Mitt Romney Delivers New Hampshire GOP PAC Keynote Address
Delivering the keynote address yesterday at Fratello’s Restaurant in Manchester, New Hampshire, Mitt Romney rocked the House Republican Victory PAC dinner. Prior to the main event, the three hour fundraiser featured a VIP reception and No Apology book signing. The Granite State GOP PAC is dedicated to electing a Republican majority to the New Hampshire House.
First Read adds:
The former Massachusetts governor, no surprise, leads the pack of 2012 hopefuls who have donated to the state party [NH] and state GOP candidates. Romney has donated already $30,000 to the state party, Williams said. Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty is the next biggest contributor of the group with $5,000.[...]
Romney has also given $7,500 to other local and state special election candidates in New Hampshire, and $1,000 to Chris Sununu, who is running for the state party’s executive council. Chris Sununu is the son of state party chairman John Sununu, a former governor.
(emphasis mine)
What seems to have caught the attention of a few observers was how Gov Romney arrived at and departed the event:
We all know how important a politician’s choice of car has become.
Deval Patrick’s Cadillac – not good. Scott Brown’s pickup truck – very good. And maybe it’s a coincidence, but when Mitt Romney arrived to a private fundraiser in Manchester on Thursday night, he wasn’t being driven around in his usual SUV, he was all alone in his very own pickup.
[…]To be fair, the truck is not just a political prop. Judging by all the scratches, he uses it a lot, but it certainly fits the image he’s trying to shape for the next campaign.
I guess silly season starts early.
Gov Romney is simply a down-to-earth great guy; he’s known for a fervor for hard work, his generous nature, and a willingness to roll up his sleeves to lend a hand to those in need. His wife, Ann, has also told us about his penchant for helping around the house and for nitty-gritty outdoor work. He hasn’t got a lazy bone in his body. It looks like he’s got a truck that’s been put to good use and it can keep up with him!
(Hat tip to Rebel Ross for video)
UPDATE: NRO (The Corner)
Romney brushes aside the Scott Brown comparison. “I’m going out to my place in Lake Winnipesaukee,” he says. “I have got to pull a trailer for my wife over the weekend, so the truck pulls the trailer.” Eric Fehrnstrom, Romney’s spokesman, tells the AP that if Romney runs again, he’ll take an RV — the “Mitt Mobile” leftover from his 2008 presidential run — over the truck.
Gas ‘er up! Let’s go!
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In a video posted on the chat, Mitt Romney explained that he was heading to his house and would be towing something for his wife. Also, when Mitt Romney had a house in Park City, he was often a visitor at the Home Depot. He is a do it yourself kinda guy. Much more down to earth and frugally minded then many would think of someone with that kind of money.
I don’t think Romney was trying to “project an image for the next campaign.” He’s just himself, anywhere he goes – an honest breath of fresh air.
and even moved himself from Utah to Cali…by u-haul….Great posting Jayde…..Off to rehab…Later…..Go Mitt!!!!!
Thanks for the added insight, Tracey and Paulee. Dust does NOT grow under Mitt’s feet.
Romney is a DOER.
And, I agree with Wren; Romney is a breath of fresh air.
Why do people assign their own motives to everything Mr. Romney does. It was not a beat up old truck. I thought it was a lot nicer than any truck I have driven. (Nothing wrong with that.) He did’nt call the media or set this up – he just parked. I guess when there are no ethic charges, no disfuntional family members, no infidelity, no dshonest buisness practices, or crude language outbursts we have to make news of this.
When you read Mitt’s books, you can tell he is a terrific business/family guy with solid values. Better yet, buy the audible and he reads them to you. I feel like I have spent quality time with him, listening to his own words with his voice. Why would anyone support any other candidates?
Romney doesn’t seem to waste his time putting energy into “projecting an image for the next campaign.” He is what he is, who he is, does what he does, and does it well. And, that image is refreshingly honest, unlike in so many in political power now days.
Romney 2012! Who cares if he drives a truck? I don’t see him trying to change his image.
He was a successful businessman who is the only one that get our country out of the mess it is in. Along with Gov Daniels, Gov Jindal, Newt…we’re lucky to have so many smart people in our party.
Wish I drove a truck. Guess I’ll just have to work as smart and hard as he does! Mitt 2012, baby!