The question came from Ed Henry of Fox News.
Now, I dont know how many years maybe you do George Romney released of his college transcripts, but Republicans like to complain the president has not released his college transcripts. What is the stated reason for that? he asked.
Id refer you to the campaign. I mean, I think, Carney started.
Is it a question you could take, Henry said.
Sure. I think weve answered this a bunch. I think that the tradition of releasing income tax records for presidential candidates, for serious potential nominees and nominees of the two parties is well established. Its not a law, but its well established. And its one that this president abided by when he was a candidate as senator. Its one that numerous Republicans and Democrats have abided by, and we just think its a good idea, Carney said.
Honestly, I don’t see the point of releasing income tax records unless it’s intended to see if a candidate has been cheating on his taxes.