boblloyd91 Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 Don't see that anyone else mentioned this, so I'll throw out a guess that Trump, knowing how poorly he did among the LDS, is doing this to get us on board with him. It's also possible (in fact quite likely) he has no idea what he's doing do is trying to find people who know how things run. 1
Okrahomer Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 4 hours ago, Scott Lloyd said: This is remarkable news if true. Few high-profile figures were harsher in their criticism of Trump during the campaign than Romney. For that reason, if it happens, it might assuage some fears about what Trump will do as president. It would be interesting to have another Mormon in a cabinet post. Previous ones I can think of are Ezra Taft Benson, George Romney (Mitt's father), David M. Kennedy and, most recently, Micheal O. Leavitt. Are there any that I'm leaving out? Terrel Bell, and while Mariner S. Eccles wasn't a member of FDR's or Truman's cabinet, he was certainly influential. 1
Calm Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 (edited) 28 minutes ago, boblloyd91 said: Don't see that anyone else mentioned this, so I'll throw out a guess that Trump, knowing how poorly he did among the LDS, is doing this to get us on board with him. It's also possible (in fact quite likely) he has no idea what he's doing do is trying to find people who know how things run. I doubt he cares enough about LDS given we are at best 2% of the population and already prone to vote republican. Otoh, Romney has some significant general political standing and is seen as more of moderate and mellow than Trump, so could ease some worries about imbalance if Trump adds him. Evangelicals voted for Trump in droves so he may feel safe enough to have a Mormon as one of his advisers. Edited November 18, 2016 by Calm 2
CMZ Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 This whole thing is going to be most interesting.
VideoGameJunkie Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 It'll be great for the country if Mitt Romney is appointed.
Popular Post Thinking Posted November 18, 2016 Popular Post Posted November 18, 2016 9 hours ago, Sevenbak said: I think that puts Mitt in a precarious situation. If he excepts the position, he will be seen as a hypocrite, going against everything that he believes in or just having done his opposition for political reasons. If he says no it will be seen as putting his hatred of Trump before love of country. It'll be interesting to see how it shakes out. Miss seeing you around and singing with you this season! Or Romney accepts the position because he believes that it's important for the new president to receive sound advice from good people. 5
The Nehor Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 Hmmmm.....do not approve of this move. #notmysecretaryofstate
why me Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 (edited) Romney is a never trumper. The position of secretary of state is very important in implimenting the Trump Doctrine. Romney is very Establishment...so an unlikely candidate for that job. However, if he comes around to the trump doctrine and swears that he will not fight trump on his foreign policy, I can see him getting the job. But it needs to be said that Romney does not occupy the room when he enters. He has a mellow personality which cost him the election. The secretary of state must get respect from foreign powers who will be in the room with him. Does he have what it takes? Edited November 18, 2016 by why me
VideoGameJunkie Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 Dang now it might look like Trump is meeting with Romney only to mend fences instead of offer him the position of Secretary of State. We shall see. The 2 will meet tomorrow at 1PM ET.
Popular Post Daniel2 Posted November 18, 2016 Popular Post Posted November 18, 2016 From what I understand, this didn't pan out for Romney as Secretary of State. In all honestly, I was glad to hear of it potentially happening, and disappointed to hear it's not going to happen... Romney would have provided some much needed political, emotional, and moral maturity and experience to the Trump administration. 5
VideoGameJunkie Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 Romney should still be appointed to do with something regarding the treasury.
BlueDreams Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 (edited) 23 hours ago, Jeanne said: Although I am not a great Romney fan, I do have to agree with you here. Our country after this election is in a turmoil and the first thing that needs to be done is to unite the Republican party first and maybe calm some nerves...the puppies are not helping with calming the young university students..If they could somehow get any reassurance from Romney..I would be all for it even if he is not of their party/choice. Who are the puppies? And I really doubt that Romney in and of himself will calm the young university folk. Millennial are predominantly democratic/liberal leaning in several areas of thought. Romney and anyone else that's getting a nod that sounds relatively sane is good. But my fears are hardly assuaged. Especially since he's Picked others like Bannon. With luv, BD Edited November 18, 2016 by BlueDreams 2
Gray Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 It would be nice to have at least one sane person in his cabinet. Romney would be a breath of fresh air by comparison. 1
BlueDreams Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 28 minutes ago, Gray said: It would be nice to have at least one sane person in his cabinet. Romney would be a breath of fresh air by comparison. I'd still feel bad for the sane one. 4
Jeanne Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 1 hour ago, BlueDreams said: Who are the puppies? And I really doubt that Romney in and of himself will calm the young university folk. Millennial are predominantly democratic/liberal leaning in several areas of thought. Romney and anyone else that's getting a nod that sounds relatively sane is good. But my fears are hardly assuaged. Especially since he's Picked others like Bannon. With luv, BD The universities have offered cry rooms/puppies for those who were extremely upset about Trump's win. My point and concern was for uniting the Republicans first. True, some students who of course were voting for Clinton would not be impressed with Romney in any capacity...but maybe it would help some..seriously..I have never seen such wimps in all my life. t is good and okay to protest...but to destroy property/flags/and beating up people..doesn't work. 1
bluebell Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 1 hour ago, BlueDreams said: Who are the puppies? The news reported that some universities were offering their students puppies to play with to help them deal with their anguish over Trump. I think that's what Jeanne meant. 1
Kenngo1969 Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 I'm ambivalent about Mr. Trump's election, but I like puppies. Can I still play with a cute puppy? Pweeeeeeeeeeeze?! 1
strappinglad Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 Romney should stay away from any position with the new admin. He was nothing if not very clear about his opinion of Trump. To me it smells of a political trap. Trump doesn't seem to forget insults and delights in sniping back. That said, and speaking of a person who really lights up a room with his presence , the current SoS is an outstanding example. 1
Calm Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 6 hours ago, bluebell said: The news reported that some universities were offering their students puppies to play with to help them deal with their anguish over Trump. I think that's what Jeanne meant. Love the idea. Brilliant. Puppies are very therapeutic.
Tacenda Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 46 minutes ago, strappinglad said: Romney should stay away from any position with the new admin. He was nothing if not very clear about his opinion of Trump. To me it smells of a political trap. Trump doesn't seem to forget insults and delights in sniping back. That said, and speaking of a person who really lights up a room with his presence , the current SoS is an outstanding example. I distrust Trump's motives also. In fact I plain just distrust... I have never had so much distrust in the system before, but it may be my age. 1
BlueDreams Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 (edited) 15 hours ago, Jeanne said: The universities have offered cry rooms/puppies for those who were extremely upset about Trump's win. My point and concern was for uniting the Republicans first. True, some students who of course were voting for Clinton would not be impressed with Romney in any capacity...but maybe it would help some..seriously..I have never seen such wimps in all my life. t is good and okay to protest...but to destroy property/flags/and beating up people..doesn't work. I agree that no one should destroy property or beat up people. But I strongly disagree about the whimps part. I was/am one who is extremely upset about his win, and I'm definitely biased, but whimp is not something people usually describe me as. I would also garuntee that virtually no one would be protesting in any form if Romney had one last election. Disappointed, sure. Some pointed articles, probably. Not protesting. i won't go into deep details as to why I am deeply effected. In short order I'm a woman of color with Mexican, immigrant, and general minority ties, who has experienced sexual harassment and minor assault as well as uncomfortable racial comments and microaggressions in my history. It really shouldn't take too much to connect the dots as to why I may even slightly be effected. But the extreme response isn't just because he's a republican, even a shoddy Republican, in office. It's what he comes to represent and what is becoming apparent will be ignored and allowed. It is the validation and galvanization that is happening among people with bigoted/sexist ideology. The SPLC has had over 300 reports of trump related hate crimes with the vast majority of that being towards minorities and women. My friend was told that after Trump gets elected he would have to "go home to where he came from" at a gas station in Orem. Ironically he is Native American so he definitely got the last word on that one. To keep this in a religious context, he actually posses a threat to religious freedom. In his camp there is talk of making a "Muslim registry" one of the men, in defense of the idea on TV, used the example of the Japanese in WWII as precedent for doing it. if you are really wondering what is going on, take a step in a minority's shoes. I could have used a puppy that week, I won't lie. Luckily I got something better in my friend and her adorable kids group hugging me hard. As well as the wonderful support of others in quiet notes of support, solidarity, and care. With luv, BD Edited November 19, 2016 by BlueDreams 4
VideoGameJunkie Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 The meeting between Trump and Romney is going to start in a few minutes.
Teancum Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 On 11/17/2016 at 6:19 PM, Scott Lloyd said: If it were to happen, Trump would be following the example of Abraham Lincoln, who appointed some of his arch rivals to his cabinet. Indeed. The fanstastic book Team of Rivals demonstrates this well.
Teancum Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 On 11/17/2016 at 6:37 PM, ERayR said: I hope Rudy is Attorney General. I also have a couple of reservations about Romney. Well you are now disappointed. Sessions got AG.
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