Mitt Romney
Historical Details
Position on Issues
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2012
U.S. needs long-term tax/budget reform, not temporary fixes. Unemployment compensation is necessary but outdated; needs reform to be less expensive and encourage people to go back to work. Romney favors consumption taxes but opposes the 'fair tax' stating that it decreases the burden on the richest and poorest while increasing taxes for the middle class.
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2012
Against "amnesty" for illegal immigrants already in the U.S.; as Massachusetts governor, directed state police to enforce federal immigration laws. Romney is 'pro-fence'.
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2012
Supports 2nd Amendment but also assault weapons ban
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2012
Says U.S. should reduce dependence on foreign oil through increased drilling, more nuclear power generation, development of clean energy, and conservation. While he supports the EPA, he opposes cap and trade programs and is skeptical on whether climate change is man-made.
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2012
Pro-life
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2012
As Massachusetts governor, signed law mandating that residents buy healthcare or face tax penalty; plan does not have a public option. His Massachusetts plan was the outline for Obama's national plan, however Romney favors the repeal of Obamacare.
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Other, 2012
Against same-sex marriage but also against denial of rights. Romney has pledged to support a constitutional amendment to outlaw same-sex marriage.
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2012
Terrorism is a result of radical Islam based in the Middle East. Romney believes in sanctions to counter Iran's efforts toward nuclear weapons and would pursue military action if needed.
