December 17, 2011
The Register Editorial Board
"The Des Moines Register's GOP caucus endorsement: Mitt Romney is the best to lead"
Romney received the first major endorsement of the GOP race. The Des Moines Register named him the best GOP candidate. His qualifications: sobriety, wisdom, and judgement. Subtle, "flip-flopper", and mild were also used (frequently) to describe Romney in this endorsement. Although the Register tried to give Romney a glowing endorsement, they painted him as a nearly timid candidate who can barely instill confidence. This dispassionate editorial might have a negative effect on Romney's campaign, but it is most likely that he will gain a following. The Register advocates for Romney by putting the other candidates down. Ron Paul's libertarian views will destroy the nation, and Gingrich is "undiciplined". Apparently, Romney's best quality is his ability to carefully pick each word he says. Although I find this editorial far from convincing, I think that many Iowans will look to their trusted news source for GOP endorcements for guidance in the upcoming caucus. The Des Moines Register is the largest, most widely spread, newspaper in Iowa, so this endorsement will reach many people. Romney has secured a vital asset in this race during a time his poll numbers were shaky, which will strengthen his campaign.
http://caucuses.desmoinesregister.com/2011/12/17/23902/
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