I don't understand why this man's religion is such a big deal. I really don't know anything about the Mormon faith but it worked for Donnie and Marie. Their music didn't harm anyone.

Does he really need to answer any more questions about his religion? It would be nice if we could just focus on the issues and how he would lead our country as President.

Tell ya what, Mitt, I can understand why you don't like folks criticising your religion. Gosh, that must be hurtful. However, I don't particularly care for certain religions attacking ME either. Would your presidency be an inclusive one?
signed,
A Gay American, Veteran (Vietnam era), Voter

Who cares about his religion. This man is very articulate and very handsome not to mention smart. we need someonwe to represent the country who has the characteristics.

Hey Romney. Everytime the other candidates make comment about your religion, ask them about their committment to their first, second, or third wifes? How'd those work out for you? If a person can not committ and keep that committment to one person, whom they supposively love, what makes you think they will keep their committment to Americans!!!!!

Your money, good looks and political platitudes won't make legitimate criticism go away. Why not address it head-on by explaining why the more curious aspects of Mormonism do _not_ make it a mere cult of Christianity?

That's what happens when you pander to the right-wing of the Republican party.

You cast your net to catch votes…that's going to happen.

Don't act surprised Mitt. And yes the right-wing base does consider Mormonism as a cult.

I don't give a RAT'S DERRIERE what Mitt Romney's religion is. He's articulate, honest, competent, and intelligent, and by far the best choice for president in '08.

The Mormon church claims to have 12.5 million members worldwide, but they should look at just how many of those members are 'new converts' and THEN they should look at how many of those people actually STAY in the church… in my opinion, his religion is just like all the others… just another shield to hide his TRUE BIGOTRY behind…

It has been his cross to bear. I'm proud of the way he has done so. He always shows class that speaks for itself. Good job Mitt!

I think all Christians should look up or read about the Morman religion. They are not Christians as their belief in Jesus Christ is very different and one of their beliefs is they become gods after death. Sooooo all should check the Mormon beliefs out before putting their X in the square on voting day. As he did say his religion would have alot to do with the way he will run this country. In our little town the Mormons are having a open meeting to answer the question " Are Mormons Christians". Amazing how all of a sudden they are very interested in Christianity.

Sorry, IMHO Mormonism is a cult. I'm from the east coast but did a 2 year "sentence" in Salt Lake City (we were transferred there thru employment) and it was quite an eye opener. Could not get out of there fast enough. Actually, I like Romney but after our SLC experience, could NEVER support a Mormon. Sorry. It's a scary religion which, in my opinion, totally disrespects females and encourages members to spy on each other. It also extorts lots of money from its' followers and abuses it's powers. Does some good things, but from my observations, did more harm than good.

Hey Romney…if the question is bothering you. Why not just remove religion out of politics all together? It's kind of what the "founding fathers " were after anyway. Tax the churches as the businesses that they are. As for the Mormon faith…there is always going to be talk…anytime you belong to a religion that is known to have racist doctrines and promote polygamy.

Judy, I'm cutting and pasting a comment from another reader who addressed the very same comments you are making.

As a previous Methodist and convert later in life to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints I have to say that the Christ I worshiped then IS the same Christ I worship now. Absolutely, no different. I still keep in contact with my Methodist Sunday School teacher from my childhood and adore her. She set the foundation for the same Christ I worship today. Those that say otherwise are simply misinformed, and I believe purposely so in many cases. I expect that most that support this view have never even stepped into an LDS church or devoted any serious time to any reading other than anti-Mormon literature which typically selectively chooses controversial issues and uses quotes taken out of context to support mis-leading half truths. I am grateful that those of faiths other than mine have faith in their lives and in particular a belief in Christ. It is however hard for me to understand why members of other faiths attack my faith. I have no interest in attacking theirs. I have no problem with others investigating my church, in fact I invite it. However judging a candidates worthiness to serve as President of the United States based on his faith is disturbing when we consider separation of Church and state. But if you are going to use that for your criteria you better do it for all of the candidates and to the same degree. I think what you find may surprise you. From what I have seen so far, many talk the talk but I’m not convinced they walk the walk. By the way, I will not vote for a candidate simply because he is a Mormon. Harry Reid for example is a Mormon and I strongly disagree with his views. I will vote for the candidate that I think will do the best job based on his track record and my perception on who will do the best job for the country. At this point I am undecided, but have to admit that Mitt is pretty impressive.
Posted By Brian, Gloucester, VA : June 18, 2007 9:30 pm

You guys dont understand that all these attacks and smears are due to the fact the liberal media & Democrats know that he is the man to beat.
They are scared & intimidated by Mr Romney.It's all so hypocritical because Harry "Weasel 'Reid & Orrin Hatch are both Mormons.I assure you that every attack helps Romney because
it's unfair.The disgraceful leftist Boston Globe has already written dozen's of negative false articles on Romney..These are the same liberals who worship & bum kiss the Muslims .

These intolerant ignoramus should be exposed.Maybe Romney should get angry and threaten to punch ,the next idiot that insults his religion in the
mouth.
Judy do you have a monopoly on
religion ,faith or virtue ? Because you sound like a bigot or a religious nut.What don;t you understand about faith,God & Family.By the way in my opinion the Gay marriage issue will also help Romney .

Mitt, I don't want to disparage your religion, just keep you honest and force you to create a system of ethics independently. Can you do that? I don't think so.
My sister converted, and I live in UT for 14 years. I know how religious views can run state politics, and know how those who believe in "free will" can limit the use of free will by all others. As LDS you DO have to answer for the decisions made by the elders whom you charge as God's representatives on this earth.

Here are two personal stories from my time in SLC:
1. I managed a store across the street from the Temple. One Sunday, during April Conference, someone shoplifted. I tried to pursue that individual, who took off across the street, past hundreds of people standing in line to enter Temple Square for morning events. Not one person tried to help me.
2. As a student at the U of U, I tried to strike up a friendship with a student in my geology class. It turned out that the student was an RM from Singapore, and as soon as they found out that I was a gentile, they never spoke to me again.

Somewhere in the Good Book, there is a comment about knowing a person by their deeds. You must live up that. Feel freee to contact me, and let's have an honest conversation.
I know you won't, because at heart, you're a rich, self-serving politician, not a religious man.
But the offer stands.

traie how can you accuse the religon of having a past of racism? racism is based on a hatred and ignorance towards another race and there is nothing in the history of the LDS church that promoted any hatred towards any race. There is a big difference between racism and what I assume you are referring to when the priesthood was restored to all worthy people.
while Utah does not have a huge population you certainly do not find biases towards people based on the color of their skin, just ask any of the two thousand katrina victims who were transferred here and have chosen to stay most of whom were African American. They chose to stay because of how good the people treated them here which is something a lot were not used to.

I certainly don't feel anyone's religion has a place in any political arena, whether it's a round table discussion or Presidential Campaign.

However, the fact that a number of posts here state Romney is their man due to: his being handsome, smart, articulate and educated, really SCARES ME!

Our current President didn't have many more talents and look at the mess the world is in!

I sincerely hope this time around AMERICANS, ALL AMERICANS, really give a great deal of serious consideration to their choice for President. Four Years as we all can see, is enough time to do serious damage to the world!
Please scrutinize your Presidential choice carefully.

All religons started as God Cults.

Republicans used Conservative Religious politics for decades to their advantage. Now, that some Americans question a Republican's religion, then all hell is breaking loose.

What goes around, comes around.