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Title: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on January 13, 2011, 11:26:02 PM
WARNING!!!!

This thread is completely shameless.  It is not for the faint of heart.  :)

Exaggeration and embellishment will be employed from time to time, nay, almost all the time.

My main hope is that all who read it will enjoy it, maybe get a laugh or two. 

Your comments, pro, con, neutral, are always welcome.

Thank you, and I trust all who enter herein will find delight in the diversion. 


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: #CriminalizeSobriety on January 13, 2011, 11:48:50 PM
Can't wait to see it... :P


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: feeblepizza on January 14, 2011, 08:35:20 AM
Oh dear God...


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on January 14, 2011, 01:23:06 PM
Hey! I already had plans for a Romney in '68 Timeline! >:(


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on January 14, 2011, 09:13:33 PM
Hey! I already had plans for a Romney in '68 Timeline! >:(

Please proceed with yours.  I can assure you yours will be much more believable.  :)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on January 14, 2011, 09:16:19 PM
Hey! I already had plans for a Romney in '68 Timeline! >:(

Please proceed with yours.  I can assure you yours will be much more believable.  :)

I'm planning on doing it after I finish "America and Onward".


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: King on January 14, 2011, 10:21:35 PM
Congratulations, Winfield.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on January 14, 2011, 10:32:22 PM

You should address your congratulations directly (http://freestrongamerica.com/) to Mitt Romney.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on January 14, 2011, 10:39:42 PM
Kew Palace London 1784, King George III is feeling down.

Speaking to his chief advisor...

King George:  Pemberton, I have been feeling depressed of late, losing the colonies and all that.  I need something to cheer me up.  I have been thinking perhaps a marvellous portrait of myself I could share with the realm.  But this would require an absolutely gifted artist.  Someone genuinely outstanding, someone who has the capability to capture my true essence, who could bring out my inner soul, and make my likeness come to life on canvas.  But where can I find such an artist Pemberton?  Where, where?  I doubt such a genius exists.

Pemberton:  Ah, your majesty, there is but one such genius who could do your likeness justice, and only one, the brilliant and gifted portraitist George Romney.

King George:  Oh, you have captivated my imagination.  And where can we find this Romney fellow?

Pemberton:  I believe he resides right here in London your majesty, in Cavendish Square. 

King George:  Well, then send for him immediately.  Tell him his king awaits. 

Pemberton:  Of course your majesty.  I can assure you, you will not be disappointed.         

King George:  Pemberton, whatever would I do without you?

Pemberton:  I am humbled your majesty, and am but your devoted and dedicated servant.       



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: feeblepizza on January 14, 2011, 10:50:52 PM
Eagerly awaiting the next update...


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on January 16, 2011, 09:52:46 PM
Pemberton introduces artist George Romney to King George III.

Pemberton:  Your majesty, may I present to you the gifted portraitist George Romney.  This man, your majesty, is truly an artistic genius.

Romney bows before the king. 

King George:  Mr. Romney, it is a great pleasure to meet you at last.  I have heard wonderful things about you. 

Romney:  Your majesty, the pleasure is all mine, I assure you.  And thank you Mr. Pemberton for that introduction.  You flatter me.

King George:  As Pemberton has informed you, I would like for you to produce my portrait.  But not just any portrait, Mr. Romney, a truly magnificent portrait.  A protrait that will shout through the centuries, THIS is King George III.  Mr. Romney, can you capture my inner soul, and make my likeness come to life on canvas? 

Romney:  Indeed your majesty, it will be the epitome of my career to be of such service to so great a soverign as yourself.

King George:  When can you begin?

Romney:  Tomorrow morning your majesty.

Two weeks later, the portrait is complete.

King George, tears in his eyes:  Mr. Romney, this is truly the most magnificent portrait I have ever seen.  This likeness of me shall ring through the centuries.  You shall be receiving a sizeable bonus on top of the handsome fee already paid.

Not only that, Mr. Romney, but I shall like to bestow upon you a hereditary peerage.  You shall be created Baron Romney of Dalton-in-Furness.  You shall have a seat in the House of Lords and an income from the government.  Your male heirs shall inherit this title, position, and income in perpetuity.

Romney, bowing low before the king:  You honor me beyond words your majesty.

And so it is that the Romney family enter into the ranks of the titled British nobility.             


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: feeblepizza on January 17, 2011, 01:02:22 AM
Moar, please.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on January 17, 2011, 08:59:21 AM

Also, was the painter George Romney even connected to the Romney family we're talking about?


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on January 17, 2011, 09:00:41 AM
How great would be Mitt Romney landslide over Paul Tsonagus in 1978?


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on January 17, 2011, 11:18:57 PM

Also, was the painter George Romney even connected to the Romney family we're talking about?

Miles Romney (1806–1877) was born in Dalton-in-Furness, Lancashire (now in Cumbria), on July 13, 1806. He was the son of George Romney, Jr., whose father, George Romney, Sr. was first cousin to the English portrait painter also named George Romney.

This Miles Romney was Mitt Romney's great-great grandfather.



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on January 18, 2011, 01:17:48 AM
It is the summer of 1837.  As Miles Romney and his wife Elizabeth are walking to the market, they see a crowd gathered around a man who is speaking.  They move in closer to see what this is all about.

The man speaking is Orson Hyde, a Mormon Apostle.  The Romneys take a great deal of interest in his words, and their lives and as it would turn out, and the lives of their descendants would be changed profoundly forever.  That September, they and their children are baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and in 1841, they leave England for the United States of America to join the Saints.

By joining the Mormon Church, Miles and Elizabeth Romney are to shape the outlook of current and future generations of the Romney family, and by moving to America, they are to lay the foundation by which their descendants would profoundly  impact the future destiny of a great nation, and have an influence that would be felt the world over.

Never did Miles and Elizabeth Romney ever dream the implications that their trans Atlantic voyage would have on America and on the world.    

The Romneys had arrived in the United States of America.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: feeblepizza on January 18, 2011, 03:54:10 PM
I had no idea that the artist George Romney was a real person. Thanks for the nice little bit of info there :).

And, once again, show us moar, please!


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on January 19, 2011, 08:52:17 PM
To clarify with reference to the artist George Romney, his uncle, Thomas Romney, (1709-1776), was a great grandfather of Miles Romney, (1806-1877).  Miles Romney was a great great grandfather of Mitt Romney. 


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on January 19, 2011, 10:22:57 PM
To put things into perspective, I will outline the players in this political drama. For clarity, I will state their relatiionship to Mitt Romney, since he is the one that is most familiar, and most beloved :D, to anyone on this board.

All of these may not appear in the story.

Miles Romney (1806-1877), great great grandfather of Mitt Romney, established the Romney family in America.

Miles Park Romney (1843-1904), son of Miles Romney, great grandfather of Mitt Romney.

Gaskell Romney (1871-1955), son of Miles Park Romney, father of Michigan Governor George Romney, and grandfather of Mitt Romney.

George W Romney (1907-1995), son of Gaskell Romney, father of Mitt Romney.

Mitt Romney (born 1947).

Scott Romney, son of George W Romney, brother of Mitt Romney.

Lenore Romney (1909-1998), wife of George W Romney, mother of Mitt Romney.

Ronna Romney (born 1943), former daughter in law of George W Romney and Lenore Romney.

Kevin Romney (born 1964), son of Scott Romney and Ronna Romney, nephew of Mitt Romney.

Ann Romney (born 1949), wife of Mitt Romney.

Edward Roderick Davies (1915-1992), father of Ann Romney, father in law of Mitt Romney.

Sid Lambourne (1898-1984).  Miles Park Romney's second wife, Caroline Lambourne Romney, was a grand aunt of Sid Lambourne.

L.C. Romney, kinsman of Mitt Romney.

John P Romney, business executive, kinsman of Mitt Romney.

David T Romney, lawyer, kinsman of Mitt Romney.

Larry Romney, kinsman of Mitt Romney.

G. Ott Romney (1892-1973), kinsman of Mitt Romney.

Miles Romney Sr. (1872-1943), kinsman of Mitt Romney.

Miles Romney Jr. (1900-1976), kinsman of Mitt Romney.

Daniel T. Romney (1926-2008), kinsman of Mitt Romney.

Clyde Anderson Romney (1943-2006), kinsman of Mitt Romney.

Vernon Romney (1896-1976), kinsman of Mitt Romney.

Helen Brown Romney (1917-2004), kinsman of Mitt Romney.

Vernon B Romney (born 1924). kinsman of Mitt Romney.

Keith Bradford Romney II (born 1955), kinsman of Mitt Romney.

Children of Mitt Romney and Ann Romney

Tagg Romney (born 1970).

Matt Romney (born 1971).

Josh Romney (born 1975).

Ben Romney (born 1978).

Craig Romney (born 1981).


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on January 25, 2011, 12:53:51 AM
For a political dynasty that was destined to span generations, and one which was to have such a dramatic impact on the future of America and the world, it had humble beginnings.

Ironically, this great dynasty, which was to become one of the paramount strandard bearers of Republicanism, had its beginnings within the Democratic Party.  Miles Romney Sr. (born 1872, a nephew of Miles Park Romney), was born in the small town of Hamilton, Montana.  He became a member of the Montana State Democratic Central Committee, wherein he served with distinction.  

Montana Democratic Governor Robert Burns Smith:  Miles, I do not know how you've done it, but you have managed to revitalize the Montana Democratic Party, and make it possible for me to win election as Governor.  For that, I will be forever greatful.  

Miles Romney Sr.:  It is my privilege to be of service, Governor.  I am pleased that my talents have been beneficial to you and to this state.

Following his remarkable contribution to the Democtratic Party in Montana, Miles Romney Sr. went on to become Mayor of his hometown of Hamilton, Montana, 1902 - 1904, Montana state senator from Ravalli County from 1906 to 1910. He was the State director of the National Recovery Act, organized the Federal Housing Administration in Montana and the National Emergency Council, which became the U.S. Office of Government Reports, and served as President of the Montana Press Association.

In 1913, Miles Romney Sr. realized his life's ambition, winning election as Montana Governor, serving from 1913-1921.  Governor Romney presided over unprecendented economic growth in the state, credited to his aggressive leadership.

The Romneys of Montana were successful in establishing their own mini political dynasty of sorts.  The son, Miles Romney Jr., also a Democrat, born 1900, late in life, decided to follow in his father's footsteps and enter the field of public service.  

He was elected to the Montana House of Representatives in 1966, serving until 1969. In 1968 he was elected Governor of Montana, reelected in 1972, serving 1969 to 1976, and died in office.   Miles Jr. was noted for his wisdom and carefully thought out positions on the issues of the day.  

The Romneys of Montana have left a lasting impact on the state that shall long be remembered fondly by the people of Montana.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on January 26, 2011, 01:06:05 AM
In 1928, Gaskell Romney, born 1871, son of Miles Park Romney, is 57 years of age.  He had just been elected as a County Commissioner one year before, in 1927, and was having tremendous success in this office.  Against the advice of his family, friends, and contrary to what common sense was saying at the time, Gaskell Romney threw his hat into the race for Governor against popular, successful, respected, intelligent, hard working incumbent Democratic Governor George Dern.

To the surprise of everyone, himself included, Gaskell Romney wins the Republican nomination for Governor over much more politically experienced opponents, and, even more surprising, in a tough fight for Governor, somehow manages to win the Governorship over the popular incumbent.  Some credit Romney's win to the fact he is a devout Mormon in a Mormon state, whereas Dern is a Congregationalist.

Romney sets right to work in his new position, attacking the duties and responsitilities as Governor with enthusiasm.

Then, 1929.

The world, including the state of Utah, is hit with the worst economic depression in memory.  Governor Romney delivers a major address to the Utah State Legislature.

Governor Romney:  There are things we can do to improve the lives of those in this state.  I propose a New Deal to get our unemployed back to work, to get the economy moving again.  We will put government funds into public works projects, transportation, railroads.  We will provide relief to struggling farmers, as farming is a major component of this state.  This will provide jobs for the unemployed and stimulate the economy. 

November 9, 1932, the day after the Presidential election, and the day after Governor Romney had been reelected as Utah Governor, the phone rings in Governor Romney's office. 

Romney's Secretary:  Governor Romney, I have, well, it's President Elect Franklin D. Roosevelt on the line.

Romney:  What?  Roosevelt?  Are you sure? 

Secretary:  Yes sir.

Romney:  Well, put him through.

Romney:  Mr. President Elect , what a surprise.  This is a deep honor.  Congratulations on your overwhelming victory.

Roosevelt:  Thank you Governor.  And congratulations on your big reelection win.

Romney:  Thank you.  And you can call me Gaskell.

Roosevelt:  Only if you call me Franklin.  Gaskell, I am most impressed with your back to work program.  I am going to propose an extensive economic stimulus program when I take office as President.  Would it be okay with you if I call my program the New Deal?  I know this is the name you came up with in 1929, but I like it so much I would like to use it as the name of my economic recovery program, and I would like to institute some of your economic ideas into my own program.

Romney:  Mr. Roosevelt, I would be most honored.

And so it is that Governor Gaskell Romney and President Franklin Roosevelt come to be on a first name basis, and a Romney economic innovation, expanded and added onto on a federal level, named by Governor Romney as the New Deal, a name used by President Roosevelt, with permission, becomes the basis for America's economic recovery, and a lasting bond of friendship is forged between the Utah Governor and the U.S. President.     


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on January 26, 2011, 05:10:19 PM
Great Updates!


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on February 24, 2011, 11:53:21 PM
February 16, 1933, the office of Utah Governor Gaskell Romney.  Romney is meeting with Utah state legislators.

Secretary:  Governor, President Elect Roosevelt on the line for you.

Romney:  Gentlemen, you will have to excuse me.  FDR is on the line.

Of course Governor.

Romney:  Thank you, put him right through.

GR:  Franklin, how nice to hear from you. The transition going well?

FDR:  Just great Gaskell.  I would like to invite you and Amy to be Eleanors and my special guests at the inauguration.  The two of you will be seated immediately behind  myself and Eleanor.  I would as well like to ask you to be the speaker at the major Presidential dinner following the inauguration.  It will show a spirit of bipartisanship, and besides Gaskell, you are one of the best public speakers I know.  

GR:  Franklin, Amy and I would be most honored to be your guests at the inauguration, and I will be most pleased to speak at the dinner.  And I promise, Franklin, not to extol the virtues of what we have accomplished here in Utah, at least, not too much.

GR and FDR:  Hahahahaha!

FDR:  Gaskell, I know that you have led Utah with great skill and success during this depression and continue to do so through these tough economic times, with great success, so please talk about that for a bit.  That will show America there is hope.  But don't lay it on too thick.  I don't want to be completely overshadowed on my own inauguration day.

FDR and GR:  Hahahahahaha!

GR:  Don't worry about that Franklin.  There is not a soul in the entire nation that could overshadow you on that day, or any other day for some time to come I'm sure.

FDR:  Gaskell, you are too kind.  That is one reason you have been so successful in public life, and one reason I have so much respect for you.  Now, Gaskell, there is something I want to ask you, something I feel very strongly about.  I want to put America back to work.  I know that you have just recently been reelected Governor, but I want the best people in my administration.  I want you to head up the major economic post in the United States government.  I want you to be Secretary of the Treasury.  You will be my principal economic advisor, and will play a critical role in policy making for the United States economy.

GR:  Franklin, I cannot express how humbled I am by your request.  You know, when the President calls, as a citizen, I listen.  I will discuss this matter with Amy, and call you back.

FDR:  Thanks Gaskell.

Romney calls his wife Amy.

GR:  Amy, Franklin wants me to be Secretary of the Treasury.  This will of course require us to leave our beloved Utah and move to DC.  

Amy:  Gaskell, I have had a feeling for some time now that you are destined to accomplish great things, not only for Utah, which you already have, but for the nation as well.  This is the Lord's answer to what you should be doing at this stage in your life.  I will support you completely in your new responsibilities.

GR:  Yes Amy, I have had a feeling as well that being Governor of Utah was not the only contribution that I would be making to public life.

Romney calls FDR back.

GR:  Franklin, I have discussed this matter with Amy, and we both feel strongly that I accept your invitation to become Secretary of the Treasury.  I accept in all humility and look forward to serving in your administration, and serving the American people.

FDR:  (tears in his eyes) Thank you Gaskell.  You have made me very happy.

And so it is that Governor Gaskell Romney of the small state of Utah heads up America's most important economic office as Secretary of the Treasury, making a major contribution, some say the major contribution, to pulling the United States of America out of the devastating economic depression of the 1930's, and going down in American history as the most influential and greatest Secretary of the Treasury the nation has ever known.      


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on February 25, 2011, 10:51:12 PM
Gaskell Romney is succeeded as Governor of Utah by Utah Secretary of State Charles Mabey in March of 1933, upon Romney's confirmation to become U.S. Secretary of the Treasury.  Charles Mabey is himself a former Utah Governor who was now serving as Secretary of State in the Romney administration.  Mabey completes the remainder of the term.

In the 1936 election for Utah Governor, the oldest son of Gaskell Romney, Miles Pratt Romney, decides to seek the office.  In the election, Miles Pratt Romney sweeps into office.  Miles Pratt Romney seems to have inherited his fathers' gifts of leadership as well as his charisma, and serves two spectacular terms as Utah Governor.

After having completed his two terms as Governor of Utah, Miles Park Romney is talking with his younger brother, George W. Romney.

Miles:  You know George, I have really enjoyed serving two terms as Governor of Utah, and being able to make a meaningful contribution to the betterment of the lives of the people of Utah.

George:  Yes, you know, I plan on becoming a Governor someday, and helping people improve their lives.  And then, after that, I plan on going all the way to the top, and becoming President of the United States, so I will be able to help the entire nation, and the world.

Miles:  George, if anyone can do it, you can.  Our family should contribute another great President to this nation, and you have the abilities to become a great President.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on February 26, 2011, 02:56:28 PM
Tuesday, January 9, 1940, the Oval Office.  President Franklin Roosevelt meets with Secretary of the Treasury, Gaskell Romney and his wife Amy.

FDR:  Gaskell, I have something of major importance to discuss with you, something that will affect your family, and that is why I have asked to meet with both you and your dear wife Amy.  We live in challenging times.  The world is at war.  This is an election year.  I intend to seek an unprecendented third term as President.  The Vice President John Garner has served well and faithfully, but I have decided that I will be choosing a new Vice Presidential running mate for the election, and I want you to become my Vice President.  I have gone over and over possibilities and your name keeps coming up.  I am more convinced than ever that you are the man for the job.      

GR:  Franklin, (the President and Secretary continue to be on a first name basis in private conversations) I am deeply honored, however, I am not so sure if that would go over so well within the Democratic Party.  After all, I am a Republican, and I intend to remain a Republican.

FDR:  Gaskell, that is the beauty of this whole thing.  In this time of world conflict, I intend to run a national unity ticket, to unite the nation, to bring us together like no time in our history.  You will remain a Republican.  That is as it should be.  And the nation will, I believe, respect that as well.  The convention will ratify my decision, I can assure you.  We do not know if we will be drawn into the war, I suspect we will, and when that time comes, and come it will, I want you to be the one next in line.  Gaskell, I am not well, and should I not survive this coming term, I want you to be the one to succeed me.  The nation would be in very capable hands with you.

GR:  Franklin, I will be honored to accept your generous offer, providing of course Amy is in agreement.  After all, this will be affecting her life tremendously.  Amy, your thoughts?

Amy:  Gaskell, I stand behind you completely.  I know you will be a great Vice President.

GR:  So, it's official then.  I accept.

FDR smiles broadly.

FDR:  Thank you so much Gaskell, and thank you Amy.  I know I have made the right choice.  

FDR proved to be right.  His choice of a Republican running mate united the nation as never before.  The nation is very confident in the ticket of Roosevelt and Romney.  After all, Romney brings to the ticket an extremely successful performance as Secretary of the Treasury, and receives much of the credit, along with the President, for leading the nation out of the economic depression.  The Democratic National Convention in 1940 overwhelmingly approves of FDR's selectiion of Romney for Vice President.

The National Unity ticket of Roosevelt and Romney go on to win the 1940 Presidential election in a landslide, by an electoral vote of 449 to 38 over the Republican ticket of Wendell Wilkie and Charles McNary.

And so it is that a Romney is sworn in as Vice President of the United States, in a momentous time of international conflict and war, a heart beat away from the Presidency itself.  


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on February 26, 2011, 03:05:02 PM
I assume FDR would like to keep Romney as running-mate in 1944, which would led him directly to the White House in April 1945, but there's one problem with such speculation: Wallace was dropped because Democratic leader feared he may become, in a light of FDR's health, next President. So wouldn't they (assuming we follow this speculation) want a Republican out of ticket in 1944?

Just my two cents.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on February 26, 2011, 03:23:21 PM
Good updates, though, as you admitted, far to biased towards the Romney family.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on February 26, 2011, 03:45:02 PM
Good updates, though, as you admitted, far to biased towards the Romney family.

To be fair, we all have some bias.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on February 26, 2011, 03:47:05 PM
I assume FDR would like to keep Romney as running-mate in 1944, which would led him directly to the White House in April 1945, but there's one problem with such speculation: Wallace was dropped because Democratic leader feared he may become, in a light of FDR's health, next President. So wouldn't they (assuming we follow this speculation) want a Republican out of ticket in 1944?

Just my two cents.

Ah, we shall soon see what becomes of the indomitable Vice President Gaskell Romney.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on February 26, 2011, 03:48:44 PM
Winfield, I have to admit I'm enjoying this story so far.
Do not disappoint


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on February 26, 2011, 03:53:43 PM
Good updates, though, as you admitted, far to biased towards the Romney family.

To be fair, we all have some bias.

I guess so. I guess I've been somewhat biased towards the Goldwaters in some of my timelines despite not agreeing with them on a number of issues.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on February 26, 2011, 03:54:24 PM
Good updates, though, as you admitted, far to biased towards the Romney family.

To be fair, we all have some bias.

I guess so. I guess I've been somewhat biased towards the Goldwaters in some of my timelines despite not agreeing with them on a number of issues.

I'm horribly biased toward Walter Mondale.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on February 26, 2011, 03:54:49 PM
Good updates, though, as you admitted, far to biased towards the Romney family.

Yes, that is absolutely true.  No doubt about it.

And so it is that this thread is completely shameless.  :D  

That is the intent.  :)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on February 26, 2011, 04:02:07 PM
Winfield, I have to admit I'm enjoying this story so far.
Do not disappoint


I shall do my best.

Never in the field of human history has so much bias been written about so many by so few.  :)

(with thanks to WC)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on February 26, 2011, 04:16:14 PM
Never in the field of human history has so much bias been written about so many by so few.  :)

(with thanks to WC)

I'm sure Polish airmen would appreciate this.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on February 26, 2011, 04:43:30 PM
Never in the field of human history has so much bias been written about so many by so few.  :)

(with thanks to WC)

I'm sure Polish airmen would appreciate this.

Translation of my entry:

Never in the field of human history has so much bias been written about so many (the Romneys) by so few. (me)  :)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on February 26, 2011, 06:08:29 PM
I'm guessing that since this has so many Romneys involved in politics, it will have Vern Romney of Utah (failed gubernatorial candidate in 1976 I think) and Scott Romney of Michigan (failed AG candidate in 1998).


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on February 27, 2011, 10:05:58 PM
Just a note on the 1940 Presidential campaign.

Vice Presidential nominee Gaskell Romney made a point not to demean or attack the Republican ticket or party during the campaign.  Instead, he campaigned on the benefits and virtues of a national unity administration in this time of international conflict.  He wanted to maintain his standing in the Republican Party, and that of the Romney family within the Republican Party as much as possible.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on February 27, 2011, 11:32:42 PM
December 5, 1941

President Franklin D. Roosevelt falls ill and is rushed to Walter Reed Medical Center.  First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt is at his side.  Immediately upon hearing about the situation from a senior Roosevelt aide, Vice President Gaskell Romney and his wife Amy are speedily driven to the hospital.  They greet the First lady with a hug.  Other members of the Roosevelt family are in the room.  The Romneys greet each of them warmly.

GR and Amy to Eleanor Roosevelt:  We are so sorry, so very sorry.

ER through her tears:  Thank you.  Thank you.

GR to FDR, gripping his hand tightly:  Franklin, you are going to be fine, I know it.  I just know it.

FDR, struggling to speak:  Gas    kell,    these    are    troub    ling    times.    You    can    do    the    job.    I    know    you    can.    That's    why    I    picked    you    for    VP.

GR:  Franklin, just relax, everything will be alright.

With that, President Franklin D. Roosevelt lapses into unconsciousness, breathing but unconscious.

At this point, there is nothing more the Romneys can do at the hospital.  They warmly bid goodbye to the First Lady and the other members of the Roosevelt family, and are escorted from the room by Presidential security.  They are taken back to their residence, where increased security is put in place.

Vice President Gaskell Romney becomes Acting President of the United States, as the President is incapacitated, but is still alive.  The Chief Justice of the United States, Harlan Fiske Stone, is immediately sent for, and administers the oath of office to Romney.  Gaskell Romney assumes full Presidential powers.

Gaskell and Amy Romney hug each other, with Amy whispering quietly to her husband

It's all up to you now, it's all up to you.

Acting President Gaskell Romney fully realizes the enormity of the challenges that now face him and the nation in the turbulent and troubled times ahead.  


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 02, 2011, 01:28:28 AM
December 6, 1941

Acting President Gaskell Romney begins the day by talking by phone with British Prime Minister Winston Churchill.  Romney then meets with the cabinet, top military leaders, and then with Congressional leaders.  Top of the agenda, the world situation.

December 7, 1941

The Acting President is advised of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.  After meeting with military advisers, Romney writes a speech he will deliver to a joint session of Congress on December 8.

December 8, 1941, 12:30 pm, Acting President Gaskell Romney begins his address to a joint session of Congress.

(With acknowledgment to FDR speech)

Yesterday, December 7, 1941 — a date which will live in infamy — the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.

The United States was at peace with that nation, and, at the solicitation of Japan, was still in conversation with its government and its Emperor looking toward the maintenance of peace in the Pacific.

Indeed, one hour after Japanese air squadrons had commenced bombing in the American island of Oahu, the Japanese Ambassador to the United States and his colleague delivered to our Secretary of State a formal reply to a recent American message. And, while this reply stated that it seemed useless to continue the existing diplomatic negotiations, it contained no threat or hint of war or of armed attack.

It will be recorded that the distance of Hawaii from Japan makes it obvious that the attack was deliberately planned many days or even weeks ago. During the intervening time the Japanese Government has deliberately sought to deceive the United States by false statements and expressions of hope for continued peace.

The attack yesterday on the Hawaiian Islands has caused severe damage to American naval and military forces. I regret to tell you that very many American lives have been lost. In addition, American ships have been reported torpedoed on the high seas between San Francisco and Honolulu.

Yesterday the Japanese Government also launched an attack against Malaya.
Last night Japanese forces attacked Hong Kong.
Last night Japanese forces attacked Guam.
Last night Japanese forces attacked the Philippine Islands.
Last night the Japanese attacked Wake Island.
And this morning the Japanese attacked Midway Island.

Japan has therefore undertaken a surprise offensive extending throughout the Pacific area. The facts of yesterday and today speak for themselves. The people of the United States have already formed their opinions and well understand the implications to the very life and safety of our nation.
As Commander-in-Chief of the Army and Navy I have directed that all measures be taken for our defense, that always will our whole nation remember the character of the onslaught against us.

No matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the American people, in their righteous might, will win through to absolute victory.

I believe that I interpret the will of the Congress and of the people when I assert that we will not only defend ourselves to the uttermost but will make it very certain that this form of treachery shall never again endanger us.

Hostilities exist. There is no blinking at the fact that our people, our territory and our interests are in grave danger.

With confidence in our armed forces, with the unbounding determination of our people, we will gain the inevitable triumph, so help us God.

I ask that the Congress declare that since the unprovoked and dastardly attack by Japan on Sunday, December 7, 1941, a state of war has existed between the United States and the Japanese Empire.

The Senate and House of Representatives approve the war declaration almost unanimously - the pacifist Congresswoman Jeannette Rankin of Montana votes against the resolution.  At 4pm, Romney signs the declaration of war on Japan.

Three days later, December 11, Japan's allies, Germany and Italy, both declare war on the United States. The U.S. Congress responds immediately by declaring war on them.

The United States of America is now at war, and Acting President Gaskell Romney dedicates himself to leading the nation to victory.



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Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 02, 2011, 11:44:02 PM
Acting President Gaskell Romney rallies the nation behind the war effort.

In a series of radio adresses, Romney inspires the nation to move forward with renewed determination to preserve freedom and democracy, and the American way of life.

(With acknowledgment to FDR addresses)

There are many among us who in the past closed their eyes to events abroad--because they believed in utter good faith what some of their fellow Americans told them -- that what was taking place in Europe was none of our business; that no matter what happened over there, the United States could always pursue its peaceful and unique course in the world.

Obviously, a defense policy based on that is merely to invite future attack.

In some quarters, with this rude awakening has come fear, fear bordering on panic....It is whispered by some that, only by abandoning our freedom, our ideals, our way of life, can we build our defenses adequately, can we match the strength of the aggressors.

Today we are more realistic. But let us not be calamity-howlers and discount our strength.

Today's threat to our national security is not a matter of military weapons alone. We know of other methods, new methods of attack.

The Trojan Horse. The Fifth Column that betrays a nation unprepared for treachery. Spies, saboteurs and traitors are the actors in this new strategy. With all of these we must and will deal vigorously.

But there is an added technique for weakening a nation at its very roots, for disrupting the entire pattern of life of a people. And it is important that we understand it.

The method is simple. It is, first, discord, a dissemination of discord. A group--not too large--a group that may be sectional or racial or political -- is encouraged to exploit its prejudices through false slogans and emotional appeals. The aim of those who deliberately egg on these groups is to create confusion of counsel, public indecision, political paralysis and eventually, a state of panic.

For more than three centuries we Americans have been building on this continent a free society, a society in which the promise of the human spirit may find fulfillment. Commingled here are the blood and genius of all the peoples of the world who have sought this promise.

We have built well. We are continuing our efforts to bring the blessings of a free society, of a free and productive economic system, to every family in the land. This is the promise of America.

It is this that we must continue to build--this that we must continue to defend.

It is the task of our generation, yours and mine. But we build and defend not for our generation alone. We defend the foundations laid down by our fathers. We build a life for generations yet unborn. We defend and we build a way of life, not for America alone, but for all mankind. Ours is a high duty, a noble task.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 04, 2011, 12:35:35 AM
Acting President Gaskell Romney spends almost his entire time directing the war.

June 5, 1942, President Roosevelt's bedside at the Walter Reed Medical Center, First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt sitting next to her husband, hears stirrings.

Eleanor, in a voice of complete surprise:  Franklin?  Franklin?  Can you hear me?
FDR, in a weak yet audible voice:  Eleanor, Eleanor, I hear you.  I hear you.
Eleanor: Oh Franklin, Franklin, (breaking into tears) you've come back, you've come back.

Eleanor rings frantically for the doctor.  A doctor and three nurses come rushing into the room.

Doctor:  Mrs. Roosevelt, what's the matter?
Eleanor:  Doctor, Franklin has come back.
Doctor:  What?  Are you sure?
Eleanor:  Yes, he was just speaking with me.

The doctor goes to FDR's side, grasping his hand.

Doctor:  Mr. President, can you feel my hand, and can you hear me?
FDR, still not opening his eyes:  Yes, I can, I can.
Doctor:  Mr. President, can you open your eyes slowly, slowly?

FDR slowly begins opening his eyes.

Doctor:  That's right, slowly.  What do you see?
FDR:  The lights.  Doctor, is that you?
Doctor:  Yes, Mr. President, it's me.

The doctor motions for the First lady to come over close to the bed and to sit beside her husband.  She takes his hand in hers.

Eleanor:  Franklin, can you see me?
FDR:  Yes.  Eleanor, Eleanor, how I love you so.

Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt see each other for the first time in six months.

Acting President Romney has been sent for.  A few minutes later, Gaskell and Amy Romney quietly enter the room.  Eleanor motions them over to the bedside.

GR:  Franklin, can you see me?  Can you hear me?
FDR:  Yes Gaskell.  Who else has a voice like that?

Everyone in the room chuckles.

GR:  Franklin, I knew everything was going to be fine.  I always knew it.  This is truly a miracle, a gift from God, and I believe in miracles, and in God's goodness.

All in the room shed a tear or two.

(Too much melodrama?) :)
  



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Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 06, 2011, 10:03:09 PM
Two weeks after his miraculous recovery, President Franklin D Roosevelt is back behind his desk at the Oval Office and back in charge.  Acting President Gaskell Romney reassumes the office and responsilities of Vice President.

President Roosevelt addresses the nation over national radio

My fellow Americans, as you are aware, six and a half months ago, I became ill and fell into unconsciousness.  I am pleased and thankful to report to the people of the United States of America that I have been given a clean bill of health by the doctors.  To say that there have been some extremely important and historical developments since my illness have occurred would be an under statement.  America has been provoked and attacked and we are a nation at war.

I would like to thank Vice President Gaskell Romney, who has held the office of Acting President for the past six months, for the courageous and exemplary leadership he has provided America during the opening six months of this conflict.  He has lifted and inspired the nation with his words and deeds.  Thank you Vice President Romney.  I am pleased to have the Vice President as an integral part of my administration in these perilous times.

My fellow Americans, right will endure, and we will win the ultimate victory over the forces that would subvert democracy and enslave the world to their evil ideologies of nazism and facism.  


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Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on March 06, 2011, 10:22:20 PM
Still reading!


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 06, 2011, 11:10:01 PM

Thanks Cathcon.

Your Second Chance timeline is very good.  Disappointed George Romney lost in '68.  :)

Another update coming Monday.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 07, 2011, 11:32:21 PM
President Roosevelt and Vice President Romney meet in the Oval Office after FDR's radio address to the nation.

GR:  Franklin, you have inspired the nation today with your courage and determination in the face of illness and world war.

FDR:  Thank you Gaskell.  I would like to personally thank you for picking up the reins of the Presidency and so ably leading the nation in this time of crisis.

GR:  Thank you Franklin.  I want you to know that Amy and I prayed fervently every day for your recovery.  We give thanks for your return.

FDR:  Thank you Gaskell.  That means so much to Eleanor and I.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 08, 2011, 12:44:01 AM
The Allied nations make advances in the war from June 1942 to January 1944.

In January of 1944, President Roosevelt meets with Vice President Romney in the Oval Office.

FDR:  Gaskell, I am a dying man.  I have decided that I will not run in the 1944 election.  The war is going well and I believe the allies will be victorious by mid 1945.    To make a long story short, Gaskell, I want you to succeed me as President.  I have seen how you have handled affairs as Governor of Utah, as Secretary of the Treasury, as Vice president, and I know how well you handled the Presidency for six months during my illness.  You are the man for the job Gaskell.  I have no doubt about that.  You will have my complete support.  Just one thing, you will not be running as a Republican of course.

GR:  Franklin, as you know, I have made no secret of my ambition of running for President.  I would never run of course as long as you are a candidate and having you support me for President is a deep honor, beyond words.  Franklin, of course I could not expect you to back me as a Republican candidate for President.  So what I plan to do is to change my registration from Republican to independent.  I shall seek the Democratic Presidential nomination as a National Unity candidate, much the same as you and I did in 1940.  After all, America is still at war.  Only instead of a Democrat with a Republican running mate, I shall run as an independent with a Democratic running mate.  I will run on a platform of keeping on track to win the war and of a national program of war recovery following victory in the war.  With your support, I believe I can win the nomination, and go on to win the election.

FDR:  Gaskell, that is exactly the approach I was going to advise.  In reality, you have been more of a Democrt than a lot of Democrats.  You have backed the New Deal, in fact, as Secretary of the Treasury, you have implemented much of the New Deal and have played a very major role in pulling the nation out of depression and putting it back on the road to economic recovery.  You have inspired the nation during my illness when we were attacked and have led us through the first six months of war.  That is what I will be telling Democrats as they seek to replace me on the ticket.

GR:  Thank you Franklin.  I shall be launching my Presidential campaign in a week.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 08, 2011, 10:36:02 PM
President Franklin Roosevelt lets it be known that he will not run in 1944 and that he is backing his Vice President, Gaskell Romney, "wholeheartedly", to become the Democratic nominee for President.

FDR makes a national radio broadcast:

I am backing Vice President Gaskell Romney for President because he is the right man for the job at this time in the nation's history.  As Governor of Utah, he greatly improved the conditions of that state during the depression.  As Secretary of the Treasury, he was at the forefront of America's emergence from the depression.  As Acting President, he rallied the nation when we were attacked.   As an independent, Vice President Romney will run on a National Unity ticket.  America is still at war, and the Vice President believes, as do I, that it would be in the best interests of the nation to have a President with the broadest spectrum of support as possible.  This can ony be achieved by having a President with broad support that crosses party lines.

The 1944 Democratic National Convention is held at Chicago Stadium in Chicago on July 19 to 22.  President Roosevelt makes a dramatic appeal to convention delegates on behalf his Vice President.  Due to Roosevelt's tremendous support and respect in the party, and to Romney's reputation as a leader who has delivered results, no serious opposition to the Romney candidacy emerges.

The word is discreetly put out to the convention delegates that Roosevelt and Romney would like to have Maryland Senator Millard Tydings on the ticket as Vice President.  There is a faction that wants to push forward the nomination of Missouri Senator Harry Truman for the second spot on the ticket.  Tydings emerges as the winner, again due mainly to the influence of Roosevelt, who still has tremendous clout within the party and the nation.

Romney believes that Tydings is a good pick for his experience, his positive record, his respect within the Democratic Party, and due to the fact that he is from the moderate wing of the party, giving the ticket a wider appeal in the election.

Another compromise is worked out at the convention that the ticket of Gaskell Romney and Millard Tydings will be called the National Unity Democratic ticket.  


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 09, 2011, 10:15:01 PM
The Republicans nominate the recently elected Governor of New York, Thomas Dewey for President and Ohio Governor John Bricker for Vice President.

Romney keeps the campaign respectful and emphasizes his experience and record. 

The voters decide that Romney has the experience and record of accomplishment the nation needs at the time, and that perhaps Dewey needs more time in office to better prepare him for the Presidency.

Romney and Tydings defeat Dewey and Bricker by a comfortable though not overwhelming margin.

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Romney/Tydings              311
Dewey/Bricker                 220

At age 73, Gaskell Romney becomes the oldest President ever elected.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 09, 2011, 11:49:02 PM
Gaskell Romney and Millard Tydings are inaugurated as President and Vice President on January 20, 1945.

The new President does not have much time in office before he is to attend the upcoming Big Three conferences.

Feb 4 - 11, 1945, President Romney meets at the Yalta Conference with Prime Minister Winston Churchill of Great Britain and General Secretary Joseph Stalin of the Soviet Union, to discuss Europe's post war re-organization.

Churchill meets Romney for the first time.  

WC:  Mr. President, it is so very nice to finally meet you.  I recall when you were Secretary of the Treasury, in the mid 1930's, when you were speaking out about Hitler and the German rush to war, and the evils of the Nazi regime.  You were like me in Britain, almost a lone voice warning of the coming catastrophe.  I recall the press dubbed you the American Churchill.

GR:  Thank you Prime Minister.  And call me Gaskell.  

WC:  Agreed.  And you call me Winston.  

GR:  You know, Winston, I don't trust Stalin and the Soviet Union at all.  I can see the game they are up to.  As they advance from the east, they are occupying the nations of eastern Europe, and they have no intention of leaving.  They will be establishing what I refer to as the Evil Empire, enslaving the nations of Eastern Eruope under their Communist regime.  I can see what I call an Iron Curtain descending across the European continent, dividing Western Europe from Eastern Europe.  

WC:  Gaskell, I share the exact same sentiments.  When this war is over, the world will be facing a new menace, not a Nazi menace, but a Communist menace.  Hmm, Iron Curtain.  I like that term.  Would you mind if I use that term in a speech sometime?

GR:  I don't mind at all Winston, I don't mind at all.  As a matter of fact, I would be honored to have you use that phrase in a speech of yours.    

July 16 - August 2, 1945, President Romney meets at the Potsdam Conference with Prime Minister Winston Churchill and General Secretary Joseph Stalin.  Part way through the conference, July 26, Churchill is replaced by the new British Prime Minister, Clemet Atlee.  They are discussing how to punish a defeated Germany.

President Romney tells Prime Minister Churchill he sees a new war coming, a war he refers to as the Cold War.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 12, 2011, 09:08:51 PM
On April 12, 1945, former President Franklin D Roosevelt dies.  President Romney pays tribute to him.  At the FDR funeral, Romney delivers a stirring and emotional eulogy.

President Franklin D Roosevelt was truly one of the greatest Americans, one of the greatest humanitarians, this world has ever known.  His lasting legacy is one of service to America and the world, and it can truly be said, that he left this nation, and this world, better than he found it.    

President Romney announces early in 1947 that he will not be seeking reelection in 1948.

He has led America to victory in the most global, most devastating war in the history of the world.

He has presided over dramatic economic growth in the post war U.S. economy.  Many feared the end of the war would result in a return to depression level times, but Romney led the nation to a period of unprecendented economic growth.

While President, he championed the cause of civil rights, expanded on New Deal programs to combat poverty, poured billions of dollars into public education, introduced medicare and medicaid legislation, expanded the social security program, introduced sweeping consumer protection programs, and put forward measures to protect the environment.  President Romney dubbed these programs as A Social Contract With America.

This is the legacy that President Gaskell Romney leaves America, a legacy of peace, prosperity, progress, and social justice.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 12, 2011, 11:54:47 PM
It would appear that President Gaskell Romney had been a Democrat in all but name.  As the Republican Governor of Utah, he had introduced his state version of the New Deal.  As a Republican Secretary of the Treasury in a Democratic administration, he had piloted the federal New Deal during the Roosevelt Presidency.  As a Republican Vice President in a National Unity administration, which was for all intents and purposes a Democratic administration, with some Republicans, he had been one of the chief spokesmen for the continued Roosevelt agenda.  As an independent President in a National Unity/Democratic administration, he had shown that he was determined to lead the charge to defeat fascism, that he was committed to keeping America on the path of prosperity, and that he had a definite social conscience.

Gaskell Romney dies in 1955, leaving a lasting legacy of positive accomplishment to the nation and the world.

A note on succeeding Presidencies.

1948
Democrats Vice President Millard Tydings of Maryland, the Democratic Presidential candidate, and his pick for Vice President, former House Speaker Sam Rayburn of Texas, defeat Republicans Governor Thomas Dewey of New York and Governor Earl Warren of California and Dixiecrats Governor Strom Thurmond of South Carolina and Governor Fielding Wright of Mississippi by a safe margin.  This is a major upset, as polling and other indicators were all pointing to a Dewey victory.

1952
President Millard Tydings decides not to seek reelection in 1952.  Vice President Sam Rayburn returns to the House, his true passion.  He becomes Speaker of the House again in 1955, serving in that capacity until 1963.  World War II Supreme Allied Commander General Dwight Eisenhower of New York and young U.S. Senator Richard Nixon of California, defeat Democrats Governor Adlai Stevenson of Illinois and Senator John Sparkman of Alabama, in a landslide win.

1956
Republicans President Dwight Eisenhower and Vice President Richard Nixon defeat Democrats former Illinois Governor Adlai Stevenson, again the Democratic nominee, and Senator Estes Kefauver of Tennessee, in another landslide win.    


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Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on March 12, 2011, 11:58:23 PM
I was hoping that butterflies would make Taft or MacArthur the 1952 nominee...


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 13, 2011, 12:18:22 AM
I was hoping that butterflies would make Taft or MacArthur the 1952 nominee...

That's an interesting idea, however, after non Republican administrations since 1933, Eisenhower is still a very realistic candidate in 1952, given his noteriety and the respect with which he was held at that time.

To keep things less complicated, I have decided the best approach is to stick with actual elections as closely as possible until I find it necessary to change them for purposes of the story.

Thank you for following the story Cathcon.     


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Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on March 13, 2011, 08:51:01 AM
There's one criticism I have so far: lack of butterflies. Sorry, Winfield, but with such changes, lack of any major (beside personal) butterflies isn't pausible.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 14, 2011, 11:49:58 PM
After eight years of Republican administration, the nation opts for change in 1960, putting the Democrats back into the White House, electing the charismatic young Senator John F Kennedy of Massachusetts to the Presidency, with the seasoned political veteran Senatory Lyndon B Johnson of Texas as Vice President. They defeat Republicans Vice President Richard Nixon of California and former Massachusetts Senator and U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Henry Cabot Lodge in an extremely close election.

President Kennedy is assassinated on November 22, 1963 while on a trip to Dallas, Texas, and Vice President Johnson becomes President. 

In 1964, Democrats President Johnson and Senator Hubert Humphrey of Minnesota defeat Republicans Senator Barry Goldwater of Arizona and Congressman William E Miller of New York in a landslide win. 


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on March 31, 2011, 10:11:30 PM
Before moving onto the Romney "big guns," here is a listing of members of the Romney family who have made significant contributions to public life and to the betterment of society in America.

Antone Kimball Romney
Dr. Antone K. Romney, dean of the College of Education, dean of students, Brigham Young University.  Dean Antone K. Romney was one of the very few American educators who had the privilege of visiting the Soviet Union on two extensive trips in 1959/1960.

A Republican, Antone Kimball Romney was asked by President Tydings to become Postmaster General, serving 1949-1953.

Miles Quintin Romney
Attorney for the United States House of Representatives 1949-1952.

Sid Lambourne (grandaunt was wife of Miles Park Romney)
Utah State Treasurer 1953-1957
Treasurer of the United States 1957-1961 in the Eisenhower administration.

Vernon Romney
Utah state Republican chair.
Member Republican National Committee.
Secretary of the Interior 1953-1961 in the Eisenhower administration.

George Ottinger Romney
Appointed by President Eisenhower as Director of the Council on Youth Fitness, serving 1953-1961.

Helen Hackett Romney (wife of Vernon Romney)
Member of the Utah state Board of Health.
A Republican, asked by President John F Kennedy to become Secretary of Health Education and Welfare, serving 1961-1963 in the Kennddy administration and 1963-1969 in the Lyndon B Johnson administration.

Keith Romney
Governor New Mexico 1963-1971

Edward Roderick Davies (father of Ann Romney who is wife of Mitt Romney)
Mayor of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 1965-1975.

Vernon B. Romney (son of Vernon Romney)
Attorney General Utah 1969-1976.
Associate Justice United States Supreme Court 1988-2004.
Nominated by President Ronald Reagan.

Listing to be continued.



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on April 01, 2011, 04:51:12 AM
A Republican, Antone Kimball Romney was asked by President Truman to become Postmaster General, serving 1949-1953.

Not President Tydings?


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on April 01, 2011, 10:18:40 PM
Ah, duly noted and corrected.

Thanks.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on April 02, 2011, 10:16:20 PM
An interesting quirk of American political history, insofar as the Romney family goes, is the fact that Harold Arundel LaFount served as Secretary of the Navy.

He served in this capacity in the cabinet of President Warren G. Harding 1921-1923, and after Harding's death, was retained in this cabinet position by President Calvin Coolidge, from 1923-1929.

Harold LaFount came into this position with a reputation as a man of high intellect and a character of unimpeachable integrity.

By the end of his term, Harold LaFount had achieved success in enlarging and modernizing the fleet and establishing a naval air force which would grow to become a potent component in the war with Japan.

As fate would have it, Harold LaFount's daughter, Lenore, married George Wilcken Romney in 1931, in a union that would become historic. 
   

 


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on April 03, 2011, 01:11:19 PM
(Acknowledgments to Wikipedia for some of these details)

When Herbert Hoover became President Elect in 1928 after winning the Presidential election, one of his objectives was to have some bipartisanship in his administration.  Looking at Democrats who he was impressed with, one of the first names he came up with was that of a former Governor of Montana, Miles Romney Sr.

Miles Romney Sr. was one of the few Democrat Romneys, and Hoover very much liked his record of public service.

Romney had served as Mayor of Hamilton, Montana 1902-1904, as a State Senator 1906-1910, and as Governor 1913-1921.  Romney had a most impressive record of accomplishment in each of these offices.

Hoover wanted an accomplished, capable, hard driving and hard working individual with an impressive record of public service to head up the War Department as Secretary of War, and kept coming back to the name of Miles Romney Sr.

Hoover offers Romney the position, telling him he is the man for the job, and Romney accepts.        

Although he had no military experience and was reputed to have pacifist leanings, Romney won the support of military circles by promoting greater efficiency and readiness, calling for a military structure that could be expanded quickly and easily in a crisis. He also initiated a five-year plan to equip the army with newer airplanes, more tanks, semiautomatic rifles, and modernized artillery. He advocated increased strength for the army Air Corps and investigated charges of lobbying in the War Department, resulting in the court-martial and dismissal of two high-ranking army officers who were found guilty of lobbying. These reforms won him the support and admiration of most military leaders.

During Romney's tenure the War Department oversaw the administration of the Civilian Conservation Corps, which was created through Romney's initiative.  Romney's department provided the CCC with food, clothing, transportation, and medical care for the 300,000 unemployed who joined its ranks for work in the preservation and conservation of America's public lands. The army's Corps of Engineers also began several important public works projects during Romney's tenure, including the dredging of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers and the construction of the Florida ship canal. Romney worked closely with army chief of staff Douglas MacArthur on such projects.

Miles Romney Sr. is widely credited with taking the initial necessary steps in preparing the United States military for the earth shattering conflicts that lie only a few short years ahead.  

Upon the completion of his term as Secretary of War, Romney returns to his native Montana, where he becomes the State Director of the National Recovery Act, organizes the Federal Housing Administration in Montana, and heads up the National Emergency Council in the state.

As Secretary of War, Romney warned the nation: "America must be prepared at any time to defend our liberty and our freedoms.  I see menacing war clouds on the horizon in Europe and the Pacific in the not too distant future that will threaten our very way of life."

His words proved to be prophetic.



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Post by: Lincoln Republican on April 06, 2011, 09:59:58 PM
A Remarkable Woman, A Romney Makes History

November 9, 1920, following his election as President of the United States on November 2, 1920, President Elect Warren G. Harding makes history by announcing that he will be nominating the first woman in the history of the United States to become a member of the President's cabinet.

The President Elect nominates Abigail Romney Evans to become Attorney General.

Born Abigail Astrid Romney in 1870 to an industrious, middle class, religious Mormon family in Fort Wayne, Indiana, young Abigail excelled in school, showing very early on her ability to work hard and her determination to succeed.  She finishes at the top of her high school graduating class in 1888.

At the age of 18, Abigail Romney is accepted into the University of Michigan Law School in Ann Arbor.  She is among the women breaking new ground as one the first women to attend law school at a time when few women were entering the legal profession.  In 1893, Abigail Romney graduates from the university law scool in the top five of her graduating class.  She joins a prestegious law firm in Chicago, where she practices criminal, corporate, family, and constitutional law over the next 27 years.  She works her way up to junior partner then to senior partner in this law firm.

In 1897, she meets and marries William Evans, also a devout Mormon and a corporate executive.  They have three children, a son and two daughters.

At the age of 51, Abigail Romney Evans becomes the first woman ever to become a member of the President's cabinet.

(Public career of Abigail Romney Evans to follow)




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Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on April 06, 2011, 10:06:14 PM
...So there's a Romney in the Harding (and most likely Coolidge), Hoover, and Roosevelt Administrations, and each one of them a different Romney, not to mention a one-term Vice-Presidency and one-term Presidency by Gaskell Romney? There's a Romney involved in every Presidential Administration from 1921 to 1945, including the Presidency!


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on April 08, 2011, 12:04:53 AM
Abigail Romney Evans assumes the office of Attorney General of the United States on March 4, 1921, having been previously confirmed by the United States Senate.  She sets right to work familiarizing herself with government legal files and cases and meets with the employees in the Department of Justice in a town hall type meeting, where she address them, setting out her vision of justice in America, an America free of prejudice where all are equal under the law, an America where no individual need fear because of race, faith, or gender.

It soon became clear to the Attorney General that President Warren Harding was a well meaning, but weak President, open to manipulation by his friends and confidants.  The President installed many of his friends and allies from Ohio to key government positions and boards.  This group became known as the "Ohio Gang," and Romney Evans believes they had far too much influence over the President, and wanted them dismissed from the positions of power and influence.

The Attorney General meets with the President.

ARE:  Mr. President, your administration is becoming tainted by scandal and corruption.  This so called "Ohio Gang," friends and associates of yours you have put into positions of authority, must be dismissed, for the sake and stability of your administrtion Mr. President.  They are rampant with corruption and scandal.

WGH:  But how can I dismiss friends of mine, who have been with me for years, and who have supported me my entire public career?  

ARE:  A true friend, Mr. President, would respect you, and not take advantage of his friendship with you for their own personal gain.  You must clean up this administration before it is too late.

WGH:  I know that I will never be known as the best President, but I would like to at least have the respect and admiration of the American people.  Take whatever actions you deem appropriate.

Attorney General Romney Evans proceeds with the firing and dismissal of the "Ohio Gang," and other corrupt officials in the administration and government departments, and has the Justice Department proceed with crimninal prosecutions as required.  

Attorney General Abigail Romney Evans had succeeded in rooting out corruption and scandal and had brought respect to the Harding administration.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on April 10, 2011, 09:34:42 PM
Attorney General Abigail Romney Evans meets in the Oval Office with President Warren G. Harding.

WGH:  Abigail, you were right.  Your investigations uncovered more scandal that I had ever thought existed in this administration.  Thank you.  It was hard for me to see friends of many years being prosecuted and going to jail, however.  But, you did the right thing.

ARE:  Mr. President, sometimes in life doing the right thing requires making tough decisions, and decisions that are very difficult to take.  If I had not acted when I did, I fear these scandals would have led to the deterioration and eventual collapse of your Presidency.  The public and the Congress will only tolerate so much scandal in their government.

Now, Mr. President, I believe it would be most advantageous for your Presidency at this time to devote some of your energies in order to  pursue a civil rights agenda.  For starters, you could  appoint an African American to a high profile government agency.  I suggest Walter Cohen of New Orleans.  He has served as a customs inspector in New Orleans and register of the federal land office in New Orleans.  I would recommend Mr. Cohen for the position of comptroller of customs.

WGH:  That is an excellent idea.  I have been wanting to show my commitment to civil rights.  

ARE:  Mr. President, there is a pressing civil rights issue that needs addressing.  This administration should introduce anti lynching legislation to protect African Americans.  This deplorable practice is still taking place in the south.  We must act to stop it.

WGH:  I agree.  I shall make a public statement tomorrow condemning this practice and supporting legislation to ban lynchings.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on April 11, 2011, 11:06:13 PM
Together with Republican Representative Leonidas Dyer from Missouri, Attrorney General Romney Evans drafts anti lynching legislation for presentation to the House of Representatives.  

The bill makes lynching a federal felony, allowing the United States to prosecute cases. States had been notoriously reluctant to pursue prosecution in most lynchings. The bill prescribed punishments for perpetrators, specifically:

(a) A maximum of 5 years in prison, $5000 fine, or both, for any state or city official who had the power to protect a person in his jurisdiction but failed to do so or who had the power to prosecute those responsible and failed to do so.
(b) A minimum of 5 years in prison for anyone who participated in a lynching, whether they were an ordinary citizen or the official responsible for keeping the victim safe.
(c) $10,000 fine to be paid by the county in which the lynching took place, to be turned over to the victim’s family. If the victim was seized in one county and killed in another, both counties were to be fined.

President Warren G. Harding announced his support for the bill during a speaking engagement in Birmingham, Alabama.  Both President Harding and Attorney General Romney Evans speak extensively about the need to have this bill enacted into law.

The bill passes the House on September 12, 1922.  However,  it is defeated in the Senate due to a filibuster by the white Southern Democratic block, which exerted one-party rule for decades.

Attorney General Romney Evans is furious and denounces the Senate Southern Democratic block.

"These backward thinking racist white supremacist bigots, intolerant, prejudiced extremists, care more about pandering to a slave mentality than they do about the sanctity of human life.  These men do not belong in the United States Senate.  I look forward to the day when the chambers of decision making in the United States of America are free from these pathetic fanatics, who, by their very actions in the Senate, have condoned lynching and murder."

Romney Evans wins near nationwide praise for her statement denouncing the Southern Democratic block who defeated  the anti lynching legislation through filibuster.  Her comments are condemned in the south.

The Chicago Tribune carries the front page headline

MADAME PRESIDENT?

The New York Times carries the headline

WILL ROMNEY EVANS BECOME OUR FIRST WOMAN PRESIDENT?

Attorney General Abigail Romney Evans has established herself as a national figure to be reckoned with, and has set the Romney family firmly at the forefront of the cause of civil rights and equality for all.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on April 12, 2011, 09:57:35 PM
President Warren G. Harding dies in San Francisco on August 2, 1923, following his political trip to Alaska with a stop in British Columbia.  The nation is shocked to learn of the death of the President.

Vice-President Coolidge is in Vermont visiting his family home, which had neither electricity nor a telephone, when he received word by messenger of Harding's death. Coolidge dressed, said a prayer, and goes downstairs to greet the reporters who had assembled. His father, a notary public, administers the oath of office in the family's parlor by the light of a kerosene lamp at 2:47 am on August 3, 1923. Coolidge then goes back to bed. Coolidge returns to Washington the next day, and is re-sworn by Justice Adolph A. Hoehling, Jr. of the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia, as there is some confusion over whether a state notary public has the authority to administer the presidential oath.

President Coolidge asks Attorney General Romney Evans to stay on as Attorney General and she tells him that she is honored to do so.  She advises President Coolidge on civil rights issues she believes the administration should pursue.

As a result of advice he receives from Romney Evans, Coolidge takes a firm stand on civil rights issues.

He speaks out in favor of the civil rights of African Americans and Catholics.

As a result of anti racist policies put forward by Romney Evans, the Ku Klux Klan loses most of its influence during Coolidge's term.

In 1924, Coolidge responds to a letter that claims the United States was a "white man's country":

Romney Evans advises the President on his response, and Coolidge makes the following statement:

I was amazed to receive such a letter. During the war 500,000 colored men and boys were called up under the draft, not one of whom sought to evade it. As President, I am one who feels a responsibility for living up to the traditions and maintaining the principles of the Republican Party. Our Constitution guarantees equal rights to all our citizens, without discrimination on account of race or color. I have taken my oath to support that Constitution.

Romney Evans advises Coolidge to recognize the citizenship of American indians, and on June 2, 1924, Coolidge signs the Indian Citizenship Act, which grants full U.S. citizenship to all American Indians, while permitting them to retain tribal land and cultural rights.

As she did with Harding, Romney Evans emphasizes the need for anti-lynching legislation, subsequently Coolidge repeatedly calls for anti-lynching laws to be enacted, but most Congressional attempts to pass this legislation are filibustered, again, in the Senate by Southern Democrats, who were again soundly condemned by Romney Evans.

Coolidge appoints some African Americans to federal office. He retains Harding's choice of Walter L. Cohen of New Orleans, Louisiana, as the comptroller of customs and offers Cohen the post of minister to Liberia, which he declines.

Abigail Romney Evans serves as Attorney General for the entire Harding and Coolidge Presidencies, 1921-1929, succceding in bringing civil rights issues to the forefront, and in making the United States of America a much more tolerant and progressive society.

In 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson pays tribute to Abigail Romney Evans, recognizing her contribution to civil rights and equality in the nation, and officially names the United States Department of Justice Headquarters building as the Abigail Romney Evans Department of Justice building, and refers to Romney Evans as the greatest Attorney General in the history of the United states of America.

That same year, the United States Senate issues an apology for not passing the anti-lynching legislation that Attorney General Romney Evans had fought so hard for so many years before.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on April 16, 2011, 11:47:21 PM
The Advent of George Wilcken Romney

Pre-Political Career

George Wilcken Romney, born 1907, very early on demonstrates his capacity for hard work, leadership, and inspiring others to reach their potential.

The son of Secretary of the Treasury 1933-1941, Vice President 1941-1945, and President 1945-1949, Gaskell Romney, George Romney learns much from his father's example of exemplary public service.

During World War II, George Romney, at the time now beyond draft age, helps start the Automotive Committee for Air Defense in 1940, which coordinates planning between the automobile and aircraft industries. Immediately following the December 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor that draws the U.S. into the war, Romney helps turn that committee into, and became managing director of, the Automotive Council for War Production.

Romney becomes the chief spokesman of the automobile industry, often testifying before Congressional hearings about production, labor, and management issues; he is mentioned or quoted in over 80 stories in The New York Times during this time. By war's end, 654 manufacturing companies had joined the Automotive Council for War Production, and produced nearly $29 billion in output for the Allied military forces.

As peacetime production begins, Romney persuades government officials to cut short complex contract-termination procedures, thus freeing auto plants to quickly produce cars for domestic consumption and avoid large layoffs.

By 1950, Romney is a member of the Citizens Housing and Planning Council, and criticizes racial segregation in Detroit's housing program when speaking before the Detroit City Council.  Romney's personality is blunt and intense, giving the impression of a "man in a hurry", and he is considered a rising star in the industry.

George Romney joins American Motors Corporation and rises steadily through the executive ranks becoming Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.  He leads AMC through tough times, turning around the fortunes of the organization from poor to modest to very successful.  

A believer in "competitive cooperative consumerism", Romney is effective in his frequent appearances before Congress.  After initial wariness, he develops a good relationship with United Automobile Workers leader Walter Reuther, and AMC workers also benefit from a then-novel profit-sharing plan.  Romney is one of only a few Michigan corporate chiefs to support passage and implementation of the state Fair Employment Practices Act.

Before entering elective public service, George Wilcken Romney already establishes himself as a champion of racial equality and social justice.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on April 17, 2011, 09:25:56 PM
Public Career Prior To Running For Governor

George Romney becomes deeply active in Michigan civic affairs. He is on the board of directors of the Children's Hospital of Michigan and the United Foundation of Detroit, and is also chairman of the executive committee of the Detroit Round Table of Catholics, Jews, and Protestants. In 1959, he receives the Anti-Defamation League of B'nai Brith's Americanism award. Starting in late 1956, he heads a citizen-based committee for improved educational programs in Detroit's public schools. The late 1958 final report of the Citizens Advisory Committee on School Needs is largely Romney's work and receives considerable public attention; it makes nearly 200 recommendations for economy and efficiency and for the need for better teacher pay and new infrastructure funding. Romney helps a $90 million education-related bond issue and tax increase win an upset victory in an April 1959 referendum. He organizes Citizens for Michigan in 1959, a nonpartisan group that seeks to study Detroit's problems and build an informed electorate. Citizens for Michigan is built on Romney's belief that assorted interest groups hold too much influence in government, and that only the cooperation of informed citizens acting for the benefit of all could counter them.

Based on his fame and accomplishments in a state where automobile making is a central topic of conversation, Romney is seen as a natural to enter politics. Romney first becomes directly involved in this area in 1959, when he is a key force in the petition drive calling for a constitutional convention to rewrite the Michigan Constitution. Romney's sales skills make Citizens for Michigan one of the most effective organizations calling for the convention. Previously unaffiliated politically, Romney now declares himself a member of the Republican Party and gains election to the convention. By early 1960, many in Michigan's somewhat moribund Republican Party are touting Romney as a possible candidate for Governor, U.S. Senator, or even U.S. Vice President. Romney briefly considers a run in the 1960 Senate election, but instead becomes a vice president of the constitutional convention that revises the Michigan constitution from 1961 to 1962.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 05, 2011, 11:06:02 PM
Election as Governor

In mid November 1961 at his home in affluent Bloomfield Hills, George Romney meets with family members and trusted friends.  

GWR:  I have decided to enter the political arena.  As much as I would like to send Phil Hart packin', and I believe I could, I believe I can best serve the people of Michigan right here in Michigan.  I have therefore decided to run for Governor in the 1962 election.

Great news George.  What's your plan for the campaign?

GWR:  Win the Republican nomination, and then proceed to tell the people of Michigan what I can do for them.  I'll be laying out my platform of fair taxation and economic prosperity for the state.

As the recognized leader of the moderate Republicans in the state, his success at the state constitutional convention, and his solid reputation as an outstanding business executive,  Romney scores a convincing win for the Republican nomination for Governor.

Romney goes on the campaign trail.

As Governor, I will bring fairness to our tax system.  

Labor unions  and big business have too much influence in our political system.  I will return the state government to the people to whom it belongs.

Election night 1962, George W. Romney scores a relatively narrow win of some 80,000 votes over incumbent Democratic Governor John B. Swainson.

And so it is that George W. Romney sets out on the path to improving the lives of the people of the great state of Michigan.


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Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on May 06, 2011, 05:56:16 AM
Sorry I haven't been reading in a while, great timeline and it looks like you put a lot of hard work into it.

By the way, I recognize the Calvin Coolidge segment from wikipedia, but still, great work.


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Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on May 06, 2011, 09:36:11 AM
After looking over some stuff, there's a Romney in every Presidential administration from 1921 to 1963! Forty-three years of at least at some level of effecting policy on the Presidential level!


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 06, 2011, 07:06:32 PM
Sorry I haven't been reading in a while, great timeline and it looks like you put a lot of hard work into it.

By the way, I recognize the Calvin Coolidge segment from wikipedia, but still, great work.

Yes, I wanted to have some factual events to base my fictional events around so I will refer to Wiki for historic details.   


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 06, 2011, 07:17:08 PM
After looking over some stuff, there's a Romney in every Presidential administration from 1921 to 1963! Forty-three years of at least at some level of effecting policy on the Presidential level!

Yes, that's right.  Remarkable for one family to have such influence.  Unprecedented.  :)



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Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 06, 2011, 09:30:10 PM
Governor George W Romney

January 1, 1963, George W Romney takes the office as the 43rd Governor of the state of Michigan.

Romney quickly becomes known as an activist Governor.  He holds a series of Governor's conferences, meeting with public service professionals and community activists, gaining their input on government policy.  He opens the Governor's office to citizens on Thursday mornings, spending five minutes with each citizen wishing to meet with him.

Governor Romney earns a reputation as a leader willing and able to work across party lines to accomplish his initiatives.  The Democrats are in the majority in the Michigan Legislature and as a leading business executive for years Romney learned the art of compromise and persuasion and give and take. 

Romney succeeds in overhauling the Michigan tax structure, making the tax system more equitable for taxpayers.  He is successful in controlling debt and spending, and keeps Michigan on the path of prosperity.  He strengthens crime legislation and reduces the crime rate throughout the state.

Romney becomes well known as a strong defender of civil rights.  This is an area where he will  not compromise.  He believes it is fundamental to human life and dignity.

Romney's success in Michigan leads to speculation of him as a possible Repulican Presidential nominee in 1964.  Moderates in the party are not comfortable with the looming prospect of Senator Barry Goldwater as the nominee, and they turn to Romney as the one who they believe could stop the Goldwater advance.

Governor Romney ends the speculation.

As Governor, I assured the people of Michigan that I would not be running for President in 1964.  Under no circumstances will I be seeking the Republican Presidential nomination in 1964.  I will be staying right here in Michigan working for the people of Michigan, and will be running for reelection as Governor in 1964.  I will however be working for a strong civil rights plank in the Republican platform.               


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Post by: tmthforu94 on May 06, 2011, 10:39:07 PM
Any timeline with the Romney family being successful is an excellent timeline.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 11, 2011, 10:00:42 PM
The June 1964 National Governors' Conference, Governor George Romney of Michigan meets privately with other moderate Republican Governors, Nelson Rockefeller of New York, James Rhodes of Ohio, and William Scranton of Pennsylvania.  

Romney:  I believe that Goldwater as the nominee would be a drag on Republicans running in all the other races this year.  I also disagree strongly, as I'm sure we all do, with Goldwater's views on civil rights.  Whites and blacks, in my opinion, have got to learn to know each other. Barry Goldwater doesn't have any background to understand this, to fathom them, and I can't get through to him.  Thirteen of us sixteen Republican governors are opposed to Goldwater.

Rockefeller:  George, I think that we should hold a press conference expressing our concerns.  

Rhodes:  Excellent idea.

Scranton:  George, you be the spokesman.

Romney:  Thank you.  I accept.  Bill, Nelson, Jim and myself are all out of the race.  I pledged to the people of Michigan that I would run for reelection as Governor in 1964.  Nelson, Jim and I, as well as twelve other Republican Governors will back you for the nomination to try to stop Goldwater.  You will carry the flag for moderate Republicans.

Scranton:  Yes, I've been thinking about it.  It's a bit late in the game, but I will be proud to run and represent the sensible wing of the party.

Romney, Rockefeller, Rhodes:  Thanks Bill.  And now on to San Francisco.            

Romney at the press conference, backed by Rockefeller, Rhodes and Scranton:

If Goldwater's views deviate as indicated from the heritage of our party, we will do everything within our power to keep him from becoming the party's presidential nominee.

July 13-16, 1964, the Republican National Convention at the Cow Palace, San Francisco.

Governor Nelson Rockefeller addresses the convention and is roundly booed by most of the convention delegates, but he presses on.

This is still a free country, ladies and gentlemen.  Americans will not and should not respond to a political creed that cherishes the past solely because it offers an excuse for shutting out the hard facts and difficult tasks of the present.    

Governor George Romney addresses the convention and is likewise booed by most of the delegates.

Ladies and gentlemen, your treatment of Governor Rockefeller was unfair and uncalled for.  And like he said, this is still a free country.  It is a sad day when the Republican National Convention fights against freedom of speech.

I am here today to fight for a strengthened civil rights plank in the party platform, a policy that would pledge action to eliminate discrimination at the state, local, and private levels.  I am as well here to fight for a plank in the platform for that condemns both left and right-wing extremism.  These proposals are backed by thirteen of the sixteen Republican Governors, as well as by President Dwight Eisenhower, who I spoke with just this morning, at which time he gave his total support.

The convention ends with the nomination of Senator Barry Goldwater of Arizona for President and the equally conservative Representative William Miller of New York for Vice President on the first ballot.

The planks in the platform proposed by Governor Romney are voted down by voice vote.

Governor Romney leaves the convention neither endorsing nor opposing Goldwater and Miller, and honors his pledge to the people of Michigan not to run for President in 1964.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 12, 2011, 11:24:45 PM
Reelection as Governor

The 1964 Presidential election goes as expected by Governor Romney.  Democrats President Lyndon Johnson and Vice Presidential nominee Senator Hubert Humphrey defeat Goldwater and Miller in a landslide victory.

As Romney had stated months before, the Goldwater debacle brought down many Republicans at all levels in the elections.  Romney does not appear with Goldwater when he makes a campaign appearance in Detroit. 

Reporter to Governor Romney after Goldwater's stop in Detroit:  Governor, are you  supporting Senator Goldwater in the Presidential election?  You were not at his campaign swing through Detroit.

Romney, replying sharply:  No, I am not.     

Romney himself, however, defeats his opponent in the 1964 race for Governor, Democratic Congressman Neil Staebler, by a margin of more than 380,000 votes.  Remarkably, in this bad year for Republicans, Romney brings with him a Republican majority to the state Senate and the state House of Representatives.  This is considered to be an incredible achievement in this disastrous year for Republicans.  Johnson crushes Goldwater in Michigan, but Romney brings in a Republican majority to the state Senate and House on his coat tails.

Romney makes national headlines for this political achievement. 

Romney sets right to work in his second term as Governor, and by the end of this term, he had succeeded in producing a budget surplus, cut unemployment to its' lowest level in the history of the state, reformed the state education system making it the envy of the nation, and a model copied by other states, made health care efficient and affordable for all in the state, and reduced the crime rate in the state, even in the city of Detroit, to its' lowest level ever, making the state one of the safest states in the nation.

Against the background of his highly successful two terms as Governor, Romney is about to embark on an historic and monumental undertaking.


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Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on May 13, 2011, 05:25:39 PM
C'mon man, you gotta have some butterflies! I'd think that with the presence of a political dynasty such as the Romneys, given how much power they've had since the twenties, there'd be a much more viable and strong moderate wing that could at some point change something, like say Dewey winning in 1948 or Eisenhower picking someone else, or Nixon choosing Rockefeller for VP in 1960, or Rocky or Scranton winning the nomination or Goldwater choosing a more moderate VP pick.


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Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on May 13, 2011, 05:41:16 PM
I agree. It's simply impossible to not have butterflies over a course of so many years.

It's totally impausible to change individual careers without changing the course of history.


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Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on May 13, 2011, 05:43:44 PM
To clarify with reference to the artist George Romney, his uncle, Thomas Romney, (1709-1776), was a great grandfather of Miles Romney, (1806-1877).  Miles Romney was a great great grandfather of Mitt Romney. 

Quote
George Romney is not a kinsman of Mitt Romney, U.S politician

From http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Romney_(painter)


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 13, 2011, 09:58:14 PM
With reference to George Romney the artist, my information is from the following article on the Pratt-Romney family, wherein it gives the relationship of George Romney the artist to Miles Romney, and by extension to Miles Park Romney, and Gaskell Romney, George W Romney's and Mitt Romney's direct ancestors.

So there is a definite relationship, though distant, between George Romney the artist and Mitt Rommey.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pratt%E2%80%93Romney_family

A quote from the Pratt-Romney family article:

George Romney
(1734-1802) Born in Dalton-in-Furness, co, Lancaster on December 13, 1734. Son of John Romney and Ann Simpson.
British art's genius, one of the leading artists and noted portrait painter in Great Britain during the last quarter of the 18th century.
George Romney's uncle Thomas Romney (1709-1776) was a great-grandfather of Miles Romney.


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Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on May 14, 2011, 01:45:51 PM
So wikipedia provides two contradicting versions. Fail.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 14, 2011, 04:05:32 PM
I do agree with the two of you that, yes, with the Romneys in positions of such influence and power in the nation for so many years, and with their influence in the Republican Party over all that time, there would definitely be "butterflies" as you say, on the American political landscape.

I have, however, been concentrating on the tremendous, though certainly fictitious,  achievements, of the Romney dynasty in this timeline, without delving into too many political changes in real history, more for the sake of simplicity than anything else.

But the "butterflies" observation from the two of you are certainly accurate and appreciated.

   





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Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 14, 2011, 04:10:57 PM
So wikipedia provides two contradicting versions. Fail.

True, however, I would tend to go with the "Pratt-Romney Family" article, as it is based on actual genealogy of the family, and is, I am sure, factually supported by genealogy records.

But a good pick up on your part from the George Rommey the artist article.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 14, 2011, 11:33:55 PM
Following his big win for reelection as Governor in 1964, and the crushing defeat of Republican Barry Goldwater by Democrat Lyndon Johnson in the Presidential election, and Romney's solid performance as Michigan's Chief Executive, Romney was being increasingly mentioned as the Republicans best hope for 1968.  Romney himself was seriously considering a Presidential run in 1968.

By far the major foreign policy issue of the day was the Vietnam War, and Romney made the crucial decision that he must go to Vietnam, familiarize himself with the situation first hand on the ground, and develop a coherent and effective strategy to deal with the situation that the United States of America now found itself in.

Romney reasoned that his effective performance as a government Chief Executive of a major industrial state, combined with a solid and sensible strategy for a resolution in Vietnam, was his ticket to the White House.

Romney receives briefings on the Vietnam situation from former U.S. Ambassador to Saigon Henry Cabot Lodge, General William Westmoreland, and State Department official Jonathan Moore.

In July, 1965, Governor George Romney, along with nine other U.S. Governors, make the trip to Vietnam to see the situation on the ground first hand.  Given his high profile, and the fact he is considered to be the front runner for the Republican Presidential nomination for 1968, Romney becomes by default the leader of the delegation.

Romney wastes no time once arriving in Vietnam.  He sets right to work, meeting with  U.S. embasy officials, including the ambassador, with military commanders both from the U.S. and South Vietnam, and, who he knows to be the most important, with American soldiers.

Romney and the other Governors receive briefings from the diplomatic officials and military leaders.

Upon his return to the U.S., having had a chance to assess the situation, and after having received countless briefings, Romney comes to a definitive decision on the course of action that he believes America must pursue in Vietnam.

The Governors' office announces that Romney will be making a major address about Vietnam at the annual meeting of the American Chamber of Commerce in Washington DC the following week. 


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 17, 2011, 12:11:00 AM
Governor Romney arrives in Washington DC on Tuesday, September 14, 1965.  He is met by Senate Minority Leader Everett Dirksen of Illinois, House Minority Leader Gerald Ford of Michigan, and by 19 Republican Senators, including Senators Thruston Morton of Kentucky, Margaret Chase Smith of Maine, Robert Griffin of Michigan, Jacob Javits of New York, Hugh Scott of Pennsylvania, Wallace Bennett of Utah, George Aiken of Vermont, and by 74 Republican members of the House of Representatives.

Romney meets jointly with the Republican Senate and House caucuses, discussing his Vietnam trip and his findings, and other issues facing the nation.  He pays courtesy calls on the Democratic Congressional leadership, Senate Majority Leader Mike Mansfield, Majority Whip Russell Long, House Speaker John  McCormack, House Majority Leader Carl Albert, and House Majority Whip Hale Boggs.

The next morning, Romney arrives at the convention center for his address to the United States Chamber of Commerce annual convention.  As he is considered to be a major candidate for President in 1968, the event is covered nationally by all the major news outlets and by the national networks.  The event is filled to capacity with standing room only.  

Romney is introduced to the audience by the President of the United States chamber of Commerce.  Romney receives a standing ovation from the audience.  They have great respect for his business acumen and accomplishments and for his record as Governor of Michigan.

Romney addresses the convention.

Members of the United States Chamber of Commerce, my fellow Americans, thank you for this invitation to address your esteemed organization, an organization which has served America well.

As you know, I and some of my fellow Governors have recently returned from a fact finding tour in Vietnam.  You will know I am not exaggerating when I say America's involvement in the Vietnam conflict is the most serious and overriding foreign affairs issue facing the nation today.

We have been too often disappointed by the optimism of the American leaders, both in Vietnam and Washington, to have faith any longer in the silver linings they find in the darkest clouds.  To say that we are closer to victory today is to believe, in the face of the evidence, the optimists who have been wrong in the past. To suggest we are on the edge of defeat is to yield to unreasonable pessimism. To say that we are mired in stalemate seems the only realistic, yet unsatisfactory, conclusion.

As President, I will begin immediate negotiations to end this conflict, and to bring our troops home.  The political and military leadership of this nation would have you believe that if we escalate the number of troops we send into conflict, that we will contain the enemy and defeat them.  Nothing could be further from the truth.  How many more thousands of our young men must die in the jungles of Vietnam in order to satisfy the unbridled ambitions of the military-industrial complex and the ego of an incompetent President who naively believes that America can restore stability to southeast Asia by pouring in hundreds of thousands more troops, and in order to assuage the vanity of a President who does not want to go down in history as the first President to lose a war.  This President sends these young men into battle, yet he fails to supply them with the proper tools to do the job.  This, my friends, is a recipe for disaster.

Mark my words, public support in America for ths conflict will decline markedly.  I predict that by mid 1967 we will start to see support for this conflict fall into minority numbers, and going further and further down from there, until just a small percentage of Americans will be willing to support this foreign adventure.

America deserves a President who levels with the public and who is not afraid to deal with the cold hard truth, not one who hides the facts from the American people.

My friends, my fellow Americans, thank you, and God bless America.

Romney receives a cheering standing ovation from most in the audience.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 17, 2011, 09:05:48 PM
Romney returns to Lansing the following day and resumes his duties as Governor. 

Secretary:  Governor, Dr. Martin Luther King is on the line for you from Montgomery.

Romney:  Put him through.

Romney:  Martin, how nice to hear from you.  I trust all is well, as well as could be expected under these trying circumstances.

King:  Thank you George.  The reason for my call, I am planning a civil rights speech and march for Detroit two weeks from now.  Will the state be able to provide the security for this event?

Romney:  Martin, I will make sure all the necessary arrangements are made.

King:  George, would you do us the honor of speaking at the event?

Romney:  Martin, I will not only be honored to speak at the event, but I absolutely insist that Lenore and I march with you and Coretta at the front of the march.  I will always remember how proud I was to march at the front of a civil rights march in Detroit back in March in solidarity with your very brave march from Selma to Montgomery at the time.

King:  George, that would make Coretta and I very happy.  Thank you.

Romney:  So, we'll see you in a couple of weeks.

King:  You bet.  Coretta and I are looking forward to seeing you and Lenore again.   


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 23, 2011, 12:59:05 PM
The March For Freedom

Martin Luther King Jr. and his wife Coretta arrive in Detroit, are met at the airport by Governor George Romney and his wife Lenore.

GWR:  Dr. King, on behalf of the people of Michigan, let me welcome you to Detroit.  It is an honor to have you here today.

MLK:  Thank you Governor Romney.  It is great to be here.

After a few questions from the press, the Romneys and the Kings leave for the hotel where the Kings will stay.

With only the four of them in the hotel suite, Romney to King:

GWR:  Martin, you know, sometimes I feel as if I have been able to see the full potential of this nation, and as do you, a nation at peace, a nation that has compassion for the less fortunate, a nation free of hatred and free of discrimination, a nation that can hold its' head high, a nation that can truly say, this is a land blessed by God.

MLK:  George, you and I see eye to eye on the course this nation should take.  My hope and prayer is that some day all America will someday come to this same realization.  

GWR:  Martin, that would be a glorious day indeed.  Now let's get on to the march for freedom.    

At the front of the march, arm in arm, from left to right, Lenore Romney, Governor George Romney, Martin Luther King Jr., Coretta Scott King, followed by thousands, both black and white.  

The Romneys and Kings step up to the stage to enthusiastic cheering and clapping.

GWR:  My friends, my fellow Americans, my fellow lovers of freedom, thank you for turning out in such large numbers today.  What a wonderful march for freedom.  The sun shines bright today, but no less bright is the faith and hope that shines in our hearts this day, as we march for what is right and just, full equality for all of God's children.

On the stage with us today are two very special people, two people who Lenore and I are honored to call our friends, Coretta and Martin Luther King Jr.  

My friends, it is my distinct honor to introduce to you today a man who needs no introduction, a man who has spent a lifetime fighting for freedom and justice, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

More enthusiastic cheering and clapping.

MLK:  Thank you Governor Romney for that most gracious introduction.  Let me say that Coretta and I are as well honored to call you and Lenore our friends.

What a wonderful sight.  So many thousands of you who have turned out on this beautiful sunlit day to show your support for the cause of freedom and justice.

I came to Detroit to spread our message of freedom. And some began to say the threats, or talk about the threats that were out. What would happen to me? Well, I don't know what will happen now. We've got some difficult days ahead. But it doesn't really matter with me now. Because I've been to the mountaintop. I don't mind. Like anybody, I would like to live a long life; longevity has its place. But I'm not concerned about that now. I just want to do God's will. And He's allowed me to go up to the mountain. And I've looked over. And I've seen the Promised Land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know today, that we, as a people, will get to the Promised Land. So I'm happy, today. I'm not worried about anything. I'm not fearing any man. Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord. (MLK speech modified)

    


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 23, 2011, 09:23:59 PM
1966 to 1968

Governor Romney meets with the press at the state capitol in Lansing.

Press:  Governor, you are mentioned repeatedly in the press as a potential candidate for the Republican Presidential nomination for 1968.  That being the case, could you please explain why you are running for another term as Governor.

GWR:  Indeed.  I have unfinished business here in Michigan and I owe it to the people of this state to complete that business before moving onto other responsibilities and commitments.  I want to ensure that Michigan continues to be on a firm financial footing with a balanced budget, that we have the proper conditions that will ensure a productive and well balanced civil service in this state, that we continue to emphasize the importance of an effective education system that is second to none in this nation, that we continue to make advances in the civil rights field in this state.  These are some of the issues I will be dedicating my time to.

Press:  Governor, you have made a statement about moving onto other responsibilities and commitments.  Is that a declaration of your candidacy for President of the United States?

GWR:  I will have a statement in that matter soon enough.  Ladies and gentlemen, thank you and good day.

The 1966 Gubernatorial election, incumbent Governor Romney faces Democrat Zolton Ferency, a brilliant lawyer, and a Professor of Criminal Justice at Michigan State University.

Governor Romney wins reelection by a margin of over 750,000 votes, capturing 40% of the black vote, unheard of for a Republican.

Governor Romney and Senator Robert Griffin share the stage at the victory celebration.

Governor Romney:  My friends, what a great night.  Thank you to the people of Michigan for this great victory.  Thank you for your confidence in electing me to a third term as your Governor.  I am humbled by your support.  Bob, I knew I made the right pick when I appointed you as Senator this past May. 

Senator Robert Griffin has defeated former Michigan Governor Soapy Williams by some 12 points to win a full term.

Senator Griffin:  Thank you Governor Romney.  Thank you my fellow Michiganders for this great victory.  I shall be fighting hard for you and for America in the Senate.

With his big victory in 1966, Romney and his supporters believe the stage is now set for the big showdown in 1968.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 24, 2011, 11:57:52 PM
A Meeting With Friends

By May of 1967, Governor Romney sees his non discriminatory, quality, low cost housing legislation become a reality.  This now makes it possible for low income people in Michigan to own their own homes.  It as well provides low cost subsidized rental units to many more thousands.

With the successful passage of this legislation, which the Governor has been fighting for for two years, and which is called the Governor George  Romney Fair Housing Act, George Romney sets his sights on a higher office, the Presidency of the United States.

Romney meets with his trusted advisors and friends, J. Willard Marriott of the hotel chain, Max Fisher, a supporter of long standing, and Clifford Folger, a Washington banker.

GWR:  Gentlemen, I believe I can make a worthwhile contribution to our nation, and consequently, I have decided to run for President.  I would like to know you are behind me.

Marriott:  You can certainly count on me George.

Fisher:  Count me in.

Folger:  That goes for me as well, no question.

Fisher:  I believe the three of us could self finance your campaign.

(Laughs all around)

GWR:  True, however, I want some of my campaign financed by the grass roots, the average American.  That is who I will be fighting for in this campaign.

GWR:  Nelson has already told me he wants me to run.  He already gave it his best shot in '60 and '64.  And he's willing to turn over his campaign team to me.  I'll talk with Nelson and his team, and then decide if we're a good fit for one another.  There is one member of his team though that I definitely want on board, one of the most highly qualified foreign affairs and geo political experts in the country, Henry Kissinger.  Henry is one of the smartest people I have ever met, and I think without exaggerating that he is probably one of the smartest people in the country.

I also want to make sure that I will have Bill Scranton and Jim Rhodes on board.  Senator Jake Javitz and Governor John Chafee have already told me they are solidly in my corner.

I have been building up a solid base for months now, and I am pleased to see how it is coming together.

Excuse me while I take this call.

Yes?  Put him through.  Thanks Marjorie.

Everett, how nice to hear from you.  Things going well?

Dirksen:  Indeed.  George, I have thought about our conversation of last week, and I would like to let you know that I have decided to support you.  I believe you are the right man for the job at this time in the nation's history.

GWR:  Thank you so much.  That means so very much to me.  Yes, take care.  Talk to you soon.

That was Senator Dirksen on the line.  He is supporting me for President.  With Ford, and now with Dirksen, I believe that could help with other members of the Senate and House.

Marriott:  That is good news George.  



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 26, 2011, 09:38:42 PM
The Presidential Announcement

(modified Romney speech)

November 18, 1967
Veteran's Memorial Building, Detroit

Thank you for coming here today.

Let me say first off that my wife Lenore is my greatest earthly inspiration.  Without her total support, I would not be embarking on this campaign.    

One who aspires to the Presidency should be confident he can be useful and capable of providing the needed leadership.  

I decided to fight for and win the Republican nomination and election as President of the United States.  I have made my decision with a great earnestness.  

I am concerned about America.

The size and complexity of our national problems have bred a widespread sense of personal futility.  

We have begun to see acceptance of irresponsibility as a way of life.  There is growing aimlessness and flabbiness in our American society.  

The evidence is everywhere.  

Too frequently family responsibilities are pre-empted by government and weakened by obsolete welfare policies that cripple each new generation of the poor.  

The crime rate mounts and over half the major crimes are committed by teenagers.  To avoid a society that seems to offer no cause worth serving, too many turn to drugs or alcoholism or other means of “escape.”

Too often, young people bursting with idealism, either find themselves playing a game for which they have little heart or hurling themselves into wasteful protest against the so-called “establishment.”

Men and women in the slums, bitter over unfulfilled promises, listen to revolutionaries who would plunge us into civil guerilla warfare.  We are becoming “a house divided.”

In this apathetic period, work is now seldom looked on as joy, and excellence of product or service is now seldom an objective.  

Our magnificent economy, which offers an impoverished and hungry world the only model that can head off greater deprivation and unprecedented famine, is being systematically jammed by inflation.  

The richest nation in the world is in a fiscal mess.  

As we have drifted away from principle at home, we have undermined the foundation of our position in the world.  Once a beacon of hope for people everywhere, America is now widely regarded as belligerent and domineering.  

We are mired in an Asian land war which sacrifices are young men and drains our resources, with no end in sight.  Time and again we have been taken toward the mountaintop of hope only to fall back into the crevices of sickening reality.  False optimism and lack of candor on the part of our leaders have confused our citizens and sapped their resolve.  

Our foreign policy has no clear positive purpose.  NATO and the United Nations are in disarray, subversion threatens Latin America, and the have-not nations are losing ground.  

But, I’m confident that the American people can reverse this trend.  We have the creative energy and the basic principles to build a new America.  

The process begins at home.  

Our country’s unique political institutions have released and stimulated the best in more people than any other nation in history.  We won’t again fulfill our destiny until we can trust the individual and what he can and should do, and the spirit God shared with men.  

We must recognize that the root source of America’s strength is the divinely endowed freedom of its people;

That personal responsibility and family responsibilities are essential in a free society;

That it is through voluntary cooperation of responsible individuals that Americans have made life more agreeable and rewarding.  

In all our communities we must–as I find poor people beginning to do in the ghettos–design a new fabric of voluntary independent agencies through which people help each other.

We must practice our fundamental principles of mutual self-respect and brotherhood with every citizen enjoying full and equal citizenship.

We must restore respect for law and its enforcement. In order of priority, it is more important to make our streets safe than to put a man on the moon.

We must restore the competitive principle, under which labor and business cooperate to serve the consumer first.

Workers must personally participate in progress to enjoy their work and take pride its product.

We must make private contribution, not concentrated power, the yardstick of reward.

We must reestablish control over Federal spending and end perpetual deficits.

In the 50 states of our union, we must again claim not state rights but state responsibilities.

We can, we must, solve the problems on which the Federal bureaucracy has so obviously failed. Our national government must lead in identifying national problems, establishing priorities, and encouraging maximum state, local, and private effort in their solution. To succeed we must decentralize problem-solving responsibility and action.

If we do those things at home, we will have taken the first giant step for re-establishing the influence of the United States in the World.

To apply these principles, to achieve these goals, to build a new America, we must have a Republican President.

The Republican Party has the faith in the individual, and voluntary cooperation, private competitive enterprise, free collective bargaining, and state and local government needed to apply these principles at home. A Republican President can work for a just peace in Vietnam unshackled by mistakes of the past. A Republican President can restore truth to government and regain the confidence of the people.

We need leadership that can elevate religion and morality to their position of paramount importance and thus eliminating growing selfishness, and immorality, and materialism. We must end the spirit of “anything goes,” and restore the importance and quality of our personal lives.

The present President, who is experienced only in the tools of government, will continue, no matter what his intentions, to build greater and greater governmental control over our lives.

To decentralize our attack on problem-solving and to energize the great talents and character of the American people will require broader experience. I have had such experience. I worked in the fields, in construction, in independent and voluntary national and local agencies during war and peace, in international trade and labor conferences, in two of the nation’s largest corporations operating in three major industries, and in state and federal governments.

A New American requires leadership which, by word and deed, merits the confidence of the people and is worthy of God’s blessing.

Because I believe that, working together, we can build a New America, I will work toward this goal with all my heart, mind, and new spirit. I pledge energy and honesty to the task.

My fellow Americans, I ask for your support to this end.

God bless you, and God bless America.



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on May 26, 2011, 10:02:21 PM
Good work. I'm interested to see who'll be in Romney's cabinet & who he'll pick for Vice-Presudent.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 27, 2011, 11:53:34 PM
The Early Stages

Following Romney's Presidential campaign speech, polling numbers show Romney favored by Republicans for the nomination 39% to 31% for former Vice President Richard Nixon, considered to be the other main contender for the nomination.

Further, polling shows Romney leading President Johnson among all voters by a margin of 54% to 46%.

The Romney campaign for President is off to to a good start.

The Romney Nixon contest draws almost all of the media attention on the Republican side.  Other Republicans seeking the nomination, perennial candidate Harold Stassen, former Governor of Minnesota, and Massachusetts Governor John Volpe struggle for attention, and are not considered to be serious contenders.  California Governor Ronald Reagan gets plenty of attention, however, most believe he needs more time in political office before running for President.

Nixon:  Romney has no experience on the world stage.  America needs a President who understands America's role in the world.

The press asks Romney about Nixon's comments:  Governor, Mr. Nixon says you lack experience on the world stage.  Any comment?

Romney:  Well, it seems to me that FDR was in the same situation in 1932.

Laughs from the press and others in the room.

One week before the New Hampshire primary, Romney gets an unexpected campaign boost.  In one of his last public appearances, former President Dwight Eisenhower makes a statement:  I believe George Romney has the qualities, experience, and abilities to be a great President.  America needs new leadership, and Romney can provide it.

While leaving the room, a member of the audience asks Eisenhower if he thought Richard Nixon had been a good Vice President for him.  Eisenhower replies "Dick had a lot of qualities, but I should have dropped him from the ticket in '56 when I had the chance."

Neither Eisenhower nor the audience member were aware that there was a reporter standing nearby who picked up the Eisenhower remark on a live recorder.  The tape made the rounds of the national networks that evening.

The Nixon camp was devasted and in complete disarray following these two bombshells.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 28, 2011, 06:49:20 PM
The Far Reaching Implications Of New Hampshire

March 12, 1968, on a campaign of economic renewal at home, full equality and civil rights, peace abroad, and bringing U.S. troops home from Vietnam, Governor George Romney scores a smashing win in the New Hampshire Republican primary, defeating former Vice President Richard Nixon.

The numbers are astounding, Romney 62%, Nixon 27%, Reagan 8%, Volpe 2%, Stassen 1%.

This is an overwhelming victory for Romney, putting into serious jeopardy the planned political comeback of Richard Nixon.

The strong campaign by Romney has reverberating repercussions for the Democrats as well.  Well before New Hampshire, there begins to be talk in Democratic circles that Romney is quickly becoming the peace candidate, with the Vietnam conflict raging that is becoming inceasingly unpopular in America.  The Democrats have to do something to reclaim the peace issue.

As a result of the Romney success, it would seem that Democrats turn in droves to anti war candidate Minnesota Senator Eugene McCarthy in the New Hampshire primary, where McCarthy almost defeats the incumbent President in the primary, capturing 42% of the vote compared to 49% for Johnson.  Johnson knows it would only be downhill from here for him.

This directly results in the withdrawal from the race by President Johnson on March 31, 1968, when he announces to the nation in a television address, after a long speech:

Accordingly, ah shall not seek, and ah will not accept, the nomination of mah party for another term as yer President.

After the speech, Johnson, looking dejected and beaten, confides to his close advisors:

Ah blame Romney for this whole thing, for mah downfall.  He more than anyone else in this country has turned Americans against mah Vietnam policies.

Romney had given ascendancy to the McCarthy candidacy, had thwarted the ambitions of an incumbent President, and had imperiled the comeback of a former Vice President.

Though scoring a stunning and massive victory in New Hampshire, Romney knows there is much work that lies ahead, many words that must be spoken, millions of Americans  that must be reached, in his quest for the Oval Office.    




Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 28, 2011, 11:06:37 PM
Some Campaign Events

Seeing the success that Senator Eugene McCarthy has achieved in New Hampshire, Senator Robert Kennedy of New York decides to enter the race for the Democratic nomination.

Upon hearing this, George Romney tells some friends:

Bobby waits for McCarthy to take on the incumbent President, sees he has success, then he decides to enter the race himself.  Now that takes guts.

Laughs all around.

After New Hampshire, Volpe withdraws from the Republican race, and throws his support behind Romney.  Stassen stays in the contest, but is seen to be more of a nuisance than a candidate by this time.

Nixon and Reagan stay in the race.  

Nixon at a press conference:  I shall take my message of experience and peace with honor across America.  The Silent Majority of this nation will rise up and support me for President.

New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller appears on Meet The Press on NBC.

NBC:  Governor Rockefeller, you are supporting George Romney for President.  What lies behind your decision to support Governor Romney?

NR:  Yes, I am supporting Governor Romney for President, and am proud to do so.  Governor Romney has demonstrated executive leadership in both the private and public sectors, excelling in both.  In short, he has the qualities necessary to serve as President.

NBC:  Did you consider running yourself this year for President?

NR:  I ran in '60 and '64, without success.  I thought about running, but decided I had my opportunities.  I also decided that Romney was the best one for the job.

NBC:  Richard Nixon has stated that the Silent Majority, as he calls them, will rise up and elect him President.  What do you make of that statement?

NR:  Well, the last time Nixon was elected to anything was 1956, and that was because he was swept into office because of Eisenhower's incredible popularity.  He was rejected in '60 in the nation and in '62 in California.  So if anything, I rather suspect the Silent Majority, to use his term, would remain silent for any purposes related to Nixon's quest for a comeback.
(smiles broadly)

NBC:  Governor, thank you for being here this evening.

NR:  My pleasure.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 29, 2011, 10:55:40 PM
A Key Endorsement And A Defiant Fighter

Shortly after New Hampshire, Romney scores two more stunning primary wins, Wisconsin on April 2, Pennsylvania on April 23.  Romney had the solid backing of Governor Warren Knowles in Wisconsin and former Governor William Scranton and current Governor Raymond Shafer in Pennsylvania.

Wisconsin, Romney 56%, Nixon 23%, Reagan 20%, Stassen 1%

Pennsylvania, Romney 64%, Reagan 19%, Nixon 16%, Stassen 1%

This is NBC News for April 23, 1968.

Following a massive rejection in the Wisconsin primary on April 2, former Vice President Richard Nixon was dealt an even more devastating blow tonight in the Pennsylvania primary.  Governor George Romney swept to substantial and impressive victories in both primaries, but it was in Pennsylvania where the Nixon campaign appears to have come off the rails.  In Pennsylvania, Romney finished with a remarkable 64%, with California Governor Ronald Reagan actually placing second ahead of Nixon.  Reagan received 19% compared to just 16% for Nixon.

Nixon has announced in spite of the early setbacks in the primary season so far, that he will continue the fight.

This is NBC News for April 24, 1968.

Following huge victories for George Romney over Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan in the New Hampshire, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania primaries, pressure is mounting on both Nixon and Reagan to withdraw from the race and back front runner Romney for the nomination, in order to ensure a united Republican Party going into the Presidential election.  Republicans from all levels, grassroots, state legislators, members of the House of Representatives, United States Senators, are taking a very public approach, and urge the party to now unite behind Romney.

This is NBC News for April 25, 1968.

NBC News has just learned that California Governor Ronald Reagan will be withdrawing from the Republican race and will be endorsing George Romney for the nomination.  We now take you live to Sacramento where Governor Reagan is about to make a public statement.

I have decided to withdraw as a candidate for the Republican Presidential nomination.  It is clear to me that Governor George Romney is the overwhelming choice of the party for the nomination.  I wish to see the party united and strong going into the Presidential campaign, and backing Governor Romney is the only way to achieve this.  I have seen how Governor Romney has handled leadership, both in the private and public sectors, and I have no doubt whatsoever that George Romney will make a great President.  I have contacted Governor Romney earlier today, and have advised him of my decision.  Governor Romney has expressed to me his heartfelt gratitude.

Well, there you have it, Governor Reagan withdrawing from the race and throwing his considerable support to Governor Romney.  Reagan is seen as a rising star in the Republican party, and his endorsement no doubt carries with it considerable influence among the more conservative wing of the party.

We now take you live to Boston, where Governor Romney has been campaigning for the upcoming primary in Massachusetts.  Governor George Romney.

As you have just heard, Governor Reagan has withdrawn from the Republican race and has decided to support me for the nomination.  I have expressed my sincere and heartfelt thank you to Governor Romney earlier by phone today.  Now, I wish to express it publily.  Governor Reagan, thank you so much for your generous support.  Let us go forth from this time, united as a party, and earn the support of America.  Thank you my fellow Americans.

You have just been watching Governor George Romney graciously accepting the support of California Governor Ronald Reagan, and expressing his hope for a united Republican Party going into the Pesidential campaign this fall.

This just in, a statement from the Nixon campaign, which I will read verbatim.

Richard Nixon continues his campaign for the Republican nomination.  Vice President Nixon offers America the experience necessary to lead the natiion in the turbulent times ahead.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: redcommander on May 30, 2011, 05:18:18 PM
When I first read the thread's title, I thought the Romneys were going to rule the United States as a monarchy or something like that. Great timeline, I love seeing so many members of the Romney family having successful political careers.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 30, 2011, 10:31:10 PM
When I first read the thread's title, I thought the Romneys were going to rule the United States as a monarchy or something like that. Great timeline, I love seeing so many members of the Romney family having successful political careers.

Thank you for following my timeline.  It is meant to be an exaggerated account of a fictional Romney poltical dynasty.  My hope is that those who read it enjoy it and get a laugh or two from it. 

I must say, I am impressed with your very favorable comments about the Romney family.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on June 05, 2011, 01:23:19 PM
A Sweep For Romney, Eisenhower Speaks Out, Nixon Devastated

The remainder of the primary season proves to be an unprecedented success for George Romney.

April 30, Massachusetts
May7, Indiana, Ohio, Washington DC
May 14, Nebraska, West Virginia
May 28, Florida, Oegon
June 4, California, New Jersey, South Dakota
June 11, Illinois

Romney sweeps each of these primaries with impressive margins of victory.

Following the last primary, former President Dwight Eisenhower speaks out for the first time about the Republican nomination, in one of his last public appearances.

Eisenhower:

I have watched this primary season with interest.  I have seen how Governor Romney has taken his case to the people in each and every primary election.  He has spoken honestly and with courage, and has not shied away from tough issues.  I have seen how he has conducted himself both in the private and public sectors.  He is the man with the ability to lead this nation during what I have no doubt will be tough and turbulent times.  I am therefore proud to endorse George Romney for President of the United States.

Following Eisenhower's remarks, while mingling with the audience, he is asked by someone if he believed Richard Nixon had been a good Vice President.  

Eisenhower replies:

Dick has many good qualities, but I should have dropped him from the ticket in '56 when I had the chance.

This short conversation is overheard by another audience member, who reports it to a journalist.  The journalist asks Eisenhower if he has any comment on this statement.

Eisenhower replies:

I have no comment.

This story about this very brief conversation makes its' way to the evening news casts.  

The Nixon camp is devastated by the Romney sweep of the primaries, and is absolutely crushed by the Eisenhower statement.  How could Eisenhower, whom Nixon had served so loyally and faithfully over eight years endorse Romney?  And how could Eisenhower tell someone that he should have dropped Nixon from the ticket in '56?  This was the question running through the Nixon campaign.    

After Romney sweeps to victory in each of the remaining primary states, increasingly, non primary delegates are moving to Romney over the course of the primary season, seeing the tremendous success Romney has achieved amongst the Republican grass roots.  By June 11, Romney has sewn up the Republican nomination for President of the United States.

But it was not Eisenhower who doomed the Nixon candidacy.  It was the dynamic and straight forward Romney campaign, and the perception in the nation that Nixon had a dark side to him that would surface further should he become President.  

Romney now begins concentrating his efforts toward the Republican National Convention in Miami Beach, Florida which will be held August 5-8, and on his first and most important decision as the presumptive nominee, that of the selection of the right running mate, the Vice Presidential candidate.

              
 


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on June 07, 2011, 10:16:29 PM
An Apostolic Calling

At this point between George Romney winning the Republican Presidential nomination and running in the Presidential election, some details on a member of the Romney family of considerable note.

Marion George Romney, usually referred to as Marion G Romney, a nephew of Gaskell Romney and a cousin of George W Romney.

Born in 1897.  

Earned degrees in political science, history and law.

Served as an assistant prosecuting attorney in Salt Lake City.

Served as a member of the Utah State Legislature as a Democrat 1934-1935.

Called as a General Authority in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints as an Assistant to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles serving 1941-1951.

Called as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, the highest ranking council of the Church next to the First Presidency of the Church, serving 1951-1972.

Called as Second Counselor in the First Presidency of the Church, the highest ranking council of the Church, serving 1972-1982.

Called as First Counselor in the First Presidency of the Church, serving 1982-1985.

The First Presidency of the Church consists of the President of the Church, the First Counselor in the First Presidency and the Second Counselor in the First Presidency.

Returned to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles as President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, 1985 until his death in 1988.

The President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles is next in line to become President of the Church, however, Marion G Romney died before the President of the Church at the time.

Thus a member of the Romney family rises to the top echelons and councils of the Mormon Church.



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on June 08, 2011, 07:19:29 PM
Note, the above details on Marion G Romney, Mormon Church authority, are completely factual.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on June 08, 2011, 09:10:19 PM
Nixon Makes A Statement

This is NBC News.  We now take you live to the Nixon press conference.

RMN:  Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for coming here today.  As you know, Governor Romney has now secured the Republican Presidential nomination.  I congratulate him on this accomplishment, and pledge my support to him. 

Press:  Mr. Nixon, it seemed pretty clear from the outset that Romney was the odds on favorite.  Why did you decide to stay in the race until the end, rather than withdrawing earlier on?

RMN:  With a lifetime of public service, it was my desire to put my experience to work as President.  Things did not work out that way, but I can hold my head high knowing I gave it my best shot. 

Press:  Mr. Nixon, are you open to serving in a Romney administration?

RMN:  I am always open to serving my country.

Press:  Mr. Nixon, I simply have to ask, do you have any comment to make on President Eisenhower's reported statement that he should have dropped you from the ticket in '56 when he had the chance?

RMN:  Well, as you said, this was a reported statement, so we do not know if President Eisenhower did in fact make that statement.

Press:  If he did in fact make that statement, what is your response?

RMN:  I will use the words of President Eisenhower himself, I have no comment.

After the press conference, Nixon confides to his good friend Robert Finch

What do they expect me to say?  Of all the things that have been said about me in my long public career, these words from Ike have hurt me more than anything I could ever imagine.

Finch:  Dick, I can understand why you would feel that way.  You served Eisenhower and the administration with every ounce of your being for eight years.  And this is how he repays you.

RMN:  Bob, regardless of my personal feelings, I will never say a negative thing about Ike.

Finch:  Understood Dick, understood.   


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: feeblepizza on June 10, 2011, 08:29:44 PM
Greatest TL ever!


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on June 10, 2011, 10:47:18 PM

Many thanks. 

I am extremely flattered.

Update coming Saturday.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on June 11, 2011, 01:34:49 PM
Romney Goes To The People, The Democrats Continue To Battle It Out

Governor George W Romney, nomination in hand, looks forward with steely determination and unshakeable resolve to take his message of peace, hope and renewal of America's spirit to the nation.

Romney decides to undertake an ambitious pre convention campaign tour covering fourteen states.  His core message is unity and prosperity.

Romney makes a whirlwind campaign tour through states he and his campaign have determined will be hotly contested battleground states in the coming campaign, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Oregon, Ohio, Colorado, Florida, Nevada, Minnesota, Iowa, Washington, Illinois, New Jersey, California.

Meanwhile, the Democrats continue to battle it out for the nomination.  

Senator Eugene McCarthy continues to impress Democratic voters in the primaries.  Coming off of his surprisingly strong finish in New Hampshire, where he almost defeats an incumbent President, he takes Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and even the Kennedy home state of Massachusetts in the following primaries.

The concern starts to show in the Robert Kennedy campaign.  Kennedy is shocked and dismayed by his loss in Massachusetts.  But he was now looked upon by Massadchusetts voters as a New Yorker, which accounted for the result.  

McCarthy and Kennedy continue to fight for the primary voters.  Kennedy defeats McCarthy in Indiana and Nebraska.  They now move onto the crucial primary in Oregon.  

The Oregon Democratic primary proves to be the most bitter and acrimonious of the Democratic primary season, and in the end, Senator McCarthy defeats Senator Kennedy by six points.

McCarthy:  This is a victory for America and for peace.

Kennedy:  I'm a Kennedy, and Kennedy's don't like to lose.  Onto California and onto Chicago.

California becomes the make or break state for the Kennedy campaign.  After a very intense and acerbic campaign, however, McCarthy defeats Kennedy by four points.  

Exit polling reveals an interesting finding.  When Democrats were asked why they chose McCarthy over Kennedy, the overwhelming reason given to pollsters was because Romney was seen as the peace candidate, and the Democrats wanted to reclaim the peace issue.

In the other primaries held that same day, McCarthy defeats Kennedy in New Jersey by five points and Kennedy defeats McCarthy in South Dakota by three points.

One week later in the Illinois primary, McCarthy defeats Kennedy by four points.

After the primaries, McCarthy truly had the wind at his back on his way to the windy city and the convention.  

But there was still one obstacle standing between McCarthy and the Democratic crown, and that obstacle was none other than the Vice President of the United States, Hubert H Humphrey.  


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on June 11, 2011, 04:01:44 PM
I admit that this TL, despite all intentional bias and my own dislike for the Romneys, is fairly entertaining.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on June 15, 2011, 10:45:20 PM
George Romney And His Running Mate Make History

At the conclusion of his successful and high profile  fourteen state campaign swing, Romney returns to Michigan to take care of some very important business.

Saturday, August 3, 1968, a beautiful sunny day in Lansing.  

Presidential candidate Romney speaks to the cheering and excited assembled crowd, estimated at one hundred thousand.

My friends, my fellow Americans, thank you so much for that magnificent welcome.  And thank you to all those Americans viewing this great event on television.  I am told millions have joined us today via television.  I would publicly like to thank the thousands I have met on my recent campaign swing through fourteen of our great states.

Now, we all know why we are gathered here today.  This day belongs to the man standing here beside me.  A former  Attorney General of Massachusetts, and now U.S. Senator, my friends, my fellow Americans, it is my great honor to present to you the next Vice President of the United States, Senator Edward Brooke of the great state of Massachusetts.....(wild cheering).....a man prepared to serve his country in this office. Senator Brooke and I will be carrying our message of peace and prosperity across this nation in the coming weeks and months.  He will be an integral member of the Romney Brooke administration.

Senator Brooke

Thank you Governor Romney.  My fellow Americans, friends, Governor George Romney has honored me beyond anything I could have imagined by asking me to join him on the Republican ticket.  (wild cheering)  Let me say, I look forward to running with Governor Romney and in serving with him in the new Romney Brooke administration.  (wild cheering)      

Governor Romney and I will be reaching out to Americans across this nation, inviting them to join with us in renewing our nation.  (wild cheering)

Meanwhile, in Montgomery, Alabama, a former Governor is viewing the proceedings on televisiion with considerable interest.



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on June 16, 2011, 10:37:54 PM
Wallace Gets A Running Mate

The DC office of Senator J. William Fulbright of Arkansas

Senator, George Wallace on the line for you.

JWF:  Put him through.

GW:  Bill, how ya doin'?

JWF:  Good George. 

GW:  Bill, ah don't like the way this Presidential race is shapin' up.  Romney scares the daylights outta me.  He's one ah the strongest advocates of civil rights I've ever seen.  He'd trample all over states rights if he could.  Now he picks a black runnin' mate.  The Democrat'll be just as bad, maybe worse.  Ah think Kennedy's done for, thank goodness.  Ah believe Romney's about forced the Democrats to pick McGovern over Humphrey.  They want a real peace candidate, thanks to Romney. 

JWF:  George, you're right about Romney and  civil rights, but actually ah don't believe he'd interfere in state issues.  He wants to keep the Republican base intact.

GW:  Well, that's good to know.  Bill, as you know, ah'm in the runnin' for President.  Ah have given it a great deal of thought and ah want you on the ticket for VP.  Ah need a credible runnin' mate like you. 

JWF:  George, you know we can't win.  Our base would be limited to some southern states. 

GW:  My goal is to win enough states to prevent Romney from winning the election.  Ah don't think the Democrats can beat Romney.  He's leadin' in all the polls.

JWF:  You're probably right.  Well, OK, ah accept.  As you know, ah'm  runnin' for reelection to the Senate, so I'll be runnin' for both offices at the same time.

GW:  Yes, ah know.  If we don't win, you'll still be in the Senate.  Good plan.  We'll take our campaign of law 'n order and states rights across America, concentratin' of course here in the south.  Thanks for yer support Bill.  Yer a great American.

JWF:  Thanks George.  Be seein' ya in a couple days.



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on June 19, 2011, 10:50:40 PM
Romney Unites The GOP

The law office of Richard Nixon, New York City

Mr. Nixon, George Romney is on the line.

RMN:  Put him through.

GWR:  Dick, I would like to thank you for your gracious remarks at your press conference.  You know Dick, as President, I would be a fool not to ask you to serve in the administration at a senior level.  I would hate to see your experience and abilities not made use of in my administration.  I want to ask to you to become a member of my administration Dick, should I become President.  What do you say?

RMN:  George, I was hoping you would be calling me about this.  Even though I won't be getting the job I wanted (both chuckle) I would very much like to return to public life as a member of your administration.  What did you have in mind George?

GWR:  Dick, I want you to become Secretary of State.  With your background and experience,  you bring with you the credentials and abilities I am looking for in this office.  One of the major undertakings you will have will be to lay the groundwork for the U.S. to open diplomatic relations with the Peoples Republic of China.

RMN:  George, I would be honored to become Secretary of State in your administration.  Opening up diplomatic relations with the PRC is something America must do.  I totally agree with you.

GWR:  Thanks Dick.  One more thing, I want you to place my name in nomination for President at the convention.  I want a united party Dick.  What better way to achieve this than to have the public support of the other most powerful Republican in America?

RMN:  George, I accept.  We're gonna win in November.  I can feel it.  And George, your pick of Ed Brooke for VP was the right one.  I know him.  He's totally up to the job.

GWR:  Thanks Dick.  That means a lot.  We'll keep this conversation between us for the time being.

RMN:  Absolutely George, absolutely.   



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on June 20, 2011, 08:50:19 AM
While George Romney was a moderate, maybe Liberal Republican, Edward Brooke was most definitely a Liberal. :P


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on June 20, 2011, 08:31:46 PM
While George Romney was a moderate, maybe Liberal Republican, Edward Brooke was most definitely a Liberal. :P

I am fully aware that Brooke was most definitely a liberal, however, part of the premise of this timeline is the history made by the Romneys, and therefore George Romney made history by being the first Presidential nominee of a major party to pick an African American as his running mate to run for Vice President.

To give some balance to the ticket, I was considering Romney picking Reagan for Vice President, however, I decided for the history making rather than the ideological balance.  I also considered Romney's friend Rockefeller, however, Rockefeller would fill neither the historical nor the ideological criteria.  :)

I realize that in real life had Romney been the nominee that he would not have picked Brooke, rather, he would have gone with a more conservative pick, likely an experienced Senator.       


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on June 20, 2011, 09:35:25 PM
Romney Continues To Prepare For Office

The office of Governor Nelson Rockefeller, Albany

Governor, George Romney for you.

NR:  Oh, put him right through.

GR:  Hi Nelson,  how are things there in New York today?

NR:  Great, George.  I'm looking forward to the convention.

GR:  That's good, because I would like you to give the keynote address.   

NR:  George, that would be a great honor. 

GR:  Thanks Nelson.  Now there is one other thing.  I want to get a headstart on the key administration posts.  Nelson, you and I see eye to eye on Vietnam.  I want you in cabinet as Secretary of Defense.

NR:  George, I would be looking forward to serving in your administration in this capacity.  but who are you picking for State?

GR:  Nelson, between you and I, I have offered that to Dick.  He is looking forward to it. 

NR:  Well, I must admit Dick has the qualifications.  Good pick George. 

GR:  Thanks Nelson.  And thank you for your tremendous support for the nomination.  See ya in Miami.

The William Scranton home, Scranton, Pennsylvania

WS:  Hello.

GR:  Bill, George.  Bill, I would like to thank you for the tremendous support you have been to me during the entire nomination process.

WS:  George, I am pleased that you have offered your experience, talents and abilities to the nation.  You're the one the nation needs at this time.

GR:  Thanks so much Bill.  Bill, I want to ask you to put your experience, talents and abilities to work in my administration and for the nation.  Bill, will you accept the post of Attorney General in my cabinet?  There is no one I would want in that position more than you.

WS:  George, I would be honored.  And thanks so much for asking me.

GR:  Bill, I would also like to ask you to speak at the convention, on justice and law and order issues.

WS:  I shall be pleased to do so.

GR:  Great.  See you in Miami.   

       


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on June 20, 2011, 10:09:46 PM
I could actually see Nixon & Rocky's cabinet posts switched up. Both had a large amount of foreign policy experience, but Nixon served in the military. I can actually see Rocky getting the same attacks Cheney & Rummy would get decades earlier.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on June 20, 2011, 11:10:41 PM
I could actually see Nixon & Rocky's cabinet posts switched up. Both had a large amount of foreign policy experience, but Nixon served in the military. I can actually see Rocky getting the same attacks Cheney & Rummy would get decades earlier.

In fact, I was actually thinking earlier of giving Rockefeller State, however, Romney believes Nixon would be more pleased with State than Defense, and he was trying to unite the party.  Romney also believes that Nixon would be the right one to lay the groundwork for opening up relations with China.  In real life, there was talk in 1956 that Eisenhower would drop Nixon from the ticket and appoint him Secretary of State.

As well, Romney and Rockefeller have the same views about Vietnam, the dominant foreign issue of the day.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on June 23, 2011, 12:03:38 AM
Romney Calls Marriott

The corporate execuitive offices of the Marriott Corporation.  

George Romney puts in a call to his good friend J. Willard Marriott, CEO of the Marriott Corporation.

Mr. Marriott, Governor Romney on the line.

JWM:  Put him right through.

GWR:  John, how are you and the family doing, and by the way, can you fix me up with a room?  I'm visiting Miami Beach in the next few days.

Laughs from both.

JWM:  George, my family and I are doing great.  And are you hoping to get the corporate rate?

More laughs.

GWR:  John, I have picked most of my top cabinet team, except for Treasury.  John, I want you for Secretary of the Treasury.  What do you say?

JWM:  What do I say?  Well, I am honored and humbled that you would ask me George.  What an opportunity that would be to serve your administration and the nation, but I have a worldwide business to run.

GWR:  John, your son Bill can take over the CEO duties.  He has inherited your talent and business acumen.  You have one of the most brilliant financial and entrepurnial minds in America, and you are among the most talented and capable executives I know, and I know a lot of them.  John, I want you to put your talents and gifts to work for America.  The nations' economy will be in good hands with you leading Treasury.  John, I need you, America needs you and your tremendous abilities.

JWM:  Well George, since you put it that way, how could I say no.  I will be proud to serve your administration and the nation.  I am looking forward to having a competent President like you George to replace the aimless and incompetent LBJ.  The man is a walking disaster.

GWM:  Thank you John.  You have made me very happy.  One more thing.  I would like you to speak at the convention.  You will be speaking about the new economy under the Romney administration.  

JWM:  Looking forward to it George.

GWR:  See ya in Miami.      


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: © tweed on June 23, 2011, 08:40:27 AM
if Mitt wins the presidency I don't know how we're going to endure the strokefest that will ensue, though on one level I feel happy for him.  it'd be kind of like me getting to see the Mets win the World Series.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 01, 2011, 10:55:59 AM
The Republican National Convention opens in Miami Beach, Florida, Monday,  August 5, 1968.

The eyes of the nation are on the convention, waiting to hear George Romney's vision for America.

But before the nominee and his pick for Vice President, Senator Edward Brooke, address the convention, the nation is to hear from some famous Americans on the important issues of the day.

Governor Nelson Rockefeller will deliver the keynote address and will discuss defense issues.

Former Vice President Richard Nixon will address the issue of America and it's place in the world.

Former Pennsylvania Governor William Scranton will address law and justice issues.

Business executive J. Willard Marriott will address financial and economic issues.



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 01, 2011, 11:18:45 AM
The convention opens.

The crowd starts chanting

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Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on July 01, 2011, 11:26:51 AM
What's with all the random spaces between sentences? I assumed they were pictures that weren't popping up, but when I pressed the "quote" button to see, there was just space.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 01, 2011, 11:33:28 AM
Should be back to normal now.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on July 01, 2011, 11:42:11 AM
The spaces were still there. In this (below), that's what it would look like without the spaces.

The Republican National Convention opens in Miami Beach, Florida, Monday,  August 5, 1968. The eyes of the nation are on the convention, waiting to hear George Romney's vision for America. But before the nominee and his pick for Vice President, Senator Edward Brooke, address the convention, the nation is to hear from some famous Americans on the important issues of the day. Governor Nelson Rockefeller will deliver the keynote address and will discuss defense issues. Former Vice President Richard Nixon will address the issue of America and it's place in the world. Former Pennsylvania Governor William Scranton will address law and justice issues.
Business executive J. Willard Marriott will address financial and economic issues.

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Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 05, 2011, 11:25:59 PM
Memorable Moments From The Republican National Convention

Governor Nelson Rockefeller of New York, keynote address and defense

America is not just a power, it is a promise. It is not enough for our country to be extraordinary in might; it must be exemplary in meaning.

It is essential that we enable young people to see themselves as participants in one of the most exciting eras in history, and to have a sense of purpose in relation to it.

President George Romney will resolve Vietnam effectively.



Former Vice President Richard Nixon of New York, America and the world

A President needs a global view, a sense of proportion and a keen sense of the possible. George Romney posses these qualities.  As President, George Romney adheres to the following principles.
 
Always be prepared to negotiate, but never negotiate without being prepared.
Never be belligerent, but always be firm.
Always remember that covenants should be openly agreed to but privately negotiated.
Never seek publicity that would destroy the ability to get results.
Never give up unilaterally what could be used as a bargaining chip.
Never let your adversary underestimate what you would do in response to a challenge.
Always leave your adversary a face-saving line of retreat.
Distinguish between friends who provide some human rights and enemies who deny all human rights.
Do at least as much for our friends as our adversaries do for our enemies.
Never lose faith. Faith without strength is futile, but strength without faith is sterile.



Former Governor William Scranton of Pennsylvania, law and justice.

We must reject the idea that every time a law's broken, society is guilty rather than the lawbreaker. It is time to restore the American precept that each individual is accountable for his actions.

At his best, man is the noblest of all animals; separated from law and justice he is the worst.

No man is above the law and no man is below it: nor do we ask any man's permission when we ask him to obey it.



J. Willard Marriott, financial and economic issues.

It's a disgrace that we have millions of people who are uninsured, but at the same time too - in the eyes of the American people, in my judgment, it looked as if that somehow become more important than the main attack which was to fix the economy and get the Americans working again.

George Romney will get America working again.

Economy is the method by which we prepare today to afford the improvements of tomorrow.

George Romney knows how to run an economy.  He proved that as a business executive in the private sector.  He proved that as the Governor of a major industrial state in the public sector.  President Romney will restore faith, credibility, and prosperity to the American economy.
 


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 08, 2011, 10:27:24 PM
Senator Edward Brooke Accepts The Nomination For Vice President

Ladies and gentlemen, fellow Republicans, fellow Americans, thank you so much for that tremendous welcome.  You have touched my heart.

I am honored beyond words that Governor Romney has called upon me to be his running mate, to become the next Vice President of the United States, and to work with him and his administration in moving our great nation forward.  Governor Romney has made it clear to me that he wants me to play a vital and integral role in his administration.  

Governor Romney has spent his life breaking barriers and bridging divides.  In calling upon me to become his running mate, this is one more barrier that Governor Romney has broken.  Thank you Governor Romney.

I accepted Governor Romney's invitation because I have no doubt whatsoever that he is the individual that we need at this point in our history to unite our nation once again, to break the barriers that keep us apart, and to bridge the divides that separate us.

America's economy is struggling, the Romney Brooke administation will bring our nation back to prosperity.

Young Americans are dying in a foreign war in southeast Asia, directed by an increasingly incompetent President, with our loses mounting year after year.  The Romney Brooke administration will bring peace out of chaos.

My friends, my fellow Republicans, my fellow Americans, our cause is just, our course is right, our policies are clear.  We are in this to win and to restore faith and respect in America once again.  And win we shall.

God bless you, God bless America.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 09, 2011, 02:51:49 PM
George Romney Accepts The Presidential Nomination

(With much thanks to RMN) :)

Ladies and gentlemen, fellow Republicans, fellow Americans, thank you so much for that tremendous ovation.  Lenore and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts.  

I accept the nomination of the Republican Party for President of the United States.

Governor Rockefeller, Vice President Nixon, Governor Scranton, J.W. Marriott, thanks to all of you for your words of inspiration.  America will be well served with each of you in responsible leadership roles.

We're going to win because this great convention has demonstrated to the nation that the Republican party has the leadership, the platform and the purpose that America needs.

I am honored to have Senator Edward Brooke as my running mate.  He is going to make a great Vice President.

And I congratulate former Vice President Nixon, I congratulate Governor Reagan, I congratulate all those who have made the hard fight that they have for this nomination, and I know that you will all fight even harder for the great victory our party is going to win in November because we're going to be together in that election campaign.

And a party that can unite itself will unite America.

My fellow Americans, most important we're going to win because our cause is right. We make history tonight not for ourselves but for the ages. The choice we make in 1968 will determine not only the future of America but the future of peace and freedom in the world for the last third of the 20th century, and the question that we answer tonight: can America meet this great challenge?

As we look at America, we see cities enveloped in smoke and flame. We hear sirens in the night. We see Americans dying on distant battlefields abroad. We see Americans hating each other; fighting each other; killing each other at home.

And as we see and hear these things, millions of Americans cry out in anguish.

And this I say, this I say to you tonight, is the real voice of America. In this year 1968, this is the message it will broadcast to America and to the world.

Let's never forget that despite her faults, America is a great nation. And America is great because her people are great.

America's in trouble today not because her people have failed but because her leaders have failed. And what America wants are leaders to match the greatness of her people.

We've had enough of big promises and little action. The time has come for an honest government in the United States of America.

And there is only one answer to such a record of failure, and that is the complete house cleaning of those responsible for the failures and that record. The answer is the complete reappraisal of America's policy in every section of the world. We shall begin with Vietnam.

And if the war is not ended when the people choose in November, the choice will be clear. Here it is: For four years this administration has had at its disposal the greatest military and economic advantage that one nation has ever had over another in a war in history. For four years America's fighting men have set a record for courage and sacrifice unsurpassed in our history. For four years this Administration has had the support of the loyal opposition for the objective of seeking an honorable end to the struggle.

And I pledge to you tonight that the first priority foreign policy objective of our next Administration will be to bring an end to the war in Vietnam. We shall not stop there. We need a policy to prevent more Vietnams. All of America's peacekeeping institutions and all of America's foreign commitments must be reappraisal.

And now to the leaders of the Communist world we say, after an era of confrontations, the time has come for an era of negotiations.

Where the world super-powers are concerned there is no acceptable alternative to peaceful negotiation. Because this will be a period of negotiations we shall restore the strength of America so that we shall always negotiate from strength and never from weakness.

We believe this should be an era of peaceful competition not only in the productivity of our factories but in the quality of our ideas. We extend the hand of friendship to all people. To the Russian people. To the Chinese people. To all people in the world. And we shall work toward the goal of an open world, open sky, open cities, open hearts, open minds. The next eight years my friends .

This period in which we're entering we will have the greatest opportunity for world peace, but also face the greatest danger of world war of any time in our history.

I believe we must have peace. I believe that we can have peace. But I do not underestimate the difficulty of this task.

Because, you see, the art of preserving peace is greater than that of waging war, and much more demanding.

And as we commit the new policies for America tonight, let me make one further pledge. For five years hardly a day has gone by when we haven't read or heard a report of the American flag being spit on, and our embassy being stoned, a library being burned, or an ambassador being insulted some place in the world, and each incident reduced respect for the United States until the ultimate insult inevitably occurred.

And I say to you tonight that when respect for the United States of America falls so low that a fourth-rate military power like Korea will seize an American naval vessel in the high seas, it's time for new leadership to restore respect for the United States of America.

A nation that can't keep the peace at home won't be trusted to keep the peace abroad. A President who isn't treated with respect at home will not be treated with respect abroad. A nation which can't manage its own economy can't tell others how to manage theirs.

If we are to restore prestige and respect for America abroad, the place to begin is at home - in the United States of America.

My friends, we live in an age of revolution in America and in the world. And to find the answers to our problems, let us turn to a revolution - a revolution that will never grow old, the world's greatest continuing revolution, the American Revolution.

Now there is no quarrel between progress and order because neither can exist without the other.

So let us have order in America, not the order that suppresses dissent and discourages change but the order which guarantees the right to dissent and provides the basis for peaceful change.

Let those who have the responsibility to enforce our laws, and our judges who have the responsibility to interpret them, be dedicated to the great principles of civil rights. But let them also recognize that the first civil right of every American is to be free from domestic violence. And that right must be guaranteed in this country.

Because, my friends, let this message come through clear from what I say tonight. Time is running out for the merchants of crime and corruption in American society. The wave of crime is not going to be the wave of the future in the United States of America.

We shall reestablish freedom from fear in America so that America can take the lead of reestablishing freedom from fear in the world.

And so as we commit to order tonight, let us commit to progress.

And this brings me to the clearest choice among the great issues of this campaign.

To put it bluntly, we're on the wrong road and it's time to take a new road to progress.

Again we turn to the American Revolution for our answers. The war on poverty didn't begin five years ago in this country, it began when this country began.

It's been the most successful war on poverty in the history of nations. There's more wealth in America today, more broadly shared than in any nation in the world.

We are a great nation. And we must never forget how we became great.

America is a great nation today, not because of what government did for people, but because of what people did for themselves over 190 years in this country.

Let us increase the wealth of America so we can provide more generously for the aged and for the needy and for all those who cannot help themselves.

But for those who are able to help themselves, what we need are not more millions on welfare rolls but more millions on payrolls in the United States of America.

And let us build bridges, my friends, build bridges to human dignity across that gulf that separates black America from white America.

Black Americans - no more than white Americans - do not want more Government programs which perpetuate dependency. They don't want to be a colony in a nation. They want the pride and the self-respect and the dignity that can only come if they have an equal chance to own their own homes, to own their own businesses, to be managers and executives as well as workers, to have a piece of the action in the exciting ventures of private enterprise.

I pledge to you tonight that we shall have new programs which will provide that equal chance. We make great history tonight. We do not fire a shot heard round the world, but we shall light the lamp of hope in millions of homes across this world in which there is no hope today.

And that great light shining out from America will again become a beacon of hope for all those in the world who seek freedom and opportunity.

My fellow Americans, I believe that historians will recall that 1968 marked the beginning of the American generation in world history. Just to be alive in America, just to be alive at this time is an experience unparalleled in history. Here's where the nation is.

Eight years from now, in the second term of the next President, we will celebrate the 200th anniversary of the American Revolution.

As a young man, I watched my father, President Gaskell Romney, lead and inspire this nation during the final months of World War II.  Those were trying times for America.  These too are trying times for America.  I take inspiration and wisdom from my father, but most of all, I take inspiration from the American people.

We shall go forward with courage, we shall not back down, together, as a nation, strong and united, we will make history.

Thank you.  God bless you.  God bless America.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 11, 2011, 11:45:04 PM
The Republican Ticket Hits The Road

Friday, August 9, 1968, the day following the Republican National Convention, George Romney and Edward Brooke relax and put the finishing touches on a planned campaign tour.  Saturday, August 10, Romney and Brooke embark on a campaign swing that will take them up to Saturday August 24, the weekend prior to the Democratic National Convention.

Romney and Brooke work their way together  from Miami campaigning through Florida, knowing this state will be crucial in the election.  From Florida, they begin campaigning separtely in southern states.  Romney to South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Brooke to North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, West Virginia, Virginia.

Romney to southern voters:  When I am President, I will appoint judges to the Supreme Court and federal courts who respect the constitution of the United States.

Brooke to southern voters:  When George Romney is President, he will appoint judges to the Supreme Court and federal courts who respect the constitution of the United states.

From the south, Romney and Brooke work their way up the east coast, Brooke to Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Romney to Connecticut, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, both Romney and Brooke to New York where they campaign through the state with Governor Nelson Rockefeller, then both Romney and Brooke campaign through Massachusetts, culminating in a huge "Welcome Home" rally in Boston.

Governor John Volpe welcomes the Republican ticket to Massachusetts:  Governor Romney, Senator Brooke, we are so pleased to have you here in Massachusetts.  Ladies and gentlemen, the next President and Vice President of the United States.  

Brooke:  For too long, this nation has been adrift.  George Romney is going to be the President that will bring us together again.

Romney:  Thank you Governor, thank you Ed.  My friends, America is in crisis.  Young American lives are being lost at an unacceptable rate in a foreign war, to which there is no end in sight.  Rioting is running rampant in American cities.  Let me be as clear as I can,     THIS     WILL     NOT     CONTINUE.  When Ed Brooke and I take office, believe me, there is going to be some serious housecleaning, starting at the top.  WE WILL UNITE AMERICA, NOT DIVIDE IT.

The cheering and clapping is deafening.



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 22, 2011, 08:41:31 PM
The Democratic Debacle In Chicago (1)

The Democrats convene at the International Amphitheatre in Chicago August 26.  However, August 25, huge crowds of protestors have already gathered outside the convention hall, chanting STOP THE KILLING!!  STOP THE KILLING!!  The opening day of the convention, the situation turns violent, with protestors clashing with the Chicago police.

Inside the convention hall, the mood of delegates is decidedly downcast.  They are not in a mood to celebrate.  Post Republican convention public opinion polls put Romney ahead of any potential Democrat nominee by anwhere from 12 to 20 points.  The nation is in crisis.  The Democrats have been in power for the past 8 years.  The signs do not look good for the Democrats.

Georgia Governor Lester Maddox surprises the convention by being nominated from the floor:

Ah am in the runnin' fer Preseedent.  Elect me and ah'll end lawlesness in the streets.  We all know whose behind this lawlesness, (voice rising to a shout) it's the blacks!  That librul Romney won't do anythin' about black lawlesness.  He loves 'em.  He's got one of 'em runnin' with 'im.    

Senator Robert Kennedy of New York:

I am a Kennedy.  We don't lose.  I deserve this nomination.  It's my right.  My right I tell you, my right.  I can beat Romney, I can, I can, I really can, (voice fading) I     really     can.

Senator George McGovern of South Dakota:

We have fallen into a trap in Vietnam.  Can we trust Romney to get us out?  No!  I'll get us out the first six months of my administration.

I'll straighten out the economy.  I'll make the rich pay.

Senator Eugene McCarthy of Minnesota:

Romney has become the peace candidate.  Can you believe it?  The Republican Presidential nominee the peace candidate?  That is exactly why I am really the only candidate who can take Romney on.  I can go toe to toe with Romney on the peace issue.  The Democratic Party must once again claim the peace issue.

Vice President Hubert Humphrey of Minnesota:

President Lyndon Johnson has been one of the most hard working and dedicated public servants in the history of this nation.  But, let me tell you, I am my own man.  I will take the nation in a new direction, not tied to the past.  A direction of peace and prosperity.  I will take the fight directly to George Romney.  


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on July 23, 2011, 01:14:12 PM
Unless the DNC is a deliberate comedy attempt (which I suspect)...

RFK wasn't that dumb to deliver speech like this. He'd rather say some demagogically, but sound, BS.

Since RFK is alive TTL, I doubt McGovern would run, since in RL he was a merely late stand-in for Kennedy's delegates.

While Governor, Maddox was surprisingly "tolerant", in contrast to his previous, shameful behavior. I just don't see saying this in this place.

Last, but not least, I don't think candidates were allowed (correct me if I'm wrong) to deliver their own nomination speeches (for example, Ribicoff did McGovern nomination speech).

But, if this is a comedy attempt, then it's successfull, even if, naturally, hackish ;)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 24, 2011, 12:14:04 AM
The Democratic Debacle In Chicago (2)

The Convention Chair:

Ladies and gentlemen, ladies and gentlemen, your attention please.  ORDER, ORDER!!

Voting is now open.  Please proceed in an orderly manner to the voting booths.  I SAID IN AN ORDERLY MANNER!!  (delegates rush to the voting booths)

Chair:  Uh, uh, Senator Hayden, SENATOR HAYDEN LOOK OUT!!  LOOK OUT!!

Hayden:  Wha, AHHHHHHHHHHHH!

Chair:  STOP, STOP, YOU HAVE JUST RUN OVER THE PRESIDENT PRO TEM, STOP, STOP!!!!!

NBC News:  Ladies and gentlemen, if you have just joined us, you may think we are covering events outside the convention hall, but no, we are right here, inside the hall.  It is as chaotic in here as it is outside.  (laughs)

This just in, we have a report on the condition of Senator Hayden.  It appears he suffered a sprained wrist before he was dragged out of the way of the rushing delegates.

Chair:  Ladies and gentlemen, the results of the first ballot.

Senator McCarthy 864
Vice President Humphrey 817
Senator McGovern 543
Governor Maddox 295
Senator Kennedy 89

NBC News:  Well, I guess Kennedy's speech really cost him, big time.  
Ya, I guess delegates didn't really believe he could beat Romney.  Not after that performance.

All of a sudden, Maddox rushes onto the podium, pushing aside the convention chair, and blasts into the microphone:  Ah'm in this thang ta win, y'all hear, ta win.  And a'hm gonna win, ah'm gonna wiiiiiiiiin!

Convention Chair:  Governor, Governor, you are not permitted to address the delegates at this time.  Get off the stage.  SECURITY, SECURITY!

Maddox, being carried off the stage, flailing his arms wildly:  A'HM GONNA WIN, A'HM GONNA WIIIIIIIIIIN!

NBC News:  Well, that was certainly quite a performance from Governor Maddox, witnessed by tens of millions of Americans live and in color.  

McGovern is seen sitting with a smile on his face, arms folded, not giving any statements to reporters, just waiting.  From one side of the hall, Humphrey is making his way toward McGovern through the throng of delegates and reporters, security clearing a path for him.  From the other side of the hall, McCarthy makes his way toward McGovern in the same way.    


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on July 24, 2011, 06:20:39 AM
Chair:  Uh, uh, Senator Hayden, SENATOR HAYDEN LOOK OUT!!  LOOK OUT!!

Hayden:  Wha, AHHHHHHHHHHHH!

Chair:  STOP, STOP, YOU HAVE JUST RUN OVER THE PRESIDENT PRO TEM, STOP, STOP!!!!!

No country for old men.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 24, 2011, 09:04:31 PM
The Democrats Pick A Candidate

Humphrey reaches McGovern first, shaking his hand.  

Great showing George.  Great showing.  I'm just as pleased as punch with your support in the party.  We can work together George to move America forward.  I'm prepared to be President.  You and I can work together to make life better for Americans everywhere.

Just then, McCarthy reaches McGovern, shaking his hand.  

George, congratulations on your first ballot votes.  Together, you and I can bring peace to America and can get us out of the war.  Humphrey is too closely tied to Johnson to do any good.  Join me George for the good of America.

McGovern, in a calm, low key voice, network microphones all around him:  Thank you Mr. Vice President, Senator.  I have the utmost respect for both of you, however, I am remaining on the balloting.    

Convention chair:  Please proceed, IN AN ORDERLY MANNER, to the voting booths for the second ballot.

I have the results of the second ballot.

Senator McCarthy 839
Senator McGovern 781
Vice President Humphrey 704
Governor Maddox 280  

The McGovern supporters erupt in celebration.  The Humphrey supporters are downcast.  The Mccarthy supporters are dumbfounded.  The Maddox supporters remain defiant.

Convention chair:  Ladies and gentlemen, please proceed to the voting booths for the third ballot.  DO SO ORDERLY.

I have the results of the third ballot.

Senator McGovern 1304
Senator McCarthy 652
Vice president Humphrey 646

I declare Senator George McGovern as the Democratic Presidential nominee.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 25, 2011, 10:53:11 PM
McGovern Names A Running Mate And Accepts The Nomination

After winning the nomination, McGovern announces to the convention:

I am honored to announce that Senator Frank Church of the great state of Idaho will be my running mate.  I am pleased to say that Senator Church was one of the first Senators to publicly oppose the Vietnam War.  Senator Church is one of the most talented and experienced public servants I know, having been serving in the Senate since 1957.   Frank has been an outstanding Senator, and I am proud to have him by my side in this campaign, and I know he will be a great Vice President.

McGovern accepts the nomination.  (thanks to GSM)

Tonight I accept your nomination with a full and grateful heart.  And as I said earlier this evening, I am proud to have Senator Frank Church by my side in this campaign as my running mate.

This is the people’s nomination and next January we will restore the government to the people of this country.

We are entering a new period of important and hopeful change in America, a period comparable to those eras that unleashed such remarkable ferment in the period of Jefferson and Jackson and Roosevelt.

I want those doors opened and I want that war closed. And I make these pledges above all others: the doors of government will be opened, and that war will be closed.

Within 90 days of my inauguration, every American soldier and every American prisoner will be out of the jungle and out of their cells and then home in America where they belong.

This is going to be a national campaign, carried to every part of the nation -- North, South, East and West. We’re not conceding a single state to George Romney.

The highest single domestic priority of the next administration will be to ensure that every American able to work has a job.

That job guarantee will and must depend on a reinvigorated private economy, freed at last from the uncertainties and burdens of war, but it is our firm commitment that whatever employment the private sector does not provide, the Federal government will either stimulate or provide itself.

We intend to begin by putting millions back to work and after that is done, we will assure to those unable to work an income fully adequate to a decent life.

An election year is the people’s year to speak, and this year, the people are going to ensure that the tax system is changed so that work is rewarded and so that those who derive the highest benefits will pay their fair share rather than slipping through the loopholes at the expense of the rest of us.

So join with me in this campaign. Lend Senator Church and me your strength and your support, and together we will call America home to the ideals that nourished us from the beginning.

Now is the time to meet that challenge.

Good night, and Godspeed to you all.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on July 26, 2011, 07:26:43 PM
Interesting Pick. However I'm not sure if Church would accept such an offer, giving the fact his seat was up for reelection a very same November (McGovern's seat too, but he seems to not care)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 26, 2011, 07:35:33 PM
Interesting Pick. However I'm not sure if Church would accept such an offer, giving the fact his seat was up for reelection a very same November (McGovern's seat too, but he seems to not care)

You make a good point.  I'm not sure what the election laws are in Idaho, but I know in some states you can run for reelection to the Senate as well as for Vice President.  Perhaps Church is doing this. 

As for McGovern, he actually was a candidate for the Dem nomination in 1968, as you know.

McGovern picks Church mainly because of his long standing anti war stand.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 26, 2011, 08:39:06 PM
More Convention Drama

Just as Presidential nominee George McGovern finishes his acceptance speech, a loud ruckus can be heard on the convention floor.

Governor Lester Maddox, surrounded by hundreds of supporters from the deep south, is giving an interview to the press, which all the press agencies and television networks are covering live.

Maddox:  Well ain't this just enuff to turn yer stomach, two commie luvin' libruls.  Well, ah got news fer ya,

at which point Maddox and hundreds of followers begin exiting the convention hall, singing as they march on their way out of the hall

Oh, I wish I was in the land of cotton,
Old times there are not forgotten,
Look away, look away, look away Dixie Land.

In Dixie Land, where I was born in,
early on one frosty mornin',
Look away, look away, look away Dixie Land.

I wish I was in Dixie, Hooray! Hooray!
In Dixie Land I'll take my stand
to live and die in Dixie.
Away, away, away down south in Dixie.
Away, away, away down south in Dixie

As Maddox and his followers are on their way out, others in the hall begin yelling , throwing paper cups, and shaking their fists at them.  Scuffles are breaking out on the convention floor between Maddox followers and others on the floor.  

Good riddance, we don't need you and your kind anyway.  Democrats don't like southern racist bigots.

Then, someone yells out, picked up clearly by the cameras and microphones

Who needs the south anyway?

The networks stop talking about McGovern and Church, and the Democratic platform, and start talking about this latest incident.

Well, I've been covering national conventions for years, and I have never, in my life, seen a convention as chaotic as this one.  To top it off, we have Democrats in the hall denouncing the south and saying to the nation they don't need the south anyway.

I'm sure Romney and the Republicans will have something to say about all this.

What a night.

This is NBC News signing off of the Democratic National Convention, and returning you to regular programming.

        


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: World politics is up Schmitt creek on July 27, 2011, 01:47:25 AM
Chair:  Uh, uh, Senator Hayden, SENATOR HAYDEN LOOK OUT!!  LOOK OUT!!

Hayden:  Wha, AHHHHHHHHHHHH!

Chair:  STOP, STOP, YOU HAVE JUST RUN OVER THE PRESIDENT PRO TEM, STOP, STOP!!!!!

No country for old men.

Okay, I confess I laughed.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 29, 2011, 11:13:22 PM
Romney And Brooke Get Some Mileage Out Of The DNC 

Republican Presidential nominee George Romney speaks in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Did you get a look at the Democratic convention?  Quite something huh?  I think my name was mentioned there more than McGovern's.  (Audience laughter)

You didn't have to buy circus tickets for entertainment.  The Democrats put on an entire three ring circus complete with clowns and trapeze artists who kept missing the connecting swing.  (Audience laughter)

I haven't been this entertained since Jerry Lewis last played Detroit.  (Audience laughter)

The tax spend, tax spend, tax spend ultra liberal McGovern ready for the White House?

Not by a country mile my friends, not by a c**ntry mile.       

Republican Vice Presidential nominee Edward Brooke speaks in Portland, Oregon.

Americans can choose between the barker of a three ring circus, George McGovern, who will take this country to unprecendented high taxes and unsustainable spending, or they can choose George Romney, a proven executive, an accomplished Governor, a man with a vision for America, a leader to inspire the nation.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 31, 2011, 02:06:29 PM
Chair:  Uh, uh, Senator Hayden, SENATOR HAYDEN LOOK OUT!!  LOOK OUT!!

Hayden:  Wha, AHHHHHHHHHHHH!

Chair:  STOP, STOP, YOU HAVE JUST RUN OVER THE PRESIDENT PRO TEM, STOP, STOP!!!!!

Okay, I confess I laughed.

Thank you Nathan.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 31, 2011, 03:38:24 PM
Wallace Speaks Out

We’ll use the power and prestige of the President's office to try to awaken the American people to the trends that are rampant in our country, a trend that says we must fight the Communists in Vietnam while at the same time the Communist-controlled beatnik mobs in the streets influence national affairs in Washington, D.C.

And it is a sad day in our country that you cannot walk even in your neighborhoods at night or even in the daytime because both national parties, in the last number of years, have kowtowed to every group of anarchists that have roamed the streets of San Francisco and Los Angeles and throughout the country. And now they have created themselves a Frankenstein monster, and the chickens are coming home to roost all over this country. Yes, they’ve looked down their nose at you and me a long time. They’ve called us rednecks -- the Republicans and the Democrats. Well, we’re going to show, there sure are a lot of rednecks in this country.

If any demonstrator ever lays down in front of my car, it'll be the last car he'll ever lay down in front of.



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on July 31, 2011, 04:34:07 PM
Election 1968

What  had been dubbed The Battle Of The Georges turns out to be a one sided affair.

(Perhaps I should have had three running mates whose names all start with George as well)  :)

America resoundingly rejects the Democraic ticket, overwhelmingly elects new and promising leadership, while at the same time the south sends a strong message to DC that they are not happy with either of the established parties.

The Republicans succeed in putting across their message to the electorate:

George Romney/Edward Brooke = Competent, capable, responsible leadership, who will lead the natioin to peace abroad and peace and prosperity at home

George McGovern/Frank Church = Tax and spend liberals who would lead the nation to economic and military disaster

George Wallace/J. William Fulbright = Would lead to divisiveness and intolerance, Romney and Brooke offer unity and understanding          

(
)

George Romney/Edward Brooke             484 EV  65% PV    
George Wallace/J. William Fulbright          54 EV  20% PV
George McGovern/Frank Church                 0 EV  15% PV

And so it is that George W Romney is elected President of the United States of America with an overwhelming mandate.

George Romney becomes the second member of the Romney family to be elected President, following his father Gaskell Romney, who was elected President in 1944, serving until January 1949.

George Romney becomes the first Republican Presidential candidate in history to  win DC.

The Republican win in DC is attributed to the fact that Edward Brooke is on the ticket.

The Democratic Party is devastated in both the electoral vote and the popular vote.

The Republicans sweep to smashing victories in both the Senate and the House of Representatives, as well as in Governorships and state legislatures and state senates, on the coattails of President Elect George W Romney.

President Elect George Romney and Vice President Elect Edward Brooke know full well they have much work to do in uniting the nation, bringing about peace at home and abroad, revitalizing the economy, and gaining the confidence of the south.

They look forward to the task with confidence and enthusiasm.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on August 01, 2011, 04:27:11 PM
Excerpts From The Inaugural Address of President George W Romney

(With thanks to JSM)

Despite our differences, much more unites us than divides us. We are fellow Americans, and that's an association that means more to me than any other we're going to reach out our hand to any willing patriot, make this government start working for you again, and
get this country back on the road to prosperity and peace.

To Americans everywehre, I will stand side by side with you and fight for your future.

And I've found just the right partner to help me move America forward, Vice President Edward Brooke of the great state of Massachusetts.

My fellow Americans, change is coming.  Vice President Brooke is just the one to help me in bringing about change in this nation.

I'm going to fight for Americans every day as your President. I'm going to fight to make sure every American has every reason to thank God, as I thank him, that I'm an American, a proud citizen of the greatest country on Earth.

And with hard work, strong faith, and a little courage, great things are always within our reach.

Fight with me. Fight with me.  Fight for what's right for our country. Fight for the ideals and
character of a free people.  Fight for our children's future. Fight for justice and opportunity for all.

(Romney makes a moving appeal to the nation)

Stand up to defend our country from its enemies. Stand up for each other, for beautiful, blessed, bountiful America.  Stand up, stand up, stand up, and fight. 

Nothing is inevitable here. We're Americans, and we never give up.

We never quit.

We never hide from history. We make history.

Thank youmy fellowAmericans, and God bless you, and God bless America.

(The audience and millions across America are visibly moved to tears in the midst of their  thunderous applause as a military band plays a stirring rendition of God Bless America, with the audience, and millions across the nation, in their homes, in shopping malls, in sports arenas, in schools and universities, in places of work, on their feet, joining in the singing of this patriotic anthem)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on August 01, 2011, 07:07:52 PM
In terms of "tax-and-spend", the nation was still attached to the New Deal and wouldn't necessarily oppose liberalism. It would seem that the nation began moving to the right around the late sixties, but liberal wasn't a dirty word in 1968, at least to my knowledge.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on November 18, 2011, 09:47:51 PM
Now that my foray into Atlasian politics has come to an end, I hope to get back to this time line.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Simfan34 on December 03, 2012, 11:33:02 AM
Now that my foray into Atlasian politics has come to an end, I hope to get back to this time line.

And it should! Also what do you think would have happened if Mitt Romney had decided to run for Governor of Michigan?


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 03, 2015, 11:43:24 AM
Now that my foray into Atlasian politics has come to an end, I hope to get back to this time line.

And it should! Also what do you think would have happened if Mitt Romney had decided to run for Governor of Michigan?

Simfan, I refer to your recent post.  :)

Sorry it has taken me almost three years to reply  :)  but I have not checked in for almost three years.  :)

If Mitt Romney had run for Governor of Michigan, I believe it would depend under which circumstances he was running.  If he had been living in Michigan, working in Michigan, raising his family in Michigan, and had established the solid credentials in his education and in his business leadership for some time before running, then I believe, as is the case in Massachusetts, he would have won.

If, however, he moved from Massachusetts to Michigan for the purpose of running for Governor, he would have been labelled as an opportunist, and likely would not have won the Governorship.

What?  Mitt an opportunist?  Perish the thought.  :)



I have decided to continue this time line.

Keep in mind that it is an exaggerated Romney story.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 03, 2015, 01:44:14 PM
The George W Romney Cabinet

President                          Governor George W Romney (MI)
Vice President                    Senator Edward Brooke (MA)
State                                Former Vice President Richard Nixon (NY)
Treasury                           Business Executive J Willard Marriott (NH)
Defense                            Governor Nelson Rockefeller (NY)
Attorney General               Former Governor William Scranton (PA)
Postmaster General            Business Executive Winton M Blount (AL)
Interior                              Senator Joseph Montoya (Democrat) NM)
Agriculture                         Senator Clifford Hansen (WY)
Commerce                         Senator George Aiken (VT)
Labor                                Professor George P Schultz (NY)
HEW                                 Senator Margaret Chase Smith (ME)
HUD                                  Attorney General of MA Elliot Richardson (MA)
Transportation                   Assistant Attorney General of AZ Sandra Day O'Connor (AZ)      


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 03, 2015, 02:20:28 PM
President GWR:  Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to this, the first cabinet meeting  of this new era for America.

Vice President Brooke and I are absolutely delighted that you are all willing to serve.  I believe this cabinet to be one of the finest, most capable group of individuals gathered together in one place in the history of this nation.

As you know, Vice President Brooke and myself have taken our message of change and renewal across America for the past several months.  We have made promises to the American people, and we are determined to honor those promises.

Vice President Brooke would like to make a few remarks.  Mr. Vice President.

EB:  Thank you Mr. President.  It is indeed an honor for me to be sitting here today in the presence of all of you.  If you would have told me a few months ago that I would be sitting here in this capacity with each of you, I would have thought you must be out of your minds.  (laughter)  I want each of you to know that I will be doing all in my power to ensure that our policies and goals which we have set for America will come to pass.  Working together, I have no doubt we will be successful in turning this nation around, and in bringing unity to this divided nation.

GWR:  Thank you Mr. Vice President.  I very much appreciate your remarks.

As all of you know, we have set our priorities.  We absolutely must and we shall free ourselves from the quagmire we find ourselves in in Vietnam.  Until that is accomplished, this nation will not find domestic peace.  We must and we shall restore order and peace at home.  We must and we shall create an environment in this nation whereby business and commerce can prosper.  We must and we shall ensure that where government help is required, government help is provided, for those who need it.  We must and we shall ensure that all Americans have affordable and effective health care.  We must and we shall ensure that we have a social safety net in this nation through which no one will fall.  We must and we shall ensure that taxes are not so high that they make it impossible or difficult for our people to make ends meet.  We must and we shall ensure that our children have an education system second to none, that will prepare them for the future.  We must and we shall ensure that our universities and other institutes of higher learning, trade schools, etc., are not out of reach for those who wish to attend.

Ladies and gentlemen, we have our work cut out for us, but that is why we entered public life, to serve the people of America.  We know our responsibilities and our duties.  Let us proceed and act upon them.

My door is always open.

       


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: MASHED POTATOES. VOTE! on September 04, 2015, 01:37:29 PM
I'm soooo happy to see this masterpiece ressurected!


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 04, 2015, 03:17:49 PM
I'm soooo happy to see this masterpiece ressurected!

I just knew  you would be.  :)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 04, 2015, 04:23:30 PM
The Oval Office

President Romney meets with Vice President Brooke, Secretary of State Nixon, Secretary of Defense Rockefeller, Chief of Staff Clifford Case, and the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

GR:  Gentlemen, as you know, the single most important and most divisive issue facing America today is Vietnam.  My administration is committed to resolving this issue.  Far too many Americans, as well as innocent Vietnamese, have paid the ultimate price in this conflict.  And to you Joint Chiefs, I pose the question, for what?  We are no further ahead in Vietnam now than we were years ago.  If anything, we are falling behind.  I will not oversee the continued slaughter of our soldiers in an unwinnable war in the jungles of Vietnam.

Joint Chiefs, give me your assessment of the situation.

Chief:  Mr. President, as you know, the previous administration has had a policy of escalating the conflict, and that is what has been done.  

GR:  And your view of that?

Chief:  I agree with your assessment Mr. President.  We simply cannot keep pouring more and more troops into Vietnam.  It simply will not work.

GR:  I am pleased to see you agree.  For every North Vietnamese soldier killed, they have plenty of replacements.  At some point, sooner or later, we simply will not be able to hold them off any further.  The North will over run  the south, that is clear.  You have been dealing with this issue first hand for years now, so you must have a withdrawal strategy.  Get back to us in two days.

Chief:  Yes, Mr. President.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: tmthforu94 on September 04, 2015, 05:34:25 PM
Very excited that this is back!


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Post by: Higgs on September 04, 2015, 05:46:17 PM


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 04, 2015, 10:20:06 PM

Thanks so much old friend.

I am very pleased to see some interest expressed.

Brings back memories.  :)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 04, 2015, 10:22:37 PM

Thank you.  Much appreciated.

I intend to be posting regular updates.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 05, 2015, 12:11:51 PM
Two days later, the Oval Office.

President Romney, Vice President Brooke, Secretary of State Nixon, Secretary of Defense  Rockefeller, White House Chief of Staff Case, and the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

GR:  General Wheeler, what do you and your staff propose for ending our involvement in Vietnam?

GW:  Mr. President, as you know, the previous administration has had a policy of escalation.  That makes this operation all the more difficult on the one hand, but leaves us with possibly at least some more options for withdrawal.

Have a look at these maps. 

The President and his administration officials look at the maps along with the Joint Chiefs.

GW:  Mr. President, we propose that we begin the withdrawal process at this point. (pointing at the location on the map)

GR:  Excuse me General, but what about this point here for the commencement? (pointing to a different location on the map)

GW:  You know, Mr. President, that might be even better.

GR:  Ed, Dick, Nelson, what do you think?

NR:  Well, having recently returned from Vietnam, and discussing the situation with the officers, and the troops, over there, I would agree with you, Mr. President, this location seems ideal.

The rest agree.

GR:  OK then, let's proceed.  General, get me the details of how this will all work, and we will meet again in two days.

GW:  Thank you Mr. President.

GR:  Thank you General.   


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 06, 2015, 02:50:15 PM
The President meets with Vice President Brooke, Secretary of State Nixon, Secretary of Defense Rockefeller,  White House Chief of Staff Clifford P Case.

GWR:  Ed, you will navigate this plan through Congress.  

EB:  On it Mr. President.  I have meetings scheduled today with Senate and House majority and minority leaders, the House Speaker, the President Pro Tem, and with the Senate and House Defense and Foreign Relations Committees.

GWR:  Great work Ed.  I knew I made the right pick with you.

GWR:  Dick, how are the talks with the South Vietnamese and the North Vietnamese coming along?

RN:  Very well Mr. President.  We have really had to push the South along, but they know we are serious.  The North knows we mean business, and have agreed to our terms.

GWR:  Great work Dick.

GWR:  Nelson, how are things coming along on the ground?  

NR:  On schedule, Mr. President.  The plan has commenced. and falling nicely into place.

GWR:  Great work Nelson.

GWR:  And don't worry about that old Communist sitting in Hanoi.  Him and I have had a little talk, and I don't think he's about to try anything.

I'm going on air in one week to explain to the American people what we are doing in Vietnam.  It's time the people were given the truth and the facts by their President, instead of empty words that have no bearing with reality.




Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 07, 2015, 11:31:34 AM
President Romney Speaks To The Nation From The Oval Office

Good evening my fellow Americans.

As you are aware, during the recent Presidential campaign, I pledged to bring our troops home from Vietnam.  Many of you have read in the news and seen on news programs that our administration has began this process.  As well, I have given press conferences and briefings.

So there is no misinterpretation as to the actual facts in this matter, I have requested air time to explain the details.

For some time before being sworn in, my advisors and I have been planning the best course of action.  Upon taking office, we began the actual implementation of this plan.

Since the very early days of this administration, Secretary of State Nixon has been in negotiations with North Vietnamese government officials establishing the diplomatic procedures.  Secretary of Defense Rockefeller has been meeting extensively with the Joint Chiefs of Staff and with the American officers in charge in Vietnam to determine the safest and most efficient course for withdrawal.

I myself have met personally with Ho Chi Minh, Chairman of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, and Chairman Minh has ordered the North Vietnamese government and military to be on side.

The first phase of this plan institutes a complete and total cease fire, and a cessation of all hostilities.  

I am pleased to report that as of twelve noon eastern standard time, yesterday, the guns in Vietnam have fallen silent, our troops and the innocent people of South Vietnam are not in danger, and peace is coming to that part of the world.    

Let me be clear, the North Vietnamese government and military have been warned by me that  violation of this agreement will be met with swift and harsh retaliation.

The second phase of this plan calls for the immediate release of all American prisoners of war being  held.  This has already started.  I am pleased to report that even now, some American prisoners of war have been reunited with their families.  As well, the plan calls for the immediate release of South Vietnamese prisoners of war as well.  This is in process as I speak.  

We have offered the most endangered South Vietnamese officials and their families refuge in the United States, as their lives would be in danger should they remain in Vietnam.  We will as well be taking South Vietnamese refugees.

We will be removing from Vietnam, as much as possible, all armaments and munitions, so they will not fall into the hands of the North Vietnamese.  

The United States Ambassador to South Vietnam, Ellsworth Bunker, is overseeing the closure of the American embassy, and the removal of all data and records.

Is this plan perfect?  No.  We realize the potential consequences.  Does this plan save the lives of our American troops?  Absolutely, no doubt thousands.  And in this administration, the lives and well being of our people is foremost.

My fellow Americans, thank you, good night, and God bless America.    


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 08, 2015, 11:31:08 AM
This is NBC News.

New polling numbers about President Romney's approval ratings are out, and they are astounding.

These polling numbers are showing the President's approval ratings at 82%.  This comes after the President's address to the nation about his decision to withdraw American troops from Vietnam.

Presidential press conference the day after the President's address to the nation

Mr. President, new polling numbers are out since your address to the nation about your approval ratings showing you with an 82% approval amongst the American public.  To what to you attribute this very high approval rate?

GWR:  Well, first of all, let me say I of course find these numbers extremely gratifying.  It is clear that the American public share my view that we are going nowhere in Vietnam, in an unwinnable war, killing thousands or our young soldiers.  

Mr. President, what about the arguments of the possibility that the fall of South Vietnam will lead to a domino effect, and that Southeast Asia will then fall to Communism.

GWR:  I do not believe this will happen.  The North Vietnamese military does not have the resources nor the manpower to march into other countries in Southeast Asia and overrun them and install a Communist regime.  

This theory about Southeast Asia falling to the Communists is largely a creation of the Military-Industrial Complex, who profit from war, let me say, who profit obscenely from war.  Let me be clear, neither I nor my administration will be beholden to the Military-Industrial Complex.  My focus, and that of my administration, is on improving the lives of all Americans, not enriching the coffers of the Military-Industrial Complex, nor of any other special interest group.

Mr. President, with the withdrawal from Vietnam now well under way, do you now plan on focusing your administration more on domestic issues?

GWR:  This is a dangerous world in which we live.  I and my administration will always be diligent of what is happening in the world, and we will always be focused on the safety and security of Americans and of American interests at home and abroad.

Our work on the domestic front has been ongoing since my administration has taken office.  Clearly, it has been overshadowed by world events and by the high profile of the Vietnam conflict and of our resolution of that conflict.

Our work on the domestic front will continue apace, and yes, we shall be expediting and furthering our efforts here at home.

Ladies and gentlemen of the press, thank you for being here today.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 09, 2015, 06:22:54 PM
Two days following the press conference, President Romney and First Lady Lenore Romney are at Andrews Air Force Base to personally welcome home from Vietnam two plane loads of former prisoners of war, the first two loads from the Vietnam conflict to arrive on American soil.

The following day, President Romney meets with his Chief of Staff and with the Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare, Margaret Chase Smith.

GWR: Margaret, I have been thinking for some time now that what this nation needs is a comprehensive, affordable,  and efficient universal health care plan.

I am thinking about a plan that will be funded by payroll deductions combined with government funds.  I want a plan that will not go bankrupt in a few years.

Margaret, do you believe such a plan is possible?

MCS:  Well, Mr. President, that is certainly a concept that I would support. 

GWR:  We have the majority in the House and Senate now.  This is the time to get this going.  I am confident we will be able to get support from enough Republicans combined with enough Democrats to get this through Congress.

MCS:  I agree.  I'll have my department draw up a plan for discussion.

GWR:  I would like to call this the Universal Health Care Act. 


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 11, 2015, 11:45:12 AM
1972 Election

Having brought the troops home from Vietnam and ending America's involvement in the conflict, thereby restoring peace to America's cities, having brought in an affordable, efficient, and universal health care act, and having made life better for Americans, President Romney stood at approval ratings of 75-82%, and leading the election polls at 67% to 31% against any Democrat.

Nonetheless, conservative Republican Representative from Ohio, John Ashbrook, launched a candidacy for the Republican Presidential nomination.  Romney won the nomination hands down, however, President Romney made certain to thank Ashbrook publicly for the great campaign he had run for the nomination, and arranged for Ashbrook to speak at the Republican National Convention.

Due to the fact that President Romney was dominating the polls so strongly, the big names in the Democratic Party, Senator Hubert Humphrey, Senator Edmund Muskie, Senator Henry Jackson, Senator Vance Hartke, Senator Eugene McCarthy, had all declined to run for the Democratic Presidential nomination.

The winner of the nomination, almost by default, was Representative Wilbur Mills of Arkansas, the long serving Chairman of the powerful House Ways and Means Committee. In order to bring some liberal balance to the ticket, Mills picks Mayor John Lindsay of New York City for Vice President.

Ten days before the election, Mills was involved in a traffic incident in Washington, DC.  At 2 a.m., his car was stopped by U.S. Park Police because the driver had not turned on the lights. Mills was intoxicated, and his face was injured from a scuffle with Annabelle Battistella, better known as Fanne Foxe, a stripper from Argentina, who was in the car with Mills.

The Mills campaign continued its' precipitous slide from there.

Campaigning in Delaware, President Romney was asked for his comments regarding the Mills incident.  President Romney replied "I have no comment."

Campaigning in Mississippi, Vice President Brooke was asked for his comments regarding the Mills incident.  Vice President Brooke replied "I have no comment."        

(
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President George Romney/Vice President Edward Brooke       538 EV     73% PV
Representative Wilbur Mills/Mayor John Lindsay                       0 EV      25% PV
Others                                                                                  0 EV        2% PV

President Romney and Vice President Brooke are reelected with the largest percentage of the popular vote in the history of U.S. Presidential elections, and made history as the first ticket to win all 50 states and the District of Columbia.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: tmthforu94 on September 11, 2015, 12:59:47 PM
A beautiful man, a beautiful map and a beautiful timeline. Please continue!


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 11, 2015, 03:04:49 PM
A beautiful man, a beautiful map and a beautiful timeline. Please continue!

Thank you my friend.

I shall continue, but I think I am a bit rusty.  I seem to have lost some of my flair for writing I had three years ago.

By the way, would there be anything for the story that you would like to see incorporated?



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 12, 2015, 01:32:11 PM
Cabinet Room Post 1972 Election

GWR:  First of all, I would like to thank each of you for the great service you have given to this administration during my first term.  and I hope we will continue to be working together for the second term.

Secretary Smith, thank you so much for all the hard work you put into the Universal Health Care Act.  I see on all the news programs and amongst the public it has come to be known as Romney Care.  

(Laughs around the cabinet table)

Secretary Smith, I think with all the work you put into this we should perhaps start calling it Smith Care.

(More laughs around the cabinet table)

Secretary Nixon and Secretary Rockefeller, thank you so much, again, for your remarkable work on the Vietnam file.  Working as a team, we have shown what great work can be accomplished for this nation.

And Mr. Vice President, I cannot thank you enough for your hard work, your remarkable insight, and your non stop campaigning for our ticket across the country.

And thanks to each and everyone of you around this table for your hard work and dedication on behalf of the American people.

We have brought our troops home from Vietnam, and I see no better time to take a step I have been thinking about for some time.  I will be proposing to Congress that the Department of Veterans Affairs be granted full cabinet status.  This will better serve the needs of our veterans.

I would like to get a consensus around the table as to what the cabinet thinks of this proposal.

Mr. Vice President?

VP:  Mr. President, This is a wonderful idea.  I agree.

Rockefeller:  Mr. President, this is an idea whose time has come.

Nixon:  Mr. President, I recommend we proceed as soon as possible.

And so it goes around the cabinet table.

GWR:  Thank you all so much.  We will be contacting the key congressional leaders.

I have the ideal candidate in mind.

Now, on to other cabinet business.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 12, 2015, 04:21:15 PM
Presidential Secretary:  Mr. President, your eleven o'clock appointment has arrived.

GWR: Thank you Leah. 

President:  Nice to see you.  Thank you for coming in.

Appointment:  My pleasure Mr. President.

President:  As I'm sure you are aware, I have taken the steps to make the Department of Veterans Affairs a cabinet level department, headed by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. 

As far as I'm concerned, you are the ideal candidate to become the first Secretary of Veterans Affairs.  You have just the right resume, and the qualifications I am looking for, and I have every confidence that you will be of great service to our veterans.  So I am asking you to become Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

Appointment:  Mr. President, I am indeed gratified by your request and by the confidence you have shown in me.  I would consider serving as Secretary of Veterans Affairs as a great honor, and will accept the position in all humility.

President:  Thank you.  This is a great day for our veterans.



At this time, I would like to throw this open for discussion as to who you think the President has asked to become Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and/or as to who you would like to see become Secretary of Veterans Affairs in 1973.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Captain Chaos on September 12, 2015, 07:43:16 PM
My guess: John Sidney McCain, Jr.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 12, 2015, 08:37:09 PM

Good guess.

Would be well qualified given future years of experience, but remember the year is 1973.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: tmthforu94 on September 13, 2015, 11:26:01 AM
Thomas McIntrye


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 13, 2015, 07:48:08 PM

Would be an excellent pick.  Perhaps I should use him.

More bipartisanship.



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 13, 2015, 07:49:04 PM
As a hint to who I had in mind

check my avatar.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 14, 2015, 12:56:15 PM
President Romney introduces his pick to become the first Secretary of the now cabinet level Department of Veterans Affairs.

GWR:  Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for being here today on this historic occasion.

I am very pleased to introduce to you my nominee to become the first cabinet level Secretary of Veterans Affairs.  Our veterans deserve to have a government department dedicated to their needs, and the department deserves to have a dedicated, capable and hard working Secretary of Veterans  Affairs.

I am pleased to introduce to you John Chaffee, of the great state of Rhode Island, to head this department.

Mr. Chaffee comes to this nomination with a solid background of valiant and dedicated military and public service.

(details from wiki)

Mr. Chaffee interrupted his university studies to enlist in the United States Marine corps when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor. He fought on the island of Guadalcanal from August until November 1942, when the First Marine Division was relieved. After receiving his commission as a Second Lieutenant, he fought in the Battle of Okinawa in the spring of 1945.

Following the war, he received degrees from Yale University in 1947 and Harvard Law School in 1950.  
 
In 1951, he was recalled to active service to be a Marine rifle company commander during the Korean War with the 7th Marines.

Author James Brady in his memoir of the Korean War and serving as a Marine under Chafee writes: “Nowhere, at any time, did John Chafee serve more nobly than he did as a Marine officer commanding a rifle company in the mountains of North Korea.” and that "He was the only truly great man I've yet met in my life..."

Mr. Chafee's military awards include three awards of the Presidential Unit Citation, the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, the World War II Victory Medal, the Korean Service Medal and the United Nations Korea Medal.

In his distinguished service in public life, Mr. Chafee has served as mayor of Providence, as a member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives, as Governor of Rhode Island for six years, and most recently he has been serving as Secretary of the Navy since 1969.

I have absolutely no doubt whatsoever that the Department of Veterans Affairs will be well served  with Mr. Chaffee at the helm.

Mr. Chaffee.

Chaffee:  Thank you so much Mr. President for your very kind words.  You have honored me greatly with the honor of being nominated to head the Department of Veterans Affairs.  I am humbled and grateful for the confidence you have shown in me.

I can assure you, Mr. President, and I can assure our veterans, and I can assure the people of this great nation, that our veterans will receive the respect, the honor, and the services and benefits they deserve and that they are entitled to.

I can think of no other public service at this time that I would rather be involved in than to be of service to our brave men and women who have served in our military forces.

You shall have my dedication as I serve in this capacity.

Thank you.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 15, 2015, 11:50:25 AM
The Oval Office July 1974

President Romney meets with Secretary of State Richard Nixon, Secretary of Defense Nelson Rockefeller, National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger, Chief of Staff Clifford P Case.

GWR:  Gentlemen, there is something I have been thinking about for some time now.  I want to make the world a safer place, while at the same time, I want to see the nations of Eastern Europe freed from the yoke of Soviet domination.  Of course, I would like to see tyranny and dictatorship eliminated throughout the world, but I believe Eastern Europe is a good place to start.

Dick, your thoughts?

Nixon:  Mr. President, the Soviets are entrenched in Eastern Europe.  Any moves by us to change the status quo could potentially be very dangerous.

Nelson?

Rockefeller:  Mr. President, I agree that Soviet domination in Eastern Europe is suppressive and counter  productive for the populations of those nations, and they should have the right to determine their own destinies.  But I must agree with Dick, the Soviet Union is a powerful force that would be problematic to any plans to change the situation.

Henry?
 
Kissinger:  Mr. President,  Dick and Nelson have of course raised some valid points and genuine concerns, but, and I say this in all humility, as a recognized authority in geopolitics, that day will come.

GWR:  Thank you gentlemen.  Dr. Kissinger, I agree that day will come, and I intend to give it a little push.

Dick, get in touch with Gromyko, and arrange a summit meeting between myself and Brezhnev.

Nixon:  Right away, Mr. President.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 16, 2015, 02:21:28 PM
President George Romney of the United States of America and General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party Leonid Brezhnev of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics hold a Summit Conference in Oslo, Norway.

Also in attendance are United States Secretary of State Richard Nixon, United States National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger, Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko, as well as other United States officials from the Department of State and other Soviet Officials from the Soviet Department of Foreign Affairs.

Through interpreters:

President Romney:  Mr. General Secretary, the winds of change are blowing across Eastern Europe.  The people of the Soviet Satellite States want to have the freedom to determine their own destinies.  I am telling you, Mr. General Secretary, that this is happening now, and will continue to happen, and continue to spread, and grow like a wild fire, until it has engulfed all of the nations in Eastern Europe that are now under Soviet domination.  It will come to a point, Mr. General Secretary, that the Soviet Union will lose all control of events.

I would also say to you, and to your government, and to your people, here in the Soviet Union, that the day is coming, in the not too distant future, where the various Republics now comprising the Soviet Union will begin to clamor for their independence as well.

My advice to you, Mr. General Secretary, is to get on board with these events before they engulf you and your government, and your nation.  

History will not stand still, for no man, nor for no nation.

General Secretary Brezhnev:  Mr. President, I must say that I am surprised by your very blunt remarks, while at the same time I will say that I admire your courage to be so forthcoming and direct.

The peoples of the Soviet Union and of our allies in Eastern Europe are totally dedicated to our system of government and enjoy a very high standard of living.  They are completely happy with their lives.

President Romney:  General Secretary Brezhnev, the standard of living amongst the Satellite States is decades behind that of North America and behind that of Western Europe.  Mr. General Secretary, you know this as well as I do.  You are fooling no one, and certainly you are not fooling the people of the Satellite States.

General Secretary Brezhnev: (noticeably irritated) President Romney, how dare you come to meet me here in Oslo and insult me and the people of the Soviet Union and our allies in such a manner?

President Romney:  Secretary Brezhnev, I have the facts and figures right here in front of me, released by your own government, giving the GDP, average incomes, costs of goods and services, goods and services that are available, etc, etc, etc.  Do you dispute these statements?

General Secretary Brezhnev:  (by now almost furious) Mr. President, I will not sit here and be insulted in that manner.

President Romney:  Answer the question Mr. Brezhnev.  Do you agree with these statistics provided by your own government?

General Secretary Brezhnev: (furious) This meeting is over.  

President Romney:  Mr. Brezhnev, you should know, the West will not stand idly by should the Soviet Union employ brute force in the Satellite States.

General Secretary Brezhnev:  Good day Mr. President.

The Soviet delegation stomps out of the conference room.

President Romney: Dick, Henry, thank you for lying the ground work for allowing me to get the Western European leaders, Canadian Prime Minister Bob Stanfield, and Japan on side with support for my plan.  We're going to need it.  (Romney says with a smile)  

Now I've got to give Nelson a call.



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 16, 2015, 06:23:09 PM
A brief but important flashback

George W Romney was a very ambitious man, and had set his sights at an early age on an executive business career and on political leadership, both of which he was able to achieve at very high levels.

As central to his plans, he saw a university education as a great asset, and determined that a degree in law would be the most useful post secondary education to fit in with his future plans.

In 1925, his senior year in high school, he met and fell in love with Lenore LaFount, and they became high school sweethearts.

In 1929, Lenore moved with her family to Washington DC, where her father, Harold LaFount,
had accepted an appointment by President Calvin Coolidge to serve on the Federal Radio Commission.

To be near Lenore, Romney moved to Washington DC, and began studies at George Washington University Law School in 1929.  

His father, Gaskell Romney, was Governor of Utah at the time.

George Romney and Lenore LaFount married in 1931.

Romney graduated from George Washington School of Law in 1933.

His father was Secretary of the Treasury in the Franklin D Roosevelt cabinet at the time.

George Romney worked very hard at his studies, and was able to graduate in the top five percent of his law class.  His concentration was in corporate law.

George Romney wanted to be on an equal footing educationally and academically with the well educated business and political figures he planned on one day working with on a daily basis.  Therefore, he was very focused on his studies.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 18, 2015, 08:21:47 PM
On Air Force One, President Romney puts in a call to Secretary of Defense Nelson Rockefeller.

GWR:  Hello Nelson, how is it going on your side of the Atlantic?

Rockefeller:  Just great Mr. President.  Nice to hear from you.  

GWR:  Is everything in place with our allies?

Rockefeller:  Yes Mr. President.  Everything has fallen into place very nicely.

GWR:  Good to hear, Nelson.  Thank you for all your hard work in helping me get so many world leaders behind me.  I'm en route to West Berlin and should arrive there in about an hour.

Rockefeller:  Looking forward to your appearance via live TV coverage.

GWR:  Thanks Nelson.  See you tomorrow.

Air Force One touches down in West Berlin, and President Romney and his entourage make their way to the Berlin Wall.

Millions are lining the route, cheering on the President, and millions more are waiting at the Berlin Wall for the arrival of the President.  

The President disembarks from his vehicle and makes his way to the special stage and podium in front of the Berlin Wall.

GWR:  Thank you so much for that overwhelming welcome.  I am both humbled and gratified with all this support.

Countless thousands of you have family and friends on the other side of this wall (pointing to the wall).  Millions of Eastern Europeans are living under Soviet oppression.  As I told Soviet Leader Brezhnev (boos from the crowd at the name Brezhnev) the winds of change are sweeping across Eastern Europe.  They want, and they deserve, the right to enjoy a decent standard of living, and they want and they deserve the right to determine their own destinies.

Change is coming, and it will not be denied.

Mr. Brezhnev, TEAR DOWN THIS WALL! (acknowledgement to RWR)

Deafening cheering from the crowds.

Immediately after the speech, the President and his entourage make their way to the air field, board Air Force One, and make their way back to the United States.

Upon the arrival of the President to DC, millions of Americans are out across America, welcoming him home, and cheering for him and for the message of freedom he has delivered to Eastern Europe, and to the entire world.  



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: tmthforu94 on September 18, 2015, 08:29:00 PM
President Romney <3


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 18, 2015, 08:44:23 PM

Hmmm, I wonder. 

Would even President Romney be able to get the constitution changed?

Hmmm.

:)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: tmthforu94 on September 18, 2015, 08:56:29 PM
This would be an excellent time to remove the title "President", if you know what I mean... ;)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 19, 2015, 09:45:14 AM
This would be an excellent time to remove the title "President", if you know what I mean... ;)

Ah yes, indeed I do.

Very interesting scenario. 

But I think I best stick to the script.  :)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 19, 2015, 10:22:18 AM
This is NBC News.

President George Romney is scheduled to address the nation in about five minutes.

At this time, we have the following events to report.

President George Romney's recent speech at the Berlin Wall seems to have ignited a firestorm throughout the nations of Eastern Europe, and seems to have set loose a massive movement throughout the region for independence and self determination.

Millions of people in every Soviet satellite state have taken to the streets demanding freedom and  the right to chose who governs them.

We now take you live to the White House and President Romney.

The President:

My fellow Americans, and those who are watching in Europe, as you are aware, there are at this time tremendous upheavals taking place throughout Eastern Europe.

We are living in very troubled times.  Government systems and institutions that have been in place for decades are crumbling and people are demanding changes, and are demanding freedom.

As I advised General Secretary Brezhnev during the recent summit conference, the United States of America and its' allies will not tolerate the killing and imprisonment of people in Eastern Europe because they are demanding freedom and because they are demanding the right to choose their own destiny.

As I speak, the military might of NATO and Western Europe, Canada, Japan, and others, is being massed on the borders of the Satellite States, and is ready to move at a moments notice.  I say again, our preferred course of action is a peaceful settlement, where the people of the Satellite States will be free to choose who governs them.  

The Soviet Union needs to be aware that these protest movements are well organized, well armed, and well led.  I have received reliable reports that large percentages of the various nations armed forces have refused to follow orders to brutally murder protesters and have in fact joined the protest movement, much the same, it should be pointed out, as what happened during the Russian revolution of 1917.

This situation is ongoing, and I warn the Soviet Union not to interfere.  Should they choose to interfere, the Soviet Union will suffer grave consequences.  

My government, and our allies governments in Europe, continue to monitor this situation.  As more details become clear, I will have more to say.

Thank you and good evening.      


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 23, 2015, 12:03:36 PM
One day after President Romney's address to the nation regarding Eastern Europe

7:16 PM

This is NBC News.

Breaking at this hour, we have reports that a major shake up in the Romney administration is imminent.  

We have our chief White House correspondent Preston Menzies on the story at the White House.

Preston, what can you tell us about these breaking events.

Menzies:  Well, details at this moment are very vague.  We  have information that this story involves the State Department, but beyond that we really have no further details.  Oh, wait a moment Peter, I am just getting some further information.  Yes?  Is that confirmed?  

Peter, I have just been advised that President Romney is scheduled to make a brief statement from the Oval Office in about ten minutes.

NBC:  Thank you Preston.  

As you have just heard from our Chief White House correspondent Preston Menzies, President Romney will be addressing the nation in about ten minutes.  

GWR: (looking shaken) My fellow Americans, I have called this impromptu appearance in order to inform the nation of a recent development in my administration. Secretary of State Richard Nixon has tendered his resignation to me about two hours ago.

Secretary of Defense Nelson Rockefeller has been named Acting Secretary of State, and will be nominated to become Secretary of State.

Senator Thomas McIntyre, Democrat from New Hampsire, has resigned from the United States Senate and has accepted the office of Acting Secretary of Defense.  He will be nominated to become Secretary of Defense.

I will have more to say tomorrow.

Thank you and good evening my fellow Americans.      


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: tmthforu94 on September 23, 2015, 04:03:18 PM
Wow! Excited to see what happened with Nixon!


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 24, 2015, 12:41:47 PM
The following day

This is NBC News.

We take you live to the White House with our chief White House correspondent Preston Menzies, for the Presidential press conference, that is scheduled to commence in about ten minutes.

Preston, do you have any details as to the content of this press conference?

Menzies:  Peter, for certain it will be further details resulting from President Romney's address last evening.

NBC News:  Preston, what is the atmosphere in the briefing room like at this moment?

Menzies:  Peter, it is one of anticipation.  You can practically feel the electricity in the air.

Press Secretary:  Ladies and gentlemen, the President of the United States.

President Romney:  Ladies and gentlemen of the press, my fellow Americans watching these proceedings live, welcome.

I will make my statement in full, after which I will be taking questions.

As I promised during my campaigns for the Presidency both in 1968 and 1972, I would always be forthcoming with the people of this nation.

As you are aware, Secretary of State Richard Nixon submitted his resignation to me last evening.  First of all let me say that Mr. Nixon has been a dedicated and hard working public servant since 1947 when he first entered public office as a member of the House of Representatives, then served in the Senate, served 2 terms as Vice President, ran for President in 1960, ran for Governor of California in 1962, and ran for the Republican nomination for President in 1968.  1969 to 1974, Mr. Nixon has served capably as Secretary of State.  Mr. Nixon leaves behind him a legacy of many historic accomplishments during his term as Secretary of State.  

Yesterday, I became aware of a situation that had existed for one day before that.  It was discovered just two days ago that the offices of Senate Minority Leader Senator Mike Mansfield had been fit with electronic surveillance devices, otherwise known as bugging devices.  This was discovered by two members of the Capitol offices security staff during routine rounds in the evening.  Senator Mansfield was notified immediately.

The "smoking gun" if you will, was a business card of Mr. H.R. "Bob" Haldeman, who was the Chief of Staff to Secretary of State Richard Nixon.  It was apparently dropped from a pocket and subsequently kicked under a book case, with just a small corner of the card showing.  One of the security guards happened to notice the small corner of the card from beneath the book case and picked it up.

When this entire matter was brought to my attention by my Chief of Staff Clifford Case, I immediately contacted Secretary Nixon and asked him to come over to my office.  When confronted with the details, and the evidence, he admitted to me that he did indeed meet with Mr. Haldeman and another staffer in his office, John Erlichman, his Assistant at State, and they discussed the matter and agreed that Senator Mansfield was an impediment to what they were trying to accomplish at State, and that he should be monitored.  The office was physically broken into and the bugging devices were physically installed by a staffer of Mr. Nixon's by the name of G. Gordon Liddy, who went with Mr. Haldeman and Mr. Erlichman to Senator Mansfield's offices.  

It was at this point that I told Secretary Nixon that he was to have his resignation on my desk within the  hour, to which he agreed and complied.      

  


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 24, 2015, 01:44:36 PM
INTERACTIVE TIME

The press conference is now open for questions from the White House press correspondents.

YOU are the White House press correspondents from NBC, ABC, CBS, PBS, New York Times, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, etc.

Now is your opportunity to ask President Romney your questions.

State your name, (that is the name you are using as a press correspondent), which news organization you are from, and ask away.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 25, 2015, 05:30:13 PM
One week later

I would like to thank the United States Congress for fast tracking my two nominees, Nelson Rockefeller as Secretary of State and Thomas McIntyre as Secretary of Defense.

They have been full time on the job since being named Acting Secretaries over a week ago. 

I would just like to take a couple of minutes to pay tribute to these great men.

Nelson Rockefeller is a graduate of Dartmouth College.  He has served as Assistant Secretary of State, Under Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare, Governor of New York, as well as serving on countless boards and commissions in both the public and private sectors.  There is no one more qualified at this time for this office as far as I am concerned.

Thomas McIntyre has graciously agreed to relinquish his promising Senate career in order to accept my call to become Secretary of Defense.  Senator McIntyre comes to this office well qualified, and ready to take on the challenge.  He is as well a graduate of Dartmouth College and  Boston University School of Law.

Dartmouth has certainly produced some outstanding public servants.  (laughs all around)

He has served his country valiantly in the United States Army during World War II, rising to the rank of Major.  He has been a dedicated and outstanding Senator for New Hampshire since 1962.

Later that day in the White House Situation Room, President Romney, Vice President Brooke, Chief of Staff Case, Secretary of State Rockefeller, Secretary of Defense McIntyre, Natonal Security Advisor Kissinger, and the Joint chiefs of Staff continue to meet.

Romney:  General, what's the latest in Europe?

General:  Mr. President, the Soviets continue to call up the troops and continue to mobilize.

Romney:  Assessments, gentlemen?

Rockefeller:  Mr. President, this is the most explosive situation since the Germans invaded Poland in '39.

McIntyre:  Mr. President, I have to agree.  Europe could explode at any moment.

Kissinger:  There's only so far we can push the Soviets.

General:  Mr. President, we would be wise to reassess our situation.

President:  I'll sleep on it tonight, and we'll meet at ten tomorrow morning.         


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: tmthforu94 on September 25, 2015, 08:16:35 PM
President Romney, Bobby Isaacs from the Lawrence Journal World:

Why did SoS Nixon resign?


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 25, 2015, 08:45:37 PM
Mr. Isaacs, thank you for your question.

As I said in my opening statement

I promised during my campaigns for the Presidency both in 1968 and 1972, I would always be forthcoming with the people of this nation.

As you are aware, Secretary of State Richard Nixon submitted his resignation to me last evening.   

Yesterday, I became aware of a situation that had existed for one day before that.  It was discovered just two days ago that the offices of Senate Minority Leader Senator Mike Mansfield had been fit with electronic surveillance devices, otherwise known as bugging devices.  This was discovered by two members of the Capitol offices security staff during routine rounds in the evening.  Senator Mansfield was notified immediately.

The "smoking gun" if you will, was a business card of Mr. H.R. "Bob" Haldeman, who was the Chief of Staff to Secretary of State Richard Nixon.  It was apparently dropped from a pocket and subsequently kicked under a book case, with just a small corner of the card showing.  One of the security guards happened to notice the small corner of the card from beneath the book case and picked it up.

When this entire matter was brought to my attention by my Chief of Staff Clifford Case, I immediately contacted Secretary Nixon and asked him to come over to my office.  When confronted with the details, and the evidence, he admitted to me that he did indeed meet with Mr. Haldeman and another staffer in his office, John Erlichman, his Assistant at State, and they discussed the matter and agreed that Senator Mansfield was an impediment to what they were trying to accomplish at State, and that he should be monitored.  The office was physically broken into and the bugging devices were physically installed by a staffer of Mr. Nixon's by the name of G. Gordon Liddy, who went with Mr. Haldeman and Mr. Erlichman to Senator Mansfield's offices.   

It was at this point that I told Secretary Nixon that he was to have his resignation on my desk within the  hour, to which he agreed and complied. 

So Mr. Nixon admitted to instigating the bugging of the office of Senate Minority Leader Senator Mansfield.  Therefore I told Mr. Nixon to have his resignation on my desk within the hour, and he complied.

That is why Mr. Nixon resigned as Secretary of State.  He was party to a felony.

I trust you and the Lawrence Journal World will keep up the good work you are doing.     

   



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 28, 2015, 12:57:03 PM
The meeting in the White House Situation Room continues the following day.

President:  Gentlemen, I have taken into consideration your feedback and your assessments of this grave situation.

I have as well in the meantime spoken with my counterparts in the alliance.  It took some persuading on my part, but I have convinced our allies to stay the course.

Gentlemen, that is what we are going to do, stay the course.

General:  But Mr. President, this could result in all out war.  We know the Soviets have been mobilizing and moving more troops to the borders in Eastern Europe.

President:  My decision is final General.

General:  Of course Mr. President, I understand.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 29, 2015, 11:33:15 AM
The following day in the White House Situation Room

President:  Gentlemen, this is "D" Day.

General:  Mr. President, we are monitoring the situation closely.

President:  What's the latest on the ground General?

General: The allied troops are standing firm.  I have reports that more and more of the Satellite State troops are joining the Allied forces each day.  It is having a domino effect.  The Soviet forces in the Satellite States have for the most part either joined the rebellion or have surrendered to the rebel forces.  The Satellite States have made full use of the training and armaments that us and our allies have sent into these states.  

President:  Rocky, what is the latest news on the diplomatic front?  

Rockefeller:  Mr. President, I have been in frequent contact with Gromyko, and he continues to insist the Soviet Union will never, as he says, and I quote, "turn our beloved people in Eastern Europe over to the evils of western capitalism and decadence."  So the Soviet Union continues to put up a bold front in the face of what is actually going on in Eastern Europe.

Rockefeller:  (on the line with the U.S. Ambassador to West Germany)  Yes, Mr. Ambassador, what's going on now?

Ambassador:  Mr. Secretary, can you set up a conference call with the President and yourself?

Rockefeller:  Right away.  You are now on line with the President and myself, as well as the Vice President, Secretary McIntyre, and the Joint Chiefs.

Ambassador:  Thank you Mr. Secretary.  Mr. President, Mr. Vice President, Secretaries, Joint Chiefs, I am just receiving word now that  East Germany has declared independence, and have established a provisional government.  The same is happening in the other Satellite States, Poland, Czechoslovakia, Hungary, Romania, and Bulgaria.  Scores of Communist officials have been arrested and are being held in custody.  Communist military leaders who have not joined the rebellion have as well been arrested.

President:  Thank you Mr. Ambassador, please keep us informed of any further developments.

Ambassador:  Certainly Mr. President.

McIntyre:  (on the phone with Commander of Operations in Eastern Europe)  Yes Commander, you are on a conference call with the President, Vice President, Secretary Rockefeller, the Joint chiefs, and myself.  What's happening?

Commander:  I have reports just coming into me at this moment that the Soviet troops are beginning to fall back.  It will take some time before we can determine whether this is a withdrawal or simply a tactical maneuver.

McIntyre:  When do you think you will have anything more definitive?

Commander:  In a few hours.

McIntyre:  OK Commander, thank you.

President:  Gentlemen, this is going to be a long night.  But we will weather the storm, and will stay here and monitor the situation all night.  We'll have dinner brought in.  Chicken, fish, or beef?  (laughs all around)

Six hours later

McIntyre:  It's the Commander.  I'll put you on conference call.

Commander:  Thank you Mr. Secretary.  We have now confirmed that the Soviet troops are falling back.  They are moving out personnel and equipment eastward on a steady basis.  We are confident this is genuine.

McIntyre:  Good news Commander.  As usual, call with any further developments.

President:  Thank  you Commander.

Rocky:  George, how did you know that we would be able to get away with this type of massive and dangerous operation, confronting the Soviets head on, and risking a world war?

President:  I didn't Rocky, I didn't.  


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Post by: Kingpoleon on September 29, 2015, 04:26:14 PM
Muskie-Udall '76!


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 30, 2015, 11:56:24 AM
The following day in the Oval Office

The President of the United States

My fellow Americans, and those who are viewing from Europe and around the world, thank you for joining me.

I am pleased to report to you that the flames of freedom are burning brightly across Eastern Europe tonight, for the first time in a generation.

We have faced the Soviet threat head on, and freedom has prevailed.

I am happy to report that six nations in Eastern Europe, who have been living under the brutal heel of Soviet domination since 1945 are now free to choose their own destiny.

The rebellions in Eastern Europe, backed up by the United States and our allies in this just cause, have succeeded, and a new Europe is emerging.

Communist leadership in these nations have been arrested, and are now facing trial. 

Walter Ulbricht in East Germany, Henryk Jablonski in Poland, Ludvik Svoboda in Czechoslovakia, Pal Losonczi in Hungary, Nicolae Ceausescu in Romania, Todor Zhivkov in Bulgaria, are now former Communist dictators, and are now facing justice.

I have reports, in fact, that Ceausescu in Romania, as well as his wife, have already been tried and executed by firing squad.

Scores of other Communist officials, government and military, have been arrested as well. 

East Germany, Poland, Czechoslovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, have already established provisional governments, in preparation to establishing permanent, democratic governments.

East Germany and West Germany have begun the process of reuniting to once again becoming one nation.  The Berlin Wall is being demolished as I speak.  This wall has been the symbol of Communist aggression and tyranny for a generation, and like aggression and tyranny throughout history, this wall, and this tyranny, shall crumble and shall be no more.

At this time, I would like to thank our allies in Europe, Canada, Japan, who have stood by us through thick and thin, in this just cause. 

Prime Minister Robert Stanfield of Canada, Chancellor Helmut Schmidt of West Germany, Prime Minister Harold Wilson of Great Britain, President Valery Giscard d'Estang of France, President Giovanni Leone of Italy, Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka of Japan.

Poland, Czechoslovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, have all applied for membership in NATO, with the full backing of the United States of America.  Membership in NATO for these nations should be confirmed shortly.

From Stettin in the Baltic to Trieste in the Adriatic, let freedom ring. (paraphrased from WC)

This very significant event in the history of the world will light a flame of freedom around the globe, a flame that will never die.

Thank you, and good night. 
 


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 01, 2015, 04:35:59 PM
The following day, the White House Press Briefing Room

Members of the press, and to the public viewing these proceedings via television, welcome.

As you know by my remarks yesterday evening from the Oval Office, the now former Soviet Satellite States have proclaimed their independence from the Soviet Union.  

The scope and influence of what I will call The Evil Empire has been greatly diminished.

East Germany, Poland, Czechoslovakia, Hungary, Romania, and Bulgaria have joined the European community of free and democratic nations.  Europe is better off, and the world is better off because of it.

We continue, of course, to keep a very close eye on events in Europe as they continue to unfold.  We are still in the early stages of this monumental transition, the transition from tyranny and oppression to freedom and democracy.

I will take questions at this time.

Mr. President, Preston Menzies from NBC News.  

Mr. President, could you elaborate for us on the origins of this massive undertaking.

President:  Yes Preston.  This was actually something that I had wanted to see take place for years now.  After taking office, I had top level discussions with our allies, and after finalizing the details, managed to get these nations in agreement.  

So, when the time was right, I advised my counterparts in our allied nations,  and I met with some of my top level associates in my administration, and told them my plans, and that I believed the right time had arrived to carry out this operation.

My meeting with Soviet Leader Brezhnev and my speech at the Berlin Wall were the catalysts that moved things along.

The rest is history.

Mr. President, Sue Cartier from Newsweek.  

Mr. President, in your opening remarks, did I get that right that you referred to the Soviet Union as The Evil Empire, and do you think using that language may be inflammatory?

President:  Sue, a large and powerful country that would bring small and sovereign nations under their control, and repress them for a generation, is indeed evil.  And the term, The Evil Empire, suits this situation completely.

Mr. President, Bob Woodward from the Washington Post.

Referring to the Nixon affair, are you satisfied that the findings in this case are the full extent of any matters relating to this case, and are you prepared to see Mr. Nixon go to trial, or are you prepared to give Mr. Nixon a full Presidential pardon for his involvement in this affair?

President:  Bob, that is a very good question.  Nothing else has been uncovered by the investigation, or through questioning of the four involved.  You know, Mr. Nixon has already pleaded guilty, and as you know, I am a lawyer by profession, so I would not care to make any further statement in that matter at this time.  I would not like to be accused by anyone of trying to influence this case at all.

Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for being here today.


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 02, 2015, 11:17:10 AM
The following day, the Oval Office

President Romney meets with Secretary of State Nelson Rockefeller.

President:  Rocky, as you know, The People's Republic of China is an emerging economic super power, combined with tremendous military might.

I want to get ahead of the curve here.  I want to  open up meaningful dialogue and diplomatic relations with them.  I am absolutely convinced that in the not too distant future the United States will need China as much as they need us.  We simply cannot  afford to fall behind in the changing dynamics of world politics.

Rocky:  Yes George, I have been thinking much the same myself lately.  There is simply too much at stake for the United States here.

President:  Yes Rocky, there certainly is.  That is why I would like you to undertake a high level diplomatic trip to the People's Republic of China, and pave the way for you and I, and a high level delegation from the United States, to visit the PRC.

I want to have talks with the top Chinese government officials, culminating with top level talks with Chou En-Lai and Mao Tse-Tung.

I want to normalize relations between the U.S. and China.  Never before has a United States President visited the PRC, and I want to change that.  It is an important step to take for world economic and political security.

As you know, I had discussed this very subject during the 1972 campaign, and I was met with tremendous support in some quarters, as well as with deep skepticism in others.

Well, in spite of the skeptics, I am going ahead with this very important initiative.  It will have long range beneficial results for us and for the world.

Rocky:  I agree George.  This will become a truly monumental event in the history of the world.

State will start the wheels rolling.  


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Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 07, 2015, 11:32:52 AM
Two months later, President Romney addresses the nation on his visit to China

As you are aware, Secretary of State Rockefeller, National Security Advisor Kissinger, and myself recently returned from our diplomatic and economic mission to the People's Republic of China.

I consider this trip to be an unprecedented success in terms of benefits to the United States.

This trip produced the Shanghai Communique, a diplomatic statement in which both the United States and the People's Republic of China have agreed to establish a political relationship based on something more than ideological antagonism and frozen or unfinished wars.

This was the week that changed the world, as what we have said in that Communique is not nearly as important as what we will do in the months and years ahead.

The overall relationship benefits both nations immensely.

This communique provides greater clarity on U.S. and on China's intentions and strategic vision. A conflict between China and the United States would weaken both societies. Conflict can only end in tragedy for all sides.

China will no doubt benefit from this agreement.  Beijing's move toward Washington is it's first modernization. 

At the Communist Party's National Peoples Congress, Premier Chou En Lai described the new game plan. "In order to build an independent and relatively comprehensive industrial system in China", Chou said, "China had to accomplish the comprehensive modernization of agriculture, industry, national defense, and science and technology before the end of the century so that our national economy will be advancing in the front ranks of the world."

This visit opened the door to Sino-American foreign relations, and paved the way to the strong economic ties that will have tremendous benefits to the United States now and in in the generations to come.

The future waits for no one.  Time moves on relentlessly.  It is up to us to grasp the opportunities as they present themselves, and put them to work for the benefit of all.

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Following the President's remarks to the nation, President Romney holds a meeting in the Oval Office with Vice President Brooke, Secretary of State Rockefeller, Secretary of Defense McIntyre, National Security Advisor Kissinger, Chief of Staff Case.

Rocky:  Good speech George.  It laid out the facts clearly to the American people.

President:  Thank you Rocky.

Something I did not get into in the speech was the fact that it will no doubt give us more leverage with the Soviet Union, given the fact that we have now normalized diplomatic relations with the PRC.  There is really no longer an exclusive Sino Soviet alliance per se.

As far as I'm concerned, this is another factor that will contribute further to the weakening of The Evil Empire.

 


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 09, 2015, 02:36:20 PM
President Romney takes steps to clean up the environment

Ladies and gentlemen of the press, thank you for joining us here today.

I am pleased to announce that my administration has taken to establish a new government, cabinet level department, The Department of the Environment.

I am as well pleased to announce that I will be nominating Representative Phil crane of the great state of Illinois to become the first Secretary of the Environment.  Congressman Crane is a man of considerable accomplishment, and is a man of tremendous ability.  He is an exemplary public servant.

He was educated at Hillsdale College, the University of Vienna, and Indiana University, where he received a PhD in history.  He served in the United States Army. He also attended DePauw University and the University of Michigan.

He was a faculty member at Indiana University and at Bradley University in Peoria.

This administration will be taking bold steps to clean up our environment and leave a legacy of clean air and clean water and a clean environment for generations yet to come.    

Representative Crane.

Secretary Designate Crane:  Thank you so much Mr. President for your very kind words.  I am honored that President Romney has asked me to become the first Secretary of the Environment.

I, as does the President, believe that we absolutely must take steps to ensure a clean environment for the future.  

The Department of the Environment has been created for the purpose of protecting human health and the environment.

The department will be conducting environmental assessment, research, and education. It will have the responsibility of maintaining and enforcing national standards under a variety of environmental laws, in consultation with state, tribal, and local governments. The department will be working with industries and all levels of government in a wide variety of pollution prevention programs and energy conservation efforts.

We will be addressing the issues of acid rain, ozone depletion, and toxic air pollution, establishing a national permits program for stationary sources, and increased enforcement authority. There will be new auto gasoline reformulation requirements, set Reid vapor pressure standards to control evaporative emissions from gasoline, and we will mandate new gasoline formulations.

We will be enacting legislation governing water pollution. Its objective will be to restore and maintain the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of the nation's waters by preventing point and nonpoint pollution sources, providing assistance to publicly owned treatment works for the improvement of wastewater treatment, and maintaining the integrity of wetlands.

These are but a few of the steps this administration, and I as Secretary of the Environment, will be taking to address the environmental issues facing this nation today.

The Romney administration and I as Secretary take our environmental future seriously.  As the President has said, it is up to us to leave a clean environment for future generations.

President:  Thank you very much Congressman, or should I say Secretary?  (laughs all around)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 10, 2015, 02:06:38 PM
The Oval Office

President Romney meets with Vice President Brooke, Secretary of State Rockefeller, Secretary of Defense  McIntyre, National Security Advisor Kissinger, Chief of Staff Case, and Director of the Central Intelligence Agency William  Colby.

President:  Gentlemen, thank you for joining me here today.

As each of you are aware, at my instigation, we have had CIA operatives on the ground for several months now in each of the Soviet republics, except for Russia of course.  This has been a highly guarded, top security matter just between those in this room, select department officials, select CIA officials, and the operatives, as each of you are or will be key players in the drama that is, I hope, about to unfold.

You in this room are my most trusted advisors and associates.  

As you know, we have been receiving reports that there has recently, following the uprisings in Eastern Europe, unrest in many of the republics comprising the Soviet Union.

Gentlemen, I believe very firmly, that in the not too distant future, as I have said before, that the Soviet Union will collapse under its own weight.  The people of many of the associated republics are clamoring for their freedom and for the right to determine their own destiny, the same as the former Soviet satellite states in Eastern Europe have done.

I have asked Director Colby here today to give us his insight as to the current situation within the Soviet republics.    

Bill, can you update us on the latest developments?

Colby:  Thank you Mr. President.

We have, of course, been monitoring the situation in these areas extremely closely and have been analyzing the feedback from our operatives on the ground.  We in the CIA believe that these republics simply need to know that they will have the backing of the world community, at least the democratic world community, in their determination for independence.  

President:  Thanks Bill.  

I have been invited to address the United Nations General Assembly one week from today, and I intend to use that opportunity to unite all those nations who believe in freedom and democracy and who believe in the right of self determination to form a united front in support of the struggle of the people of the Soviet republics, to have the freedom to determine their own destinies.

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One week later, the United Nations General Assembly

Secretary General of the United Nations:  Ladies and Gentlemen, the President of the United States, George Romney.

(Heavy applause from the free nations representatives.  Polite applause from the non democratic nations representatives)

President:  I would like to thank the United Nations for extending to me this tremendous opportunity to address this world community, and indeed, to address the people of the world, as I understand this speech is being broadcast throughout most of the world.

The major driving force throughout my Presidency has been that of freedom and opportunity.  The freedom of the people's of the world, wherever they may reside, and the opportunity for the people's of the world to have the right to determine their own destinies.

I have been praised in some quarters of the world as a fighter for freedom, and I have been vilified in other quarters of the world as a war monger who wants to destabilize the existing order of things.

Let me be clear, if my actions and those of my allies have destabilized tyranny and oppression in any part of the world, then I make no apologies.

(standing ovation and loud applause from the delegates of free nations)

(voice rising)

As I speak, the flames of freedom are sweeping across the various republics of the Soviet Union.  People by the hundreds of thousands, by the millions, are taking to the streets to demand freedom from a central authority in Moscow, to demand the right of self determination, to demand the right to economic freedom and opportunity, to demand the right to live under a government that recognizes their right to choose who governs them, in free and democratic elections, who demand the right that they do not have to fear from the secret police knocking on their door one day, to send them to the far reaches of Siberia because they want a better future.  

(voice normal)

Let me be blunt.  Any moves by the central authority in Moscow to brutally clamp down on the freedom movement in the Soviet republics will be met with swift and harsh retaliation.

The most powerful free nations in the world are ready, at a moments notice, to come to the support and aid of those clamoring for freedom.  The free nations of the world are ready, at a moments notice, to impose strict, severe, and devastating economic sanctions on the central authority in Moscow, sanctions, that will devastate the Russian economy.

The United States and our allies want peace, but enslaved peoples want freedom, and we are prepared to do all in our power to aid in this effort.

History will not stand still and accept the old order.  History moves on, and old, dictatorial systems will fall by the wayside, and will be replaced by the bright sunlight of freedom.

Thank you my friends, and may we move forward to a bright new world of freedom and hope.

(loud and enthusiastic applause, standing ovation from the free world nations, the nations of dictatorships remain sitting)

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And so the stage is set for the most potentially explosive world situation since 1939


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 11, 2015, 05:53:33 PM
President Romney calls the Kremlin.

Romney:  Leo, George here.  I'm sure you saw my UN speech.

Brezhnev:  Yes, you capitalist war monger dog.  How dare you threaten the Soviet State?

R:  Leo, I think we should discuss this in a civilized manner.  I'm  sure that we can come to an acceptable agreement.

B:  What?  You tell the world you will bring the Soviet State to its knees with military threats and sanctions, and expect me to discuss this with you in a civilized manner?  You think you can get away with this?  The Soviet Union will not stand for this.

R:  Leo, I don't need to remind you that the Soviet Union is no longer the Soviet Union it once was.  Your former Satellite States in Eastern Europe are now free and independent, and are now members of NATO.

The other Republics of the Soviet Union are in open revolt.  Millions have taken to the streets.  Much of the military have sided with the rebellions.

The Soviet Union of the 40s and 50s is collapsing around you.  Times are changing and historic events are moving quickly.

I have signed agreements with the People's Republic of China on open diplomatic relations and trade.  Your most important ally sees the advantages to them of an economic relationship with the United States.  China and the United States have much to gain from these agreements.  China now has a new perspective on the economic front, and is no longer so tied to the Soviet Union.

You would be wise to accept my terms.

B:  And just what are your terms, decadent western capitalist?

R:  Quite simple really.  The Soviet military will not interfere in the independence movements.  The Western World is prepared to impose crippling actions against Russia if there is a violation of this requirement.  In return, contrary to imposing crippling economic sanctions against Russia, the West is prepared to enter into an expanded economic relationship with Russia as well as with the Soviet Republics now demanding freedom.   

I have spoken with Mao and Chou.  They want access to American markets, and they have agreed not to interfere economically on your behalf. 

These Soviet Republics as well will be joining NATO.

B:  I'll instruct the Politburo to cooperate.

R:  Thanks Leo.  I'm sure we'll be talking again soon.

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The Oval Office after the conversation with Brezhnev

Rocky:  You think he'll do what he says with the Politburo?

Romney:  Oh, I'm sure Rocky, I'm sure.

One thing I didn't tell him, that we had the CIA scattered across the area for the past six months, planting seeds of dissension.  Thanks for the idea Rocky.

Rocky:  My pleasure George, my pleasure.  It's about time those Russians got a taste of their own medicine.

George and Rocky:  HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA     


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 12, 2015, 12:15:45 PM
The State Of The Union January 19, 1976

Ladies and gentlemen, the Supreme Court of the United states. (standing ovation)

Ladies and gentlemen, the cabinet of the United States. (standing ovation)

Ladies and gentlemen, the President of the United states.

President Romney enters the House of Representatives chamber to a rousing, standing ovation, shaking hands along the way.

Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of the United States Congress, my fellow Americans, thank you.

I am honored to be here tonight, on this the occasion of my last State of the Union address.

I am pleased to report that the state of the union is strong, healthy, and free.

(standing ovation)

Let me say at the outset, that I have never regretted my decision in 1969 to end America's involvement in Vietnam, saving the lives of countless thousands or our young soldiers, and bringing home the prisoners of war from Vietnam.

(standing ovation)

Our people know they have the best social and health care programs in the world, programs that work without bankrupting the treasury.  We have shown that as  nation, we were able to work together to institute programs for our people that are second to none.

I wish to acknowledge the invaluable contributions of Secretary Smith in spearheading these historic reforms.

I am pleased that I have had the privilege of presiding over these fundamental changes and improvements to our social systems.

(standing ovation)

I am pleased to report tonight that America's environment, our air, our water, are well on the way to being cleaned up, and leaving a legacy of environmental standards for future generations.

I wish to acknowledge the invaluable contribution of Secretary Crane in spearheading this historic undertaking.

I am pleased that I have had the privilege of presiding over these environmental changes.

(standing ovation)

I am pleased to report tonight that the people's of the former Soviet Satellite States of Eastern Europe are free.

East Germany, now reunited with West Germany, free.  Poland free.  Czechoslovakia free.  Hungary free.  Romania free.  Bulgaria free.

I am pleased that I had the privilege of spearheading this historic movement.    

(standing ovation)

I am pleased to report tonight that the people's of the former Soviet Republics comprising the Soviet Union are free.

Ukraine free.  Byelorussia free.  Uzbekistan free.  Kazakhstan free.  Georgia free.  Azerbaijan free.  Lithuania free.  Moldavia free.  Latvia free. Kirghizstan free.  Tajikistan free.  Armenia free.  Turkmenistan free.  Estonia free.

I am pleased that I have had the privilege of leading this historic movement.

(standing ovation)

We have opened up full diplomatic and economic relations with the People's Republic of China.  This will further expand the American economy, resulting in more jobs and more opportunities for our people.

The People's Republic of China is emerging as a world economic super power, one which we cannot ignore.

I wish to acknowledge the invaluable contributions of Secretary Rockefeller and National Security Advisor Kissinger in laying the groundwork for my visits with the Chinese leadership.  

Ladies and gentlemen, my fellow Americans, thank you, good night, God bless America.

(raucous standing ovation)



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 13, 2015, 11:35:11 AM
The Oval Office the day after the State of the Union address

President Romney and Secretary of State Rockefeller are talking casually.

Rocky:  Great speech last night George.  I believe the American people were inspired by it.  

It has been a great honor and privilege for me to serve in your administration these past seven years, in Defense and now at State.  The only job I've wanted more than these is yours George.

(both laugh)

As you know, I tried in 1960 and 1964.  Didn't quite make it to the nomination.  I backed you in 1968 George because I could see  you were the man for the job.  And let me tell you George, I never regretted backing you.

But for me, I think my time has passed for realizing my life long dream.

George:  Thank you so much Rocky.  Your support in '68 was invaluable to me.  I will always be grateful to you.

But don't sell yourself short Rocky.  This is still January of 1976.  It's not too late for you, Rocky. My approval ratings are standing at around 90%.  I am willing, for you Rocky, to throw my support behind you for the nomination.  

Rocky:  George, I can't ask you to do that.  It is highly unusual for a sitting President to endorse a candidate for President before the nomination has been settled.  

George:  You're not asking me Rocky.  I'm offering.

(both laugh)

You know, TR,  whom I greatly admire, and in some respects have tried to emulate, endorsed Taft in 1908.  That resulted in Taft going on to win the Presidency.

Rocky:  Good point.  But George, what about Ed?  Serving eight years as your faithful VP, surely he deserves your backing.

George:  Rocky, Ed has been the best Vice President any President could ever hope for.  But Ed and I have talked, and we both realize that America is not ready for a black President at this time.  Someday, perhaps 32 years from now, but not now.  I can see a young, dynamic, gifted, ivy league educated, perhaps a Senator from the Midwest, becoming America's first black President.  And he will be a Democrat.  

Besides, Ed wants to get back into the United States Senate.  As you know, Ed had only been a Senator for about a year and a half when I tapped him for the Vice Presidency.  He wants to get back into the Senate to finish the job he started in 1967.                  

Rocky, you have served faithfully and extremely competently in two of the most senior government jobs in the nation, Secretary of Defense and Secretary of State.  My administration could not have accomplished what we did accomplish on the world stage without your help.  You have also been a dynamic and well accomplished Governor of New York.  That is one of the toughest jobs in American politics today.  

Rocky, you are ready to become President.  And you have my full support and backing.

Rocky:  Thank you so much George.  That means the world to me.  I will announce my candidacy for the nomination in two weeks.

George:  Rocky, if I may make a recommendation.  Knowing the political landscape of this nation as well as anyone, I strongly recommend you reach out to Ron Reagan and try to get him to accept the Vice Presidential nomination.  I think, given the various states primaries and caucuses coming up, that you will have the numbers to win the nomination, but Ron will be an extremely formidable candidate for the nomination.  

Rocky:  Ron is at the top of my list.  

George:  Frankly, Rocky, I think you will need him on the ticket to win the election.    

Rocky:  As always George, your insight is uncanny.

George:  Thanks Rocky.  I will publicly endorse you a couple of weeks after you announce your candidacy.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 14, 2015, 12:28:25 PM
Two weeks after his meeting with President Romney, Secretary of State Nelson Rockefeller announces he is running for President.

New York City

Rockefeller:  I am today announcing my candidacy for President of the United States.  This decision was not easy, but I believe it is the right decision.  

My good friend Ron Reagan, a man who has my admiration and respect, I know has been running for the nomination for awhile now, and I believe Republicans should be given another viable choice, and I believe I offer that  viable choice, so I have decided to offer that choice to Republicans across this country.

I come to this challenge with a very solid record of public service and accomplishment.  A member of countless government boards and commissions, Assistant Secretary of State, Under Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare, Governor of the great state of New York, Secretary of Defense, Secretary of State.

I am here today to offer Republicans, and Americans, a choice in this election.

Some would ask why did I not announce my candidacy earlier.  My answer is that over the past couple of years, as Secretary of Defense, then as Secretary of State, our nation and our government have been involved in extremely tense and challenging circumstances on the world stage.

As you know, under the leadership of President Romney, we have led the way in liberating the former Soviet Satellite States of Eastern Europe from Soviet oppression and tyranny, and then of liberating the former Soviet Republics from domination under Russia and Moscow.  My duties and responsibilities as Secretary of Defense then as Secretary of State simply did not allow me the time to campaign for President.

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Two weeks later, as promised, President George Romney publicly endorses Nelson Rockefeller for the Republican Presidential nomination and for President of the United States.

St. Louis, Missouri

Romney:  (on stage with Nelson Rockefeller, Mrs. Rockefeller, and Mrs. Romney)

My fellow Republicans, my fellow Americans.  I am here today to give my public and enthusiastic endorsement to Nelson Rockefeller for the Republican Presidential nomination and for the Presidency of the United States.  

I have known Nelson a long time, and I can attest to his abilities, his knowledge, and his sheer hard work on behalf of this nation.  I can tell you first hand that his input and contributions to this government over the past seven years has been absolutely invaluable.  

I have every confidence that Nelson is prepared for the job, and is up to the task.

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At the conclusion of the Republican primaries and caucuses, Nelson Rockefeller emerges as the victor in a hard fought contest with Ronald Reagan.

One week after the conclusion of the Republican Presidential nomination contest, the presumptive Republican Presidential nominee, Nelson Rockefeller, flies to Santa Barbara, California, to meet with former California Governor and the runner up for the nomination, Ronald Reagan, at the Reagan Ranch.

Nancy Reagan is in attendance at the meeting.

Nelson:  Ron, I have to congratulate you on your run for the nomination.  I do not believe I have ever had a tougher election in my life.  Ron, I have come here today to ask you to be the candidate for Vice President of the United States.

With you on the ticket, Ron, I am confident that together we will win the election.  

Ron:  Nelson, I am of course honored to be considered.  What does George think?  

Nelson:  George is fully in support of you becoming the Vice Presidential candidate.  I have gotten George's opinion of who he thinks should be the Vice Presidential candidate.  In fact, you are the only name he has ever mentioned to me for Vice President.  You have been my top pick for some time now, even before I had discussed the matter with George.

Ron:  Nelson, I know we are far apart on the ideological scale, but I respect you for your intelligence, hard work, and proven capabilities.

Ron gets Nancy's view.  She supports the move.

Ron:  To unite the Republican Party, and to offer the American public the best choice, I will accept your offer and join you on the ticket as the candidate for Vice President of the United States.

Nelson:  Thank you so much Ron.  The nation will benefit greatly with you in my administration.

Now all we have to do is win the election.

(laughter from all)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 15, 2015, 11:41:20 AM
Democrats meet in New York City, New York, July 12-15, 1976 to officially nominate Senator Henry Jackson of Washington for President and Senator Birch Bayh of Indiana for Vice President.

Republicans meet in Kansas City, Missouri, August 16-19, 1976 to officially nominate Secretary of State Nelson Rockefeller of New York for President and former Governor Ronald Reagan of California for Vice President.

Rockefeller and Reagan pledge to build on the extraordinary record of accomplishment for peace and prosperity of President Romney, and to advance their agenda of economic expansion and jobs.

President Romney makes four campaign appearances and two ten minute television campaign ads on behalf of the Republican ticket.  

1976 Election Results

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Rockefeller/Reagan                402 EV/58% PV
Jackson/Bayh                        136 EV/42% PV


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Sadly, President Nelson Rockefeller dies on January 26, 1979, as the result of a heart attack.  He had served as President of the United States for only slightly more than two years, but leaves to the nation and to the world a legacy of positive accomplishment, both before becoming President, and as President.

Vice President Ronald Reagan is sworn in as President of the United States the same day by Chief Justice of the United States Warren Burger.  

Consequently, both Nelson Rockefeller and Ronald Reagan, in the space of two years, had realized their goal of becoming President of the United States.

Both President Reagan and former President Romney deliver inspiring and emotional eulogies at the state funeral of President Rockefeller.

The nation mourns.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 17, 2015, 01:02:40 PM
President Reagan gets a Vice President

Two days after President Rockefeller's funeral, President Reagan puts in a call to former United States Attorney General William Scranton in Pennsylvania.

Reagan:  Bill, Ronnie here. How ya doin'?

Scranton:  Just fine Mr. President, just fine.  My wife and I are really enjoying retirement.  What an honor it is for me to receive a call from you.

Reagan:  Thank you Bill.  In fact, about retirement, I would like to know how you would feel about delaying your retirement by a couple of years?  

Scranton:  Ron, is this going where I think it's going?

Reagan:  Bill, you read me like a book.  With the unfortunate death of President Rockefeller, and with my ascension to the Presidency, there is now of course a vacancy in the Vice Presidency.  I can think of no one better than you to fill that office.  As you know, with the twenty fifth amendment, the President can now nominate a candidate for the Vice Presidency.  And I want to nominate you.  I will become the first President to invoke this amendment, and you will become the first person to be nominated under this amendment.

Scranton:  Well, Mr. President, I am truly honored.  Let me talk with Mary.

I would be honored to accept.

Two years right?  (both laugh)

Reagan:  Yes, that's right.

I will send Air Force One to pick you and Mary up, and you can come to DC tomorrow.

Scranton:  Thank you Mr. President.

Reagan:  Call me Ron.

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The following day in the Blue Room at the White House

President Reagan:  (flanked on his right by William Scranton and Scranton's wife Mary, and on his left by First Lady Nancy Reagan)

Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for joining us here today.

I am pleased to announce today that I will be nominating for Congressional approval a great American, William Scranton, for the office of Vice President of the United States.

Mr. Scranton comes with absolutely sterling qualifications for this office.  

He served in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II, graduated from Yale University and from Yale Law School.  He is an attorney by profession.  

Mr. Scranton  served for two years as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Pennsylvania, and for four years as Governor of Pennsylvania.

As you are well aware, Mr. Scranton has served most recently for eight years as an outstanding United States Attorney General in the cabinet of President George Romney.

I am asking Congress to approve the nomination of Mr. Scranton as quickly as possible.

Mr. Scranton.

Scranton:  Thank you President Reagan.  I am most honored to be asked by you to serve as Vice President of the United States.  I believe I can do this office justice, and if confirmed, the office and the nation will have my dedication and hard work.

Thank you.

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Three weeks later, Congress approves the nomination of William Scranton as Vice President of the United States.  

Scranton is sworn in at the White House as Vice President of the United States the same day by Chief Justice of the United States Warren Burger.       

  

  


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 21, 2015, 12:35:28 PM
Oslo, Norway 1979

Chairman of the Nobel Committee:  The Norwegian Nobel Committee is most honored and pleased to present two Nobel Peace Prizes this year.

These awards go to Mother Teresa, founder of the Missionaries of Charity, and to former President of the United States, George Wilcken Romney.

Mother Teresa, for your outstanding work among the poor and promoting love and charity, we are most pleased to present to you this award.

We recognize the Missionaries of Charity now number approximately 450 brothers and 5,000 sisters worldwide, operating 600 missions, schools and shelters in 120 countries.

Your works of charity and compassion will never be forgotten.

President Romney, we are pleased to present to you this award for your untiring work and leadership in  being the one individual more than anyone else, in forging a coalition of peace loving nations, to have brought freedom and democracy to Eastern Europe, and to the former Soviet Republics.  

We can see that between 1974, when you first began these initiatives, and now, there has been peace, stability, and democracy in these parts of the world, more than at any other time in history, and the Nobel Committee wishes to now recognize this achievement.

President Romney.

Romney:  I am most pleased, honored, and humbled to accept this award today.  

I could not have achieved these results without the untiring work of officials in my government, or of other world leaders and their officials, or of the brave men of women of the armed forces of us and our allies, or of the work of the brave leaders, military, and people of the nations of Eastern Europe and of the former Soviet Republics.

This award I share with them.    

  


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 22, 2015, 06:01:01 PM
Republican National Convention, Detroit, Michigan, July 14-17, 1980

Convention Chairman:  Ladies and gentlemen, President George Romney.

Romney:  Thank you so much for that wonderful welcome.  It is truly heart warming.

I accept the nomination.  (broad smile across his face)

Oh, just kidding.  

(audience is hysterical with laughter)

I am pleased to be asked by President Ronald Reagan to take a few minutes and address this convention.

First of all, I would like to say a few words about that great American, President Nelson Rockefeller.  I have known Nelson for many years, long before I became President.  I have had the privilege of working side by side with Nelson during the entire eight years of my Presidency.  First in his position as Secretary of Defense, and then as Secretary of State.  I can say first hand that Nelson was one of the most intelligent, hardest working individuals that I have ever met.  His contribution to public life was outstanding.  

I can say in all honesty, when I began the initiative to bring freedom to the states of Eastern Europe, and then to free the former Soviet Republics from the grip of Moscow, that I would not have been able to accomplish this without Nelson  by my side with his outstanding insight and invaluable contributions to this endeavor.

Nelson, my friend, thank you, we miss you.

(tears in Romney's eyes, and in the eyes of those in the audience, some weeping openly)

And now my friends, I wish to say a few words about another great American, President Ronald Reagan.

Upon the sudden and unexpected death of President Rockefeller on January 26, 1979, it was most impressive how Vice President Reagan stepped into the Presidency and all its responsibilities and how well he began, from day one, to take charge in this awesome responsibility.

I can tell you, this nation is in good hands with President Reagan at the helm.  To all you viewing these proceedings, I can enthusiastically say that Ronald Reagan deserves your vote on November 4.

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Ladies and gentlemen, the Vice President of the United States, William Scranton.

Scranton:  Thank you, thank you so much.  

It has been my honor these almost past two years to have worked with President Ronald Reagan.  President Reagan is a remarkable man, dedicated and knowledgeable.  Thank you President Reagan for affording me the opportunity to have worked with you in your administration.  It has been my privilege and honor to serve in the Reagan administration, and to serve the American people.

Ronald Reagan has been a great President and will continue to be a great President.  

The team of Ronald Reagan and Pierre du Pont will do great things for this nation and for this world.  Of that I have no doubt.  

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Ladies and gentlemen, the next Vice President of the United States, Governor Pierre du Pont of the great state of Delaware.

du Pont:  Thank you so much for that welcome.  I am deeply honored.

President Reagan has honored me beyond anything that I would have ever thought by choosing me to run with him on the Republican ticket as Vice President.  President Reagan, thank  you.

Delegates, thank you for confirming me.

I accept the nomination.  I really do.  (referring to the Romney joke)

(audience explodes with laughter)

The Reagan du Pont administration will continue the work begun by those two great Presidents, George Romney and Nelson Rockefeller, policies of peace, prosperity, and the fair treatment of all individuals.

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Ladies and gentlemen, the President of the United States, Ronald Reagan.

Reagan:  My friends, thank you, thank you, thank you.  Your welcome is overwhelming and I am most appreciative and gratified.

I accept the nomination.

I would like to begin my remarks tonight by paying tribute to President Romney, and to President Rockefeller.  I have known George Romney for a long time, and he has always impressed me as a man of action, a man of principle, a man of tremendous capability and talent, and a man of remarkable courage.  I have had the privilege of working with President Nelson Rockefeller for two years as Vice President in his administration, and was privileged to witness first hand his hard work and dedication to the betterment of America and mankind in general.

I would like to publicly thank Vice President William Scranton, who has worked with me these past two years, and will continue to work with me until January 1981.  He has been a beacon of strength, a public servant of great knowledge and intelligence and capability, and an absolutely remarkable Vice President.

I am pleased to have on this Republican ticket with me Pierre du Pont as the candidate for Vice President.  He is qualified, capable, and ready.  He will make a great Vice President.

Governor du Pont is a graduate of the Phillips Exeter Academy, Princeton University, and Harvard Law School.  He served honorably in the United States Naval Reserve.

He has served as a member of the Delaware House of Representatives,  six years as a member of the United States House of Representatives, and has been Governor of Delaware since 1977.

Governor du Pont, thank you for joining me on the ticket.

Our administration will be a caring and a compassionate administration.  We will work tirelessly on behalf of Americans from all walks of life, from all ethnic backgrounds, from all faiths, for those of no faith, for all Americans, we will address injustice where we find it.

We will maintain a strong military.  We cannot negotiate from a weak position.  

When we are threatened, we shall respond accordingly and appropriately.

Ladies and gentlemen, thank you, and God bless America.    



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 24, 2015, 10:32:08 PM
Democratic National Convention, New York City, New York, August 11-14, 1980

Convention Chairman:  Ladies and gentlemen, the next Vice President of the United States, Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan of the great state of New York.

Moynihan:  Fellow Democrats, fellow Americans, friends, thank you so much for that welcome.

I would welcome all of you to New York City, my home.

I would like to thank that great American, our candidate for President of the United States of America, Senator Dale Bumpers of the great state of Arkansas, for giving me the privilege of being on our ticket with him as the nominee for Vice President.

I accept the nomination.

Senator Bumpers comes to this point in his career well qualified and well tested to become President of the United States.

He has served our nation valiantly as a United States Marine during World War II.

He is a graduate of the University of Arkansas, and of Northwestern University Law School.

He has served as a special justice of the Arkansas Supreme Court.

Senator Bumpers was a great Governor of Arkansas from 1971 to 1975, and has been a member of the United States Senate since 1975.

And what a great Senator he has been, a tremendous example to all of us in the Senate.

Senator Bumpers and  I will be taking our campaign of hope and renewal across this nation, and we ask all of you to join us in this historic campaign.

Thank you my friends, thank you my fellow Americans.

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Convention Chairman:  Ladies and gentlemen, the next President of the United States, Senator Dale Bumpers of the great state of Arkansas.

Bumpers:  Thank you Mr. Chairman, and thank you my fellow Democrats.  And a special thank you to my fellow Americans, all across this great land.

I wish to thank my good friend, Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan for his remarks, and I would like to thank him for joining me on this ticket.  He will be a great Vice President.

Senator Moynihan is superbly qualified to become Vice President of the United States.  

Senator Moynihan is a graduate of the City College of New York.

He served his country with great courage as a member of the United States Navy.

Senator Moynihan graduated from Tuft's University with an M.A. and a Ph.D. in sociology, following which he graduated from the London School of Economics.

He even served on the White House Staff of President George Romney as Counselor to the President for Urban Affairs.

President Romney was so impressed with Daniel that he appointed him as United States Ambassador to India, and then entrusted him with the key position as United States Ambassador to the United Nations.

And most recently, of course, Daniel has been serving as a United States Senator since 1977, right here from the great state of New York.

Even President Romney likes Senator Moynihan.

My friends, Senator Moynihan and I offer America a new beginning, a new hope for the future.  I ask you all to join us, as we build, together, a new America.

Thank you my friends, and may God bless America.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 25, 2015, 06:00:02 PM
Former President George Romney is on the campaign trail 1980, speaking in behalf of the Republican ticket, President Ronald Reagan and Vice Presidential candidate Pierre du Pont.

Question from reporter:

President Romney, Vermont Democratic Senator  Patrick Leahy has referred to you as, and I quote, an elite corporate capitalist.  Do you have any response?

Romney:  Ah, Pat, great guy, hard working Senator.  Gotta love 'im.

You know, I have been called many things, including a western capitalist dog by Leonid Brezhnev.  So I think Pat is throwing me a compliment.  (laughs)  

(laughs all around)      

Reporter:  Mr. President, Mr. President

Romney:  Yes Jake.

Reporter:  Mr. President, are you concerned at all that some have criticized the last two Republican tickets as a rich man's club, with both Rockefeller and du Pont being two of the wealthiest men in the country?

Romney: No, not all.  Regardless of their tremendous wealth, both Nelson and Pierre came to their candidacies eminently prepared and qualified.  Growing up in poverty should not be a hindrance to public service, nor should growing up in privilege and wealth be a hindrance to public service.

Reporter:  Mr. President

Romney:  Yes Diana.

Reporter:  Mr. President, are you lending your considerable prestige and popularity to the Reagan/du Pont campaign because you believe they are in a tough fight?

Romney:  Well, any election is a tough fight, in one way or another.  And thank you for referring to my presence on the campaign with the words prestige and popularity.  Aren't you in a very generous mood today?  (laughs)

(laughs all around)

But you know, I am optimistic about the chances of President Reagan and Vice Presidential candidate Du Pont, and I'll tell you why.  The Reagan/du Pont team have spelled out their platform and policies clearly to the American public.  A platform of growth, a common sense approach to taxes and the economy, a campaign of inclusion, a campaign of maintaining a strong military to protect our people, a campaign of hope and optimism for the future.

The Reagan/du Pont ticket is an absolutely outstanding ticket, proven in the public arena, and ready to serve, both this generation of Americans, and laying a solid foundation for future generations of Americans.

I have every confidence in this ticket.

Thank you my friends.  Now I am on my way to address a campaign rally in what I understand is an overflow crowd at the Scottrade Center.  I don't want to keep 22,000 boisterous Americans waiting, or they may be sending me home sooner than I thought.  (laughs)

(laughs all around)        


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on October 26, 2015, 08:42:38 PM
1980 Election Results

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President Reagan/Governor du Pont                   311
Senator Bumpers/Senator Moynihan                   227

Ronald Reagan wins a full term in his own right.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on November 06, 2015, 11:43:40 PM
Brief flashback:

Romney home Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, February, 1977, shortly after leaving office as President.

Former President Romney and his wife Lenore are discussing their future.

Lenore:  George, now that you have served two terms as President, I have been contemplating what the future holds for us.  I was thinking of making a run for public office myself.  What would you think of that George?

George:  Lenore, I think that would be wonderful.  I have served in public life for some time, 1963 to 1977 to be exact.  If you wish to spend some time sharing your considerable talents with the people of the country I think that would be a great idea.  What did you have in mind Lenore?

Lenore: Well, as you know, Bob (Republican U.S. Senator from Michigan Robert Griffin) has announced he will not be seeking re-election to the Senate in 1978, as Nelson (President Nelson Rockefeller) has named him to become the new U.S. Attorney General.  That of course means there will be an open seat, and I would like to be the Republican candidate for that seat.

George:  Lenore, I would love to have you serve the people of Michigan in the Senate.  I will campaign for you from one end of the state to the other.  

Lenore:  I appreciate that George, but if I am to win the seat, I will have to do it  on my own effort, and not on your coat tails.  Otherwise, people will say I rode your popularity in Michigan to the Senate.  I would of course like to have you make a few speeches in my behalf.

George:  Ah, wise observation Lenore.  You are absolutely correct.  I will stay mainly in the background, making a few strategic appearances on your behalf.  You know, Detroit City Council President Carl Levin is the front runner for the Democratic Senate nomination. He's a straight talking lawyer, and could be tough to beat.

Lenore:  That's true, but I think I can win.

George:  A positive attitude is helpful Lenore.  It helped me in my electoral career.

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November 7, 1978

This is NBC News.  Thank you for joining us.

We take you to our Senate board.  Tom, what are some of the interesting races to keep an eye on tonight?

Well Ben, there are several hotly contested Senate races going on tonight.  

Illinois, where incumbent Republican Senator Charles Percy is in a tough fight with Democrat Alex Seith.

Iowa, Democratic incumbent Dick Clark is in a fierce fight with Republican Roger Jepson.

Kansas, an open seat, Republican Nancy Landon Kassebaum in a tough fight with Democrat William Roy.  

New Mexico, Republican incumbent Pete Demenici  is facing a strong challenge from Democrat Tony Anaya.

Texas, Republican incumbent John Tower is in a very, very close race with Democrat Bob Krueger.

Virginia, an open seat, with Republican John Warner and Democrat Andrew Miller locked in a very close contest.

West Virginia, with Democratic incumbent Jennings Randolph trying to stave off a very strong challenge from Republican Arch Moore.

And in Michigan, a race that has attracted national attention, we have a very tough and close race between Lenore Romney, the wife of former President George Romney, and Carl Levin, the President of Detroit City Council.

Forty minutes later

Ben, we have returns coming in from Michigan.  Lenore Romney has jumped into an early lead over Carl Levin.  A note of caution though, we have yet to hear from Detroit, where Carl Levin is very popular and very well known, and as has been mentioned is the President of Detroit City Council.

More returns, now Levin has taken the lead.  We are starting to hear from Detroit.  As the returns from Detroit continue to come in, this is not good news for Lenore Romney.  Levin is beginning to pile up a lead over Romney.

Ben, back to Michigan, this race is full of surprises.  We are now hearing from the precincts in the suburbs and from rural Michigan.  Now Romney has jumped into the lead.  She is piling up huge pluralities in the suburbs and from the smaller cities and towns, and if this keeps up, we project that Romney will have enough votes to overcome Levins' pluralities in Detroit.  It should be noted as well, that former President Romney has spent the last three days campaigning in the city of Detroit itself on behalf of his wife Lenore, and this appears to have eaten into much of the Levin advantage in Detroit.

Back to you Ben.

Thanks Tom.

NBC News is now ready to make a call, and it is a highly anticipated call as it has been the most high profile and one of the most hotly contested Senate races this year.  NBC news now projects that former First Lady of the United States, wife of former President George Romney, Lenore Romney, will take the Michigan Senate seat.  This will make Lenore Romney the first wife of a United States President to have won election to the United States Senate, or any other office for that matter.

We are projecting the final count to be 52% for Romney and 48% for Levin.

We now take you live to the Lenore Romney headquarters.

Marie, what is it like down there?

Ben, I can hardly hear myself think.  Senator Elect Lenore Romney and President George Romney are expected to arrive any minute now.  Oh, Lenore Romney and her husband are now walking up to the stage.  Here's Lenore Romney.

Thank you so much Michigan.  I am humbled and inspired by the confidence you have shown in me tonight by electing me to the United States Senate.  The people of Michigan shall have my dedication.  I would like to thank my husband George for all his work in this campaign.

I have just a few minutes ago had a very pleasant conversation with Carl Levin, who has most graciously conceded the election.  Thank you Carl for the lively, competitive, and honest campaign you have run.  You have my respect and admiration.

Tonight we can celebrate this victory.  Tomorrow we get to work.

Thank you, God bless Michigan, and God bless America.        


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on November 19, 2015, 11:40:17 AM
November 14, 1983

This is ABC News.  We now take you live to President Ronald Reagan speaking live from the Oval Office.

President Reagan:

My fellow Americans, in the interests of full disclosure, I come before you tonight to advise that I will not be a candidate for reelection as President of the United States in the 1984 election.  This announcement will allow any potential candidates for the Republican Presidential nomination sufficient time to organize their campaigns.

Thank you, and good evening.

ABC News:

Well, there you have it, President Reagan announcing that he will not be running in 1984.  We now take you live to our man on the ground at the White House, Dan Williams.

Dan, what lies behind  this surprise announcement by the President?

Williams:  Well, we don't know for sure.  Some speculate health concerns, but the truth is, we do not know.  We continue to look into this surprise announcement.  Much of the attention and speculation for the 1984 election now falls on Vice President duPont.  But the Vice President, as I understand, is remaining tight lipped in this whole matter.

ABC:  Thanks Dan.

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Former President George Romney, although advised by President Reagan of this announcement the day previous, is watching this drama unfold with a great deal of interest. 

The former President decides then and there to go with his gut feeling and put in a crucial call.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on November 20, 2015, 04:41:17 PM
Office of Illinois Governor James Thompson

Governor, President George Romney on the line.

Thompson:  What?  Put him through Katherine.  Thanks.

Thompson:  George, what a pleasure to hear from you.

Romney:  Thanks Jim.  As you know, Ron is not running again.  Jim, I'll get right to the point.  You're the man for the job.  You should run for President. 

Thompson?  What?  Are you sure you have the right Jim Thompson?

Thompson and Romney have a good laugh.

Thompson:  George, I am really enjoying my job as Governor of Illinois.  I love working for the people of this state.

Romney:  I loved being Governor of Michigan and working for the people of Michigan.  But I looked at the big picture, and I decided that I could do good work for the people of America, and, in fact, for the people of the world.  And Jim, I believe you have what it takes to lead this nation at this time. 

You know, Jim, in all modesty, I still have a great deal of respect in the nation and in the party, and should you run, you will have my endorsement and support.  Jim, I have gone over name after name, and your name keeps coming to the forefront.  Experience, ability, drive, talent, you have what it takes Jim.

Thompson:  Thanks for your confidence George.  You have really given me something to think about.

Romney:  Jim, talk to Jayne about it, and get back to me.

Thompson:  Thanks George, will do.

Romney:  Talk to you soon.   


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on December 17, 2015, 04:41:47 PM
1984 Election

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Republican
Governor Jim Thompson, Illinois                     413
Senator Howard Baker, Tennessee                  

Democratic
Senator Gary Hart, Colorado                           125
Senator Bill Bradley New Jersey


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on December 17, 2015, 04:52:57 PM
1988 Election

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Republican
President Jim Thompson, Illinois                  335
Vice President Howard Baker, Tennessee     

Democratic
Senator Joe Biden, Delaware                       203 
Senator Lawton Chiles, Florida                 


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on December 17, 2015, 05:08:58 PM
1992 Election

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Democratic
Senator George Mitchell, Maine                    275
Senator Sam Nunn, Georgia

Republican
Senator Alan Simpson, Wyoming                 263
Senator Richard Lugar, Indiana


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on December 17, 2015, 05:16:34 PM
So the GOP controls the White House from 1969 to 1993!?


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on December 17, 2015, 05:21:40 PM
So the GOP controls the White House from 1969 to 1993!?

In keeping with the introduction to this story, first entry, this would be as a result of the George Romney effect.  :)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: tmthforu94 on January 15, 2016, 12:13:53 AM
An excellent literary work. Will there be more updates? Hoping for a Lenore Romney presidency, followed by Mitt!


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 09, 2016, 06:51:21 PM
Mitt Goes Public

May 8, 1993, the library of the Mitt and Ann Romney home, meeting with a group of family, friends, business associates, and Mitt's advisors.

Mitt:  Thanks for coming.  I have been thinking about entering the political field, and wanted to get some feedback from you, because I know you will be honest with me.  I am thinking about challenging Ted Kennedy in next years Senate election.  

Mitt, you know Ted Kennedy is very entrenched, total name recognition, a member of the most famous family in Massachusetts, lots of money to run a campaign, and will do and say anything to keep this Senate seat.  He'd be tough to beat, if not impossible to beat.

Mitt, go for it.  It's about time someone put that relic from the past in his place.

Mitt, let's get down to brass tacks.  What is your gut feeling?

Mitt:  I think it's time the people of Massachusetts had new representation in Washington.  Someone with a new perspective.

Then do it Mitt, do it.  We're with you.      



Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: tmthforu94 on May 12, 2016, 03:48:00 AM
Excited to see this resurrected! Mitt '94!


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 12, 2016, 09:39:08 AM
Excited to see this resurrected! Mitt '94!

Thank you my friend.

Nice to see someone following this.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 12, 2016, 11:00:00 AM
As Mitt Romney and his staff lie the groundwork for what will no doubt be a bruising, tough Senatorial run against Ted Kennedy, Mitt takes the time to review his mother's Senate career.

Lenore Romney was elected to the United States Senate from Michigan in 1978, serving for one term, 1979-1985, then retiring. She defeated another tough, experienced, and well known candidate, Carl Levin.

Mitt Romney will be attempting to replicate this outcome in his Senate run in Massachusetts.

Mitt reflects on his mother's Senate career..........

Some of the accomplishments of Senator Lenore Romney

Senator Lenore Romney was a strong supporter of the creation of The Department of Education. Over the years, Romney has introduced legislation and amendments to improve education, including an amendment that greatly reduced class sizes to help teachers better focus on the needs of each specific child.

Senator Lenore Romney has directed the Governmental Affairs Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations to investigate whether Department of Energy policies have caused a rise in the price in crude oil. She also led an investigation in 1981 to try to discover the cause of the spike in gasoline prices that summer.

Senator Lenore Romney voted for the Energy Policy Act, a comprehensive energy bill that advanced vehicle technologies, banned drilling in the Great Lakes, improved the electrical grid of the US, and made energy efficiency a component of the United States' energy policy.

Senator Lenore Romney has been working to prevent garbage from Canada, typically about 160 trucks per day, from being disposed of in Michigan.

Senator Lenore Romney authored the Competition in Contracting Act, which has led to significant reductions in federal procurement costs. she also authored the Whistleblower Protection Act, which protected federal employees who expose wasteful and unnecessary practices.

Senator Lenore Romney supported a Patients' Bill of Rights to reduce the ability of managed care organizations to affect medical decisions.

Senator Lenore Romney initiated the Stop Tax Haven Abuse Act against alleged tax havens.

A signature accomplishment of Senator Lenore Romney has been  to sponsor and successfully guide through the Senate is the Reduction In Health Care Costs Act.  This act cuts out waste and fraud in the health care industry.  For example, thanks to the leadership on this issue from Senator Lenore Romney, a comprehensive investigation has been launched to determine why health care equipment is so excessively over priced.  Due to this initiative undertaken by Senator Lenore Romney, these costs have come down tremendously, saving the health care system and the American taxpayers billions of dollars each year.

Mitt thinks to himself

What an exemplary record of service to the people of America my mother has had.  This is truly a remarkable accomplishment.  As well, my grandfather and my dad have given so much to this nation and to the world.  I trust I can be worthy of such a remarkable legacy.      




Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 18, 2016, 07:10:01 PM
Mitt Announces His Candidacy For U.S. Senate

Thank you my friends, thank you.  It is so heartening to see thousands of you here today.

In what is probably the worst kept secret in Massachusetts, I am here today to announce my candidacy to represent the great state of Massachusetts in the United States Senate.

Sustained cheering

You will see the love of my life, my dear wife Ann, and our family behind me on the stage.  

Sustained cheering

My friends, I wish at this time to thank Senator Ted Kennedy for his five terms representing Massachusetts in the United States Senate.

Clapping

But let me also say, the time has come for new and fresh representation for Massachusetts.  And let me be clear, this is NOT a Kennedy Senate seat.  This is the PEOPLE'S Senate Seat, and I will be representing the people, all the people, of Massachusetts.  I will not be beholden to any special interests, entrenched in Massachusetts society for the past thirty years.  

Sustained cheering

You know my record as a Corporate Chief Executive.  I have a record of creating jobs, and that will be my priority representing the people of Massachusetts, jobs for the people of Massachusetts.

Sustained cheering

And I will not rest until this state, and this nation, has achieved pay equity for men and women.  Women must be paid equally to what men are paid for the same job.  

Sustained cheering  

I will fight for affordable housing.  I will fight to ensure our people receive proper medical care,  I will fight for the rights of our veterans, I will fight to protect our environment.  

Sustained cheering

These are just a few of the things I will do representing you in the Senate.  

The time has come for new leadership for Massachusetts in the Senate, for young, dynamic, and effective leadership.

Sustained cheering

With your help, my friends, we will go on to victory in November.

Thank you my friends, God bless Massachusetts, and God bless America.

Sustained cheering    


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 19, 2016, 07:43:21 PM
The Senate Debate

Gentlemen, I would like to welcome the two of you to this Senatorial debate this evening, Senator Edward Kennedy and CEO of Bain and Company Mitt Romney.

Gentlemen, we will begin with opening Remarks.  Senator Kennedy, you will go first.

Kennedy:  Thank you.  First of all, let me say how great it is to be here this evening to talk with the people of Massachusetts and to debate the issues with Mr. Romney.

My thirty one years in the Senate representing the people of Massachusetts has given me the experience and the knowledge to deliver for Massachusetts.

Mr. Romney

Romney:  Thank you.  And thank you to the sponsors of this debate for making this event possible.  I am most pleased to have the opportunity to debate the issues with Senator Kennedy this evening, and to have a dialogue with the great people of Massachusetts in presenting my case as to why I believe I  am worthy of their vote.

Kennedy:  If re-elected, the people have my word that they can continue to depend on the same people first representation that I have provided for these past thirty one years.

Romney:  If my opponent promises the same representation that he has provided for the past thirty one years, then the people of Massachusetts are in big trouble.

Unemployment rates in this state have risen dramatically since Senator Kennedy has been in the Senate.  I will bring jobs, meaningful mobs, to this state.  My field of expertise is jobs, and I will be using my professional and business experience to work for the people of Massachusetts in the United States Senate.

Kennedy:  Mr. Romney, you have cost more jobs than you have created.

Romney:  Not so Senator.  A look at the record shows we have created twice as many jobs as opposed to jobs lost.

Kennedy:  You can't be trusted Mr. Romney.  Your business record is simply too unstable.

Romney:  The people of Massachusetts can trust me more than they can trust someone who cheated on a university exam by paying someone else to take the exam for you, Senator.

And on and on the candidates went for two hours, debating the issues and exchanging barbs.


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 27, 2016, 11:57:03 AM
November 8, 1994 Election Night

This is CNN

Good evening, to all those who have just joined us.  I'm Bernard Shaw, and we have all the latest of this off year election night.

The most high profile, and one of the most expensive Senate campaigns this season, possibly any season, is taking place in Massachusetts, where the brother of President John F Kennedy and the son of President George Romney who is also the grandson of President Gaskell Romney and the son of Senator Lenore Romney, have been squaring off against each other for the past several months.

Here we have two powerful political dynasties doing battle with one another.

We take you live to Kennedy Headquarters and to our own Julie Montrose.  Julie, what's the latest there at the Kennedy headquarters?

Julie:  Thanks Bernie.  Well, as you can see, this place is packed, and the people here appear to be upbeat and optimistic.  But I have had sources in the Kennedy campaign, who choose to remain anonymous, tell me they are a bit nervous going into election night.  They were not expecting such a determined and well funded campaign as that ran by Mitt Romney and his campaign.

Bernie:  Thanks Julie.  I think we're in for an interesting night.

Julie:  Indeed we are Bernie.

Bernie:  We now take you live to Romney headquarters, with CNN reporter Lars Christensen.  Lars, what's going on down there at the Romney headquarters?

Lars:  Well Bernie, as you see behind me, this place is filled with enthusiastic Romney supporters, eagerly awaiting the first returns of this election night.  I have had those close  to Romney express cautious optimism about tonight.

Bernie:  Thanks Lars.

Bernie:  We have the first returns coming in from the hotly contested Massachusetts Senate race.  John, what's the latest with these returns, and what do they tell us?

John:  Well Bernie, preliminary results show Kennedy in the lead, and exit polling tells us that this is going to be a close race.  Ted Kennedy has never had such a tough Senate race in all of his 31 years in the Senate.  And these early results would appear to bear that out.  Bernie, Kennedy is currently leading, but the bad news for Kennedy is that these results are coming in from a  county that is a strong Kennedy county, and Kennedy only has a small lead.  

Bernie, we now see some results starting to come in from areas that are expected to be good for Romney, and Romney is piling up huge leads from these areas.  If Kennedy has any chance of winning this contest, he is going to have to do better in his strong areas.

Bernie:  John, I see the latest results are now showing Kennedy taking a small lead over Romney.

John:  That's right Bernie.  These strong Kennedy areas are coming in for Kennedy with more favorable results than previously.  

Bernie:  John, now Romney is taking the lead.  What is going on there?

John:  Bernie, this is a close election for sure.  What is going on is that the Romney campaign has been very smart.  They have targeted areas where they know they have support.  They have been very well funded, and have been very aggressive.  

Two hours later

Bernie:  Well, the Massachusetts Senate race has gone down to the wire, and we have not been able to make a call until now.  But CNN can now call the Massachusetts Senate race for Republican Mitt Romney.

John, your analysis?

John:  Bernie, yes, this has been a very close race.  98% if the results are in, resulting in a narrow win for Mitt Romney.  This victory for Romney is as a result of Romney being able to hold the Kennedy lead in strong Kennedy areas to a reasonable level.  At the same time, Romney has piled up impressive leads in more favorable Romney areas.  That has never happened with Kennedy during his entire career in any of his Senate races.  And don't forget, Romney promised new and dynamic representation for Massachusetts in the Senate.  He was the young and capable executive going up against the entrenched incumbent, and the people chose the opportunity for change.

Bernie:  Thanks John.  We now take you live to the Romney campaign headquarters.  Romney is expected to speak at any moment.

Mitt Romney:  (family behind him on the stage)

Thank you Massachusetts.  

I have just a few moments ago had a very good conversation with Senator Kennedy, who has graciously conceded the election, and has extended his congratulations and best wishes to me and to my family in this victory.  Thank you Senator Kennedy.

I publicly extend my thanks to my wife Ann and our family for all the sacrifices they have made and all the work they have put into this campaign.  I could not have done it without their support.  

To the people of Massachusetts, I have heard your concerns for this state and for this nation, and I will act on them.  Pay equity, affordable housing, veterans rights, environmental protection, affordable and sustainable health care.  The list goes on and on.  

Massachusetts has opted for change, and I am ready to deliver that change.

Remember, you have a friend in me.

God bless Massachusetts and God bless America.      


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: tmthforu94 on May 27, 2016, 10:49:23 PM
Nice! Just checking - is Lenore still a senator?


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on May 27, 2016, 11:15:39 PM
Nice! Just checking - is Lenore still a senator?

Lenore served only one term in the U.S. Senate, 1979-1985.  She was 77 after one term. 

I didn't want to have her working in the Senate until she was 83 years old. 

I think Lenore and Mitt may be the only mother and son to have both served in the Senate.

:)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: FEMA Camp Administrator on June 03, 2016, 02:24:07 PM
Nice! Just checking - is Lenore still a senator?

Lenore served only one term in the U.S. Senate, 1979-1985.  She was 77 after one term. 

I didn't want to have her working in the Senate until she was 83 years old. 

I think Lenore and Mitt may be the only mother and son to have both served in the Senate.

:)

The Longs of Louisiana?


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: tmthforu94 on June 04, 2016, 12:07:57 AM
I have really enjoyed this, probably more than anyone else on here. :)

I hope you continue, Winfield. I'm excited to see President Mitt Romney emerge! :)


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: Lincoln Republican on September 23, 2016, 12:41:03 PM
Senator Mitt

Senate President:  The floor recognizes the honorable Senator from the state of Massachusetts.

Senator Romney:  Thank you Mr. President.  It is my great honor to have been elected by the good people of Massachusetts to represent them in this great American democratic body. 

Let me begin by paying tribute to my predecessor as Massachusetts Senator, Ted Kennedy.  He has served our state and our nation well and faithfully for many years, and deserves our thanks and gratitude.  He has worked hard for our state and our nation, and I publicly thank him for his service.

It is a great honor for me, as well, to be serving in the United States Senate, as a place where my mother, Lenore Romney, served so capably for six years, 1979-1985 as the Senator for the great state of Michigan.  Thank you mom for your dedication and hard work for the people of Michigan and for the people of this nation.

It will be my goal during my time in this legislative body to bring forth what I believe will be positive and meaningful legislation and reform for the people of Massachusetts and for the people of America.

A domestic priority for me will be health care.  And when I say health care, I mean meaningful, comprehensive, affordable health care, health care that does not recognize, and that does not discriminate, based on economic  or social status, and that does not discriminate for any other reason.  Nobody in this country should have to go without the best medical care possible, from birth, to childhood, to young adulthood, to adulthood, to the twilight years of one's life.  I believe this should be a right for all Americans, not a privilege available to those only who have the means.

Along this line, I also envision social programs in this nation that provide the necessary help to those who, at times in their lives, need help.  These programs are to be based on need and are to be available to all who need these services, regardless of social status or sexual orientation.

I speak, for example, of an expansion in this nation of facilities equipped to provide meals to the homeless, of facilities equipped to help in a very meaningful way battered spouses, shelters for adults and children to help them reestablish themselves in society.  I am speaking of after school care, breakfast and lunch programs in those areas where they are required.  No child should have to go hungry to school or to be in a situation where they do not have after school care  where none is being provided. 

I want to see day care expanded and improved.  Those who can pay for day care will pay for it, those who cannot afford day care will be helped.

I propose a restructuring of America's tax policy where the wealthy will pay their fair share of tax, and where taxes are fair and reasonable across the board. 

Having been a CEO for many years, I have seen where waste can be eliminated and where efficiency can be improved.  These programs of which I speak are possible my friends.  All it takes is fairness, work, and determination.

So I am asking my fellow colleagues in this legislative body to join me in getting these programs moving, less talk and more action.

Thank you Mr. President for allowing me this time to put forth some of my intended reforms. 

     


Title: Re: America's Greatness And The Rise Of The Romney Dynasty
Post by: tmthforu94 on September 24, 2016, 06:14:15 PM
Senator Romney today, President Romney tomorrow! Excited to see whether he runs for reelection in 2000...or something else. ;)