Ronney looks like go-to man for GOP in 2012

Republicans must have a presidential winner in 2012 or hang it up. Conservatives need a super salesman to express the diversity of their principles rather than a focused spokesman.

Both Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney can equal President Obama in rhetoric that attracts independent voters. Obama's political distortions require a Republican who can reset the conversation to real the issues.

Unfortunately, Gingrich has too much personal baggage to win. Mitt's perceived “Romney Care” experience in Massachusetts should be viewed as an asset, rather than a political liability. He is the only national leader who knows from experience what works and what won't in health care legislation.

Yes, his Mormon Faith disturbs some evangelicals. In the perspective of this Episcopalian, faith in God is paramount, compared to the narcissist current president.

Romney has the leadership experience as a governor and as a corporate executive; his business process management skills rescued the Salt Lake City Olympics. That's a resume!

Don W. Crowley

Marshalltown