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To: MulhollandDrive who wrote (462543)	12/29/2011 2:08:24 AM
From: d[-_-]b	Respond to of 794366

...because frankly i think the very idea of a 59 point 'plan' shows a real disconnect with what people are really looking for in a leader... I sort of thought the same but now think it's more a revelation about the public's short attention span and how all tough problems should be reduced to 30 second sound bites. Maybe it's time for someone with a detailed plan that would actually work and not just make us all feel good.

To: MulhollandDrive who wrote (462543)	12/29/2011 3:38:16 AM
From: KLP	1 Recommendation Respond to of 794366

I've come to that same realization, MD.....I think we all want a 'dark horse' to appear, but honestly, I don't think we will be fortunate enough to have another Ronald Reagan appear from behind the curtain.

To: MulhollandDrive who wrote (462543)	12/29/2011 6:54:03 AM
From: Bill	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 794366

My thinking on him has also been evolutionary. Romneycare is obviously a black mark. And he can frustrate you when he fails to go right or doesn't play the politics the way we want him to. But on the other hand, he has a skill set that is sorely lacking in government. He knows how to fix things, and how to get the most out of organizations. He managed this state professionally and transparently. He combined several agencies to close a multibillion dollar budget gap and left office with a budget surplus, without raising taxes. And I don't remember his being involved in any scandals, patronage, vendettas or crony capitalism during his tenure. On the important issues - like Iran, China, jobs, monetary policy, energy, budget, crisis management, etc. - I would trust Romney to provide intelligent leadership. And with a republican congress, he just might be able to reverse the Pelosi/Reid/Obama disaster.

To: MulhollandDrive who wrote (462543)	12/29/2011 10:47:07 AM
From: Thehammer	2 Recommendations Respond to of 794366

i haven't read his '59 point' economic plan....because frankly i think the very idea of a 59 point 'plan' shows a real disconnect with what people are really looking for in a leader....ie, streamlined approach to governing and taxation and regulation, but i am ready to take a look and give him a chance I think you make an Excellent Point - most of the people don't want don't want to see the sausage making. I would think that Romney needs to condense this down into an elevator speech that can resonate with the people. I admit that i have not looked at "the Heinz plus 2 plan" but i would bet there are 3 - 5 major themes that could serve as the basis for an effective communication strategy. The other nuance of your point is that he comes across more as a manager than a leader in that leaders articulate a vision. Chuck