Romney Insider: Mitt's Running...

[MMC]

Geez.....Paul and Hillary.
This is as bad as Jeb and Hillary....or Mitt and Hillary....or Cruz and Hillary.
Unfortunately, Hillary seems to be a big part of these potential bad scenarios.
Hopefully, some under-the-radar-types will rise to the occasion and win their party's nominations.:shrug:

Myself, I was hoping Webb could pull an upset over Hillary.....but he will be fighting an uphill battle all the way, as well as deal with all the underhandedness the Clintons use with the MS media. According to many they say she will run. Everyone else will be told to get in line.....other than Biden, and maybe Jerry Brown.

I prefer a Kasich/Rubio or Pence/Rubio ticket.....but If it was Bush and Kasich was in there. I think they could win the General. Delegate wise and pulling Ohio and Florida. Wins it all!

 

[MMC]

Chuck Todd on Romney again!


CT: So he’s been pondering this for a while. He just said it and wanted this to go public. Let’s remember this. They wanted this to go public. Now what is this in response to? It’s in response to Jeb Bush. And I’ll be honest with you, Hugh, I don’t know if there’s room for Mitt Romney with Jeb being as aggressive as he is in trying to essentially corner the market on donors. And you know, they fish from the same pond, Mitt Romney and Jeb Bush.

HH: Possibly, although I actually don’t think Romney would join the debates. I think he would stand aside and say to the 14 people on the stage, “You know who I am…”

CT: Well Hugh, it’s funny you say this. Here’s what I was told about where Romney’s head is at. He is not going to run through the gauntlet again. He’s not going to do Iowa and New Hampshire. What he wants to do is basically be there ready to take the nomination when the party totally is on the verge of, they can’t decide who to be with – is it Huckabee, is it Paul, is it Jeb, and then in March or April of ’16, he says okay, you know, you know I can raise the billion and a half dollars. You know that I’m not going to mess this up. I know what I’m doing. But that’s basically the turf he’s trying to carve out. I just think Jeb has just made it that much harder for him.....snip~

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[humbolt]

Myself, I was hoping Webb could pull an upset over Hillary.....but he will be fighting an uphill battle all the way, as well as deal with all the underhandedness the Clintons use with the MS media. According to many they say she will run. Everyone else will be told to get in line.....other than Biden, and maybe Jerry Brown.

I prefer a Kasich/Rubio or Pence/Rubio ticket.....but If it was Bush and Kasich was in there. I think they could win the General. Delegate wise and pulling Ohio and Florida. Wins it all!

Webb has a poor hand here in Virginia. Too bad. Good man. McAuliffe belongs to the Clintons, so he has an uphill battle even in his home state.

 

[MMC]

Webb has a poor hand here in Virginia. Too bad. Good man. McAuliffe belongs to the Clintons, so he has an uphill battle even in his home state.

Mornin HB. :2wave: Looks like Jeb Bush has a Romney Problem now too.

 

[humbolt]

Mornin HB. :2wave: Looks like Jeb Bush has a Romney Problem now too.

Romney doesn't get along with the Bush family, but I don't think it's nearly as significant as imagined. Romney would have to be drafted, and I don't think that's likely, given the field of candidates available. And I like Mitt Romney, but maybe not as much as some others that could run.

 

[MMC]

Romney doesn't get along with the Bush family, but I don't think it's nearly as significant as imagined. Romney would have to be drafted, and I don't think that's likely, given the field of candidates available. And I like Mitt Romney, but maybe not as much as some others that could run.

It is when it comes to those donors and Romney being able to up a Billion or more. Chuck Todd knows the drill. But if he attempt to go with the Front Porch Strategy and not go thru the rounds. He won't win

 

[humbolt]

It is when it comes to those donors and Romney being able to up a Billion or more. Chuck Todd knows the drill. But if he attempt to go with the Front Porch Strategy and not go thru the rounds. He won't win

Mitt should check with Rudy before going that route. Right this second it looks like an effort to control some significant money with which to influence events. I seriously think Mitt wants to assure he has a voice in this, and that's about it. I don't view Mitt as a spoiler.

 

[MMC]

Mitt should check with Rudy before going that route. Right this second it looks like an effort to control some significant money with which to influence events. I seriously think Mitt wants to assure he has a voice in this, and that's about it. I don't view Mitt as a spoiler.

Why else would he do it? Why go public with it? If just playing Kingmaker. Word was his concern was Cruz, Paul, or Christie becoming the nominee. Not Jeb Bush.

 

[Fruityfact]

Five Reasons Romney Is Thinking of Running | FiveThirtyEight
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Huckabee Could Make It Easier For A More Moderate Republican To Win In 2016 | FiveThirtyEight

=Romney is the only chance.

 

[MMC]

Five Reasons Romney Is Thinking of Running | FiveThirtyEight
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Huckabee Could Make It Easier For A More Moderate Republican To Win In 2016 | FiveThirtyEight

=Romney is the only chance.

Word is Walker will make the jump too. If Kasich or Pence jumps in. Romney is burnt toast.

 

[humbolt]

Why else would he do it? Why go public with it? If just playing Kingmaker. Word was his concern was Cruz, Paul, or Christie becoming the nominee. Not Jeb Bush.

To some extent I think it's wishful thinking on Mitt's part. He must understand that 2012 was lost for him because 4 million conservatives stayed home. I have no doubt he can exert considerable influence, but I don't see him as a viable candidate against a Hillary or a Warren. I do believe he can help cull the field more to his liking, but I don't think he can gain enough traction to compete himself. Just a gut feeling, I suppose.

 

[Fruityfact]

Word is Walker will make the jump too. If Kasich or Pence jumps in. Romney is burnt toast.

Walkers too far right to win. I'm not versed in Kasich or Pence, but they're not mainstream names, so I doubt they'll do anything either.
Plus Romney is $$$

 

[MMC]

Walkers too far right to win. I'm not versed in Kasich or Pence, but they're not mainstream names, so I doubt they'll do anything either.
Plus Romney is $$$

Kasich is the Governor of Ohio. He can swing Democrats and he would turn Ohio.....Red for the General. Pence is the Governor of Indiana and who the GOP wanted to run in 2012.

http://www.debatepolitics.com/us-elections/205848-7-reasons-mike-pence-gop-nominee-2016-a.html

http://www.debatepolitics.com/us-el...ublican-presidential-contenders-2016-a-5.html

Walker.....not as far Right as Cruz. Nor Huckabee.

 

[Jack Hays]

Kasich is the Governor of Ohio. He can swing Democrats and he would turn Ohio.....Red for the General. Pence is the Governor of Indiana and who the GOP wanted to run in 2012.

http://www.debatepolitics.com/us-elections/205848-7-reasons-mike-pence-gop-nominee-2016-a.html

http://www.debatepolitics.com/us-el...ublican-presidential-contenders-2016-a-5.html

Walker.....not as far Right as Cruz. Nor Huckabee.

One small correction. The Governor of Indiana in 2012 was Mitch Daniels, who was the candidate I and many others wanted. He declined to run and is now President of Purdue University. Pence is his successor.

 

[MMC]

To some extent I think it's wishful thinking on Mitt's part. He must understand that 2012 was lost for him because 4 million conservatives stayed home. I have no doubt he can exert considerable influence, but I don't see him as a viable candidate against a Hillary or a Warren. I do believe he can help cull the field more to his liking, but I don't think he can gain enough traction to compete himself. Just a gut feeling, I suppose.

Well, this isn't the left or the MS media teasing him. Running around and saying. See, I told you so isn't going to work. Nor does his word count much with Foreign Policy. things have changed with the Terrorists and FP will be playing a role in this General.

 

[MMC]

One small correction. The Governor of Indiana in 2012 was Mitch Daniels, who was the candidate I and many others wanted. He declined to run and is now President of Purdue University. Pence is his successor.

Yeah I know.....I meant he was the Governor of Indiana now. But the GOP did want him to run in 2008 and 2012. Although, I to was one that wanted Mitch Daniels to run back in 2012.

Which, I just saw Mitch but didn't get to speak to him.....when my step-son graduated from Purdue this year.

 

[cpwill]

Oh no…not again! I predict it will be Clinton vs. Bush III.

But the US definitely does not need another Bush in the White House! Heaven forbid!

Actually this makes the road much harder for Bush (if true).

Traditionally one candidate in the Republican Primary takes on the role of the "establishment" candidate, while the others fight amongst themselves to be the "conservative" candidate. The establishment candidates' strategy is simply to divide and conquer - letting the various "conservatives' fight amongst themselves and divide the opposition vote, picking up a plurality and winning.

Romney would force Bush off that strategy, as he would have to compete for the "moderate" votes and the establishment endorsements, staffers, and money.

 

[cpwill]

One small correction. The Governor of Indiana in 2012 was Mitch Daniels, who was the candidate I and many others wanted. He declined to run and is now President of Purdue University. Pence is his successor.

I wrote him multiple, hand-written letters begging him to run. I was crushed when he decided not to, and spent the rest of the primary unhappy with all my choices.

 

[Camlon]

Actually this makes the road much harder for Bush (if true).

Traditionally one candidate in the Republican Primary takes on the role of the "establishment" candidate, while the others fight amongst themselves to be the "conservative" candidate. The establishment candidates' strategy is simply to divide and conquer - letting the various "conservatives' fight amongst themselves and divide the opposition vote, picking up a plurality and winning.

Romney would force Bush off that strategy, as he would have to compete for the "moderate" votes and the establishment endorsements, staffers, and money.

No, that is what happened in 2012. In 2012 there was only two establishment approved candidates, and that was Rick Perry and Romney. When Rick Perry screwed up, then only Romney was left. That forced them to use the divide and conquer tactic, because they couldn't get Republicans to support Romney.

Unlike 2012 there are many establishment approved candidates thinking about running. We got Mitt Romney, Jeb Bush, Scott Walker, Marco Rubio, and Chris Christie. Most likely it will be more like 2008, they will let them fight it out and in the end all the establishment donors will get together and support the candidate with the best prospects. Non establishment candidates like Ted Cruz and Rand Paul won't have a chance when that happens.

 

[Sherman123]

At this point it seems easier to talk about which Republicans aren't running. This is getting ridiculous.

 

[JANFU]

At this point it seems easier to talk about which Republicans aren't running. This is getting ridiculous.

From what I recall, 300 K votes in certain electoral districts was the difference between a win and a loss.
While he may not win the Republican Presidential nomination with his base of support could end up as the VP for whoever does.

Romney Upends Bush's Play for Top Dog Status - Bloomberg Politics
Jeb Bush's shot at clearing, or substantially winnowing, the Republican presidential primary field was always going to be a hard play. Now, it seems to have backfired.

Mitt Romney's surprising message on Friday to supporters that he's considering a third run was a direct response to Bush's moves to roll up the party's strongest aides, strategists, and fundraisers before other establishment candidates could even get into the campaign. Even if Romney doesn't get into the race, his comments send a powerful signal to such prospective candidates as Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker and Florida Senator Marco Rubio that the party's 2012 presidential nominee is convinced a Bush candidacy is flawed and there is room for other players in the primary.

 

[Jack Hays]

From what I recall, 300 K votes in certain electoral districts was the difference between a win and a loss.
While he may not win the Republican Presidential nomination with his base of support could end up as the VP for whoever does.

Romney Upends Bush's Play for Top Dog Status - Bloomberg Politics
Jeb Bush's shot at clearing, or substantially winnowing, the Republican presidential primary field was always going to be a hard play. Now, it seems to have backfired.

Mitt Romney's surprising message on Friday to supporters that he's considering a third run was a direct response to Bush's moves to roll up the party's strongest aides, strategists, and fundraisers before other establishment candidates could even get into the campaign. Even if Romney doesn't get into the race, his comments send a powerful signal to such prospective candidates as Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker and Florida Senator Marco Rubio that the party's 2012 presidential nominee is convinced a Bush candidacy is flawed and there is room for other players in the primary.

I read today that all the Romney puffery is really just an effort by a Romney money man to make himself important.

 

[MMC]

I read today that all the Romney puffery is really just an effort by a Romney money man to make himself important.

Mornin' JH. :2wave: Gingrich told him the GOP only has runners. There are no frontrunners. It appears he has hi wife on board and he will get up what he can from his National Apparatus.

 

[11Bravo]

Oh no.....not again!!!!! :doh



Mitt Romney held meetings with donors in New York this week that left one attendee convinced he is running for president again in 2016. A member of Romney's inner circle who spoke to Business Insider said the former governor of Massachusetts traveled to New York City on Monday where he met with key financial backers of his past campaigns to lay the groundwork for a 2016 White House bid.

The source, who was at one of the meetings, said other attendees included developer Stephen Ross, New York Jets owner Woody Johnson, and hedge funders Julian Robertson and Paul Singer. A representative for Romney did not immediately respond to a request for comment about the meetings from Business Insider.....snip~

Romney Insider: Mitt's Running... - Daniel Doherty

Here's the issue we may face:

Republican pick: Mitt Romney- Elitist, lying, rich, 1%er with offshore bank accounts.
Democrat pick: Hillary Clinton-Elitist, lying, rich, 1%er with offshore bank accounts.

"We're not so different, you and I"

 

[MMC]

Here's the issue we may face:

Republican pick: Mitt Romney- Elitist, lying, rich, 1%er with offshore bank accounts.
Democrat pick: Hillary Clinton-Elitist, lying, rich, 1%er with offshore bank accounts.

"We're not so different, you and I"

I don't think either can win and this next election cycle. It will be about Foreign Policy. Moreover, The GOP has to many.....way to many trying to go for the Power.

They need to reflect.....then tank Huckabee, Fiorina, Santorum, Cruz, Carson, Rubio, Paul, and Bolton. Giving money to any of these people is a waste in futility. So why make their lives easy. Let them go back out and find work and earn their walk off.....out to pasture.