop New York pension funds from aiding Iran’s efforts.
Second, We Should Isolate Iran Diplomatically. Their leaders should be made to feel like those of Apartheid South Africa. Until there are indications that high level engagement would do anything other than reward bad behavior, the United States should not engage Iran in direct, bilateral negotiations over their nuclear weapons program. Finally, Iran’s President Ahmadinejad should be indicted under the terms of the Genocide Convention for incitement to genocide.
Third, Arab States Must Join This Effort To Prevent A Nuclear Iran. These states should support Iraq’s government; turn down the temperature of the Arab-Israeli conflict; stop the financial and weapons flows to Hamas and Hezbollah; and tell the Palestinians to drop their terror campaign and recognize Israel’s right to exist.
Fourth, We Must Make It Clear To The Iranian People That While Nuclear Capabilities May Be A Source Of Pride, It Can Also Be A Source Of Peril. If nuclear material from their nation falls into the hands of terrorists and is used, it would provoke a devastating response from the civilized world. The military option remains on the table.
Fifth, Our Strategy Must Be Integrated Into A Broader Approach To The Muslim World. We must work with moderate Muslim communities and leaders to build a lasting Partnership for Prosperity and Progress. “
redgirlinbluestate...do you know if that’s current for Mitt?
The only action on abortion (and they won`t necessarily be the same)will come from the courts or a Rat controlled Congress. Let`s worry about winning the election. Sorry, don`t mean to preach.
The only action on abortion (and they won`t necessarily be the same)will come from the courts or a Rat controlled Congress. Let`s worry about winning the election. Sorry, don`t mean to preach.