April 17, 2008
Posted: 03:10 PM ET
CNN

Watch Mitt Romney tell the top ten reason’s he dropped out of the race.

WASHINGTON (CNN) — At Wednesday night’s Radio and Television Correspondents Dinner in Washington, D.C., former Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney gave his “Top 10 Reasons for Dropping Out of the Race":

10. There weren't as many Osmonds as I thought.
9. I got tired of corkscrew landings under sniper fire.
8. As a lifelong hunter, I didn't want to miss the start of the varmint season.
7. There wasn’t room for two Christian leaders.
6. I was upset that no one had bothered to search my passport files.
5. I needed an excuse to get fat, grow a beard and win the Nobel prize.
4. I took a bad fall at a campaign rally and broke my hair.
3. I wanted to finally take off that dark suit and tie, and kick back in a light-colored suit and tie.
2. Once my wife Ann realized I couldn't win, my fundraising dried up.
1. There was a miscalculation in our theory: "As Utah goes, so goes the nation.”

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Marc in DeKalb, IL   April 17th, 2008 10:36 am ET

Oh Romney, you are the living end!

candian mister   April 17th, 2008 10:37 am ET

i actually liked romney!

Sterling Brown, Kansas City, MO   April 17th, 2008 10:37 am ET

actually pretty funny, but obviously we should all be able to see that Mr. Mitt did rhe Dem's a favor. he forcasted a preview into some of the Repub's attack points in the fall.

But still, pretty funny.

I wonder if Mitt was ever living in one of those polygamist camps though, he kinda has that Warren Jeffs look about him.

Mike   April 17th, 2008 10:38 am ET

Romney, you could not have won with the support of the Osmonds, The Jackson 5, or The Supremes.

Gee, I hope you are not being considered for McCain's VP slot.

The Dude   April 17th, 2008 10:39 am ET

That dinner was hilarious, especially when Mo Rocca started making fun of Dick Cheney.

Pennsylvania Democrat   April 17th, 2008 10:40 am ET

You're not funny, Mitt. Stick with what your good at, being an empty void to be filled with lies and political tactics

DEE JAY in MIMIA   April 17th, 2008 10:40 am ET

WHO CARES ABOUT HIM

honkey white guy from cali   April 17th, 2008 10:41 am ET

And this is news how come one tell me how is this CNN or the Weekly world news I mean come one now this is just nuts!!!

Go Obama 08 Yes We Can

azher   April 17th, 2008 10:42 am ET

at least be funny when you're tryin' to be funny. sheesh

John, Atlanta   April 17th, 2008 10:42 am ET

The best team in politics?? Surely you guys joust with those HUGH pinheads..

Anonymous   April 17th, 2008 10:43 am ET

If he was that funny during the campaign he might have lasted a little longer, won, or had a better shot at VP

Sharon Minnesota   April 17th, 2008 10:44 am ET

Not so funny in light of what's happening in Texas right now. Yes, I know the "official" Mormon church doesn't practice pologamy but the stigma is still there from the founders and the "prophet" of this church.

Pologamy is not the only illegal problem the Texas compound faces. Chilld abuse is not only illegal but fundamentally horribly immoral and cruel.

***AMERICAN***   April 17th, 2008 10:44 am ET

I like a man who can laugh at himself. Way to go Mitt!

Michael   April 17th, 2008 10:47 am ET

Why are we wasting news space with this article? Does anyone really care that Mitt had some writer put down a top ten list for him. This story should be on the back space of the Utah Times.

Kevin, MN   April 17th, 2008 10:47 am ET

That's almost as hilarious as the amount of money you wasted on your campaign, Mit.

Silly Romney   April 17th, 2008 10:48 am ET

jokes are for comedians!

trellskig   April 17th, 2008 10:48 am ET

Is he seriously trying to be funny…huh? hahaha

Paul   April 17th, 2008 10:49 am ET

Who cares Mr Romney

HILLARY-PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!

tiredof politics   April 17th, 2008 10:50 am ET

Romney found out the hard way that money doesn't buy everthing. At the end of the day he felt her a total loser.

Creative Woody   April 17th, 2008 10:50 am ET

Pretty clever, I must say.

Democrat.

Alex H   April 17th, 2008 10:50 am ET

Ha! Not bad, Mitt. Not bad!

lars   April 17th, 2008 10:50 am ET

His problem was not having the Scientology machine behind him,
the way Clinton does, keeping her in the race.

LAM   April 17th, 2008 10:50 am ET

Thank God somebody's able to make light of this debacle we call an election :)

Joe from PA   April 17th, 2008 10:50 am ET

Thank you ABC. Worst debate ever! What about the issues. They spent 90% of the time on tabloid journalism.

The Perpetual Student   April 17th, 2008 10:50 am ET

Reason #1: " Wasn't able to get my message across effectively!"

Mike   April 17th, 2008 10:51 am ET

Isnt there a compound in west Texas you need to be getting back to Mitt?

hsmith   April 17th, 2008 10:54 am ET

I think it is interesting that Romney was the only former presidential candidate invited to speak - think the establishment and special interests are trying to push him into the VP slot?

Marc, Tacoma Wash   April 17th, 2008 10:54 am ET

Get a life.

Obama 08

Jed in Texas   April 17th, 2008 10:55 am ET

You had a better chance Mitt as an Agnostic.

Vet for McCain   April 17th, 2008 10:55 am ET

Maybe Obama could create a top ten list after he losses to McCain.

Ron, TX   April 17th, 2008 10:56 am ET

I'm an Obama-man but that was pretty funny!

cynthia   April 17th, 2008 10:56 am ET

Loved it…..Number 5 is alive….way to go Mitt.

tim   April 17th, 2008 10:56 am ET

he's a funny guy!

Marco   April 17th, 2008 10:56 am ET

He'd David Letterman now?

Mike   April 17th, 2008 10:56 am ET

Who is this guy?

julie   April 17th, 2008 10:57 am ET

The man has a good sense of humor, thats a GOOD thing but anyone supporting Obama has no humor just ,anger,resentment,and hate!

Ken   April 17th, 2008 10:57 am ET

The funnest part is that he is not in the race.

Twaid   April 17th, 2008 10:58 am ET

Why do politicians wait till they're not running to be funny?

Tim, Atlanta GA   April 17th, 2008 10:58 am ET

I wonder in what category he could win the Nobel prize? I…. really can't think of anything.

Brian from Iowa   April 17th, 2008 10:58 am ET

Haha … that's awesome. You have to hand it to Mitt — he has a wonderful sense of humour.

Anon   April 17th, 2008 10:59 am ET

Haha, pretty funny. Who'd have thought the mannequin had it in him?

Shawna   April 17th, 2008 11:00 am ET

very funny, I think he should have stayed in the race

Doug Campbell   April 17th, 2008 11:00 am ET

Funny, Mitt. Nice work. I hear Letterman needs writers. Looking for a gig?

Karen   April 17th, 2008 11:01 am ET

Nice sense of humor. Very funny.

Conservatives will eat the Liberals!   April 17th, 2008 11:01 am ET

Mitt will rise from the grave and stomp down the liberals like Godzilla on a meth binge in 2012! Go Mitt!

Tootie   April 17th, 2008 11:01 am ET

ROMNEY & McCAIN 08

SURE WINNERS

Disgusted   April 17th, 2008 11:01 am ET

Mormon trash. I'm glad he dropped out, we don't need something as vile as a Mormon in the White House.

Mike   April 17th, 2008 11:01 am ET

Very rare quality that someone is able to laugh at themselves…

ljmoon   April 17th, 2008 11:02 am ET

Romney,
the joke is on you, as a politician!
not even with all your money could you garner enough votes to be taken seriously….you could only wish you would get a Nobel peace prize…(READ: it can't be bought)

Bill, LA   April 17th, 2008 11:02 am ET

If I weren't so bitter, I'd laugh. Wait, I don't live in small town America. So I do and can laugh.

Mitt's sense of humor is pleasantly surprising.

matt   April 17th, 2008 11:03 am ET

Too bad he didn't win, I think he is the only one qualified to fix the economy.

Mike - Texas   April 17th, 2008 11:03 am ET

It is great when you can laugh at yourself.

I just wish that more people understood the true potential that ths man has. It is a shame that people were biased about his religion.

And all we are left with are 3 "bottom of the barrel" candidates.

Clinton or McCain for me -- no Obama.   April 17th, 2008 11:03 am ET

That is the funniest thing I've ever read. Very clever.

Nicolas-Karl from Québec , Canada   April 17th, 2008 11:04 am ET

Would you lighten up ! I tought that was pretty funny actually . Isn't there anybody in the U.S. that doesn't take offence in comedy? This election is so partisan that it's like watching Yankees and Sox fans battle it out in the crowd. Isn't there any place for context , logic , rationale or reflexion in the political scene ? People say that politicians are screwed up , but they represent people that are just as well

Karen   April 17th, 2008 11:04 am ET

Funny! It is nice to know there are politicians that can laugh at themselves!

T   April 17th, 2008 11:04 am ET

yeah sure, he has $300 million in the bank
and he wants to destroy social security.
thanks

Cammi317   April 17th, 2008 11:05 am ET

Now that's comedy!

Mickey   April 17th, 2008 11:05 am ET

Very funny! What a guy to be able to laugh at himself!

Heart   April 17th, 2008 11:05 am ET

Romney, the future is still in your hands. I will be watching and ready to support.

Doug Anderson   April 17th, 2008 11:06 am ET

Funny.. but true.
Favored Mitt over John "The Flip Flop" McCain, who is now trying to act like a conservative which he is not..

Tony   April 17th, 2008 11:06 am ET

Like him or not, that is pretty funny stuff.

karen from va   April 17th, 2008 11:06 am ET

I really liked the one about his hair. Always great to see someone who can take himself lightly. Goodness knows we need it.

Tony   April 17th, 2008 11:07 am ET

BTW: "Mormon Trash?" Look in the mirror if you want to see trash.

Michael Lorton, Virginia   April 17th, 2008 11:07 am ET

Good humor is one of the best articles of dress one can wear in society………..I think it was his way of laughing at what he didn't get when he thought he sould have had it………the Republican nonminee..

Former Mitt Romney Supporter   April 17th, 2008 11:08 am ET

I am a former mitt romney supporter, but now i will be voting for Sen. Obama in the general election.

Anonymous   April 17th, 2008 11:08 am ET

Sharon,

Honestly, what does Texas have to do with Mitt at all????

It is ridiculous that people are too ignorant to check a few basic facts. Your comment regarding the "official" stance of the church and the "prophet" reflect poorly on your ability or willingness to research anything subjectively.

Polygamy has not been practiced by the LDS church for over 100 years. Your equating the actions of a brake off group of the LDS church to the LDS church is like equating the actions of any Protestant church to the Catholic church… they are clearly different churches and it is a pretty silly notion to equate them.

Mark Ramsey MD   April 17th, 2008 11:09 am ET

We all need to be able to laugh at ourselves. Good for you Mitt.
GO HILLARY '08!!!!

Edana Popp   April 17th, 2008 11:09 am ET

that's funny. maybe he can give McCain lessons.

Venus   April 17th, 2008 11:10 am ET

Way to go Mitt! Keep laughing and enjoying life!
Go Obama!

Wisconsin   April 17th, 2008 11:10 am ET

Maybe Obama will have a top ten list of all the resons he beat McCain in Nov.

Go Obama

Photon Torpedo Dallas, TX   April 17th, 2008 11:11 am ET

Pretty good Mitt.

Yes We Can & Yes We Should
Obama 08′

Wisconsin   April 17th, 2008 11:11 am ET

Maybe Obama will have a top ten list of all the reasons he beat McCain in Nov.

Go Obama

Red October   April 17th, 2008 11:11 am ET

funny, he hit the bullseye with number 4 :D

Ian   April 17th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Number 11 - Because I'm a crazy mormon

ABC is a joke   April 17th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Leave the jokes to comedians

CHERYL FOR HILLARY   April 17th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Mitt you are finally useful.

Go Hillary. I know we won't win. Leave me alone.

Hillary 08. (Imagine no caps)

Steve   April 17th, 2008 11:13 am ET

That list was the ONLY thing he's said that has been worth listening to since he started his campaign…..(I'm sure he didn't write it himself either)

Paul   April 17th, 2008 11:13 am ET

Where is the Dennis Kucinich top 10?

10. Tin foil hats waste natural resources…

Dubya   April 17th, 2008 11:14 am ET

Sterling Brown, you should know that Mitt's Church has never been affiliated with Warren Jeff's and the FLDS Church. Mitt has a wonderful family and would never be involved in something like.

dani   April 17th, 2008 11:14 am ET

dont regret it cos pope have endorse barack today with the message of hope, so wat is americans waiting for to crown b.obama the president.

Joseph   April 17th, 2008 11:14 am ET

Actually pretty funny, lol. The Mormon attacks, are unwarranted though. There are some really ignorant people in this world, and unfortunately alot of them will be voting for Obama in the fall.

Utah Mormon   April 17th, 2008 11:15 am ET

To Sharon Minnesota: What's happening in Texas right now has absolutely NOTHING to do with Romney poking fun at himself or with the Mormon Church. The FLDS is similar to the Mormon (or LDS) Church in name only. Comparing these people to the Mormon Church of the last 110+ years is tantamount to saying that white families from the South whose ancestors once owned slaves are still racist slave drivers.

The constant comparison between the FLDS and my church was only slightly annoying at first - but I'm really starting to get ticked off now. People with any knowledge about my religion know that the FLDS and those of us who are Mormon are more different from each other than we are the same. Especially when it comes to polygamy and child abuse that the FLDS group practices.

As for Romney - he's good guy, Im sure. But he never had my vote. Go Obama!

Paul   April 17th, 2008 11:16 am ET

As Larry the Cable Guy says, "I don't care who you are. That's funny."

Mitt for VP runner-up in November!

Rosa   April 17th, 2008 11:16 am ET

A plastic, bobble head to the end… the slam about Mr. Gore was not needed.

norb   April 17th, 2008 11:16 am ET

Mitt, you'll never win a nobel prize. Maybe you McCain and Joe Lieberman can put yourselves to use and start changing the oil on those beer trucks.

gary   April 17th, 2008 11:16 am ET

This is funny. I prefer "Mitt, the affable friendly fellow who doesn't take himself to seriously" to Mitt, the guy who has any job that my taxes pay for"

Alex H   April 17th, 2008 11:18 am ET

funny, he hit the bullseye with number 4 :D
Ian April 17th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Number 11 - Because I'm a crazy mormon
————————————————————

And people say there's no antipathy?

I rest my case.

carlo   April 17th, 2008 11:19 am ET

Well, Julie, I'm an avid Obama supporter, and I think that his comments are pretty darn funny.

DJ   April 17th, 2008 11:19 am ET

Very funny. I don't know what it is, though, that makes me uncomfortable about him and why I couldn't vote for him.

JJ   April 17th, 2008 11:19 am ET

That was great! Gotta love a pol with guts. I don't care who wrote those jokes. That was the funniest thing I've ever heard at that dinner. And nothing could be truer than the Nobel Prize being for sale!

Michigan voter   April 17th, 2008 11:20 am ET

Why do posts have to be so ugly! This is a lighthearted fun story and some of you gave gone way off the deep end! Laughing at yourself is a wonderful quality! Good job Mitt….

Brian in Austin   April 17th, 2008 11:20 am ET

Amazing how many haters there are out there … I especially like "honkey white guy from cali" with this comment:

"And this is news how come one tell me how is this CNN or the Weekly world news I mean come one now this is just nuts!!!"

Get a life, honkey!

Well done, Mr. Romney!

Nick   April 17th, 2008 11:21 am ET

Good stuff.

McCain - Romney 2008

Soupy   April 17th, 2008 11:21 am ET

First one was the only good one.

HillarySkank on myspace   April 17th, 2008 11:21 am ET

Mitt, this is some funny stuff. I think you would have done better if you were able to convey this when you were running.
Anyway, good luck on that Nobel Prize thing. May I recommend a couple Ben and Jerry pints each night with your dinner, it helped me out with the getting fat part :)

Alonzo Demetrius   April 17th, 2008 11:22 am ET

If the republicans used the same vote spread in the primaries that the democrats do, Romney would still be in the race and the republicans would be fighting nasty like the dems are. See, the republicans are smarter…

Brian   April 17th, 2008 11:23 am ET

I will just add a comment here because CNN won't post mine anywhere else.. CNN I hope you enjoyed the debate last night, I know you are all rooting for Obama and I know you know he got his butt kicked last night. Let's not forget, most of Obama's supporters had NEVER EVEN HEARD HIS NAME before last fall. Wait til we learn more–and expose it–about this shady character :)

Raulus Chinler   April 17th, 2008 11:23 am ET

Mormon trash? As a trashy Mormon, I know Mormon trash. Romney may be Mormon, but he's not trash.

Patriot   April 17th, 2008 11:23 am ET

You must be on drugs if you believe the Pope has endorsed Barak because he mentioned hope. "Hope" is a Christian synonym for Faith. It is the Hope of the Promise to come in the afterlife.

So cut it with your garbage. It is not appropriate.

I am sure that the Pope has his opinions but he is smart enough to stay out of our politics. Same goes for "Peace" All popes pray for peace and so do Christians all over the world.

But as I told my children many times. There will be no peace until you die. The earth is filled with hate and anger, not peace.

ladymary   April 17th, 2008 11:24 am ET

crazy Mormon????? Be careful your prejudice is showing. I guess you didn't like Donnie or Marie either.

wha..?   April 17th, 2008 11:25 am ET

This list is clearly in the flavour of David Letterman and I think it's great that he has the guts to laugh at himself. I wonder what people would think if he wasn't a Mormon. As for people who are lamenting the "wasting" of precious news space on this website, if there's room enough for your blog, then there's room enough for this, just ask Al Gore, he invented the dang thing.

Praetorian, Fort Myers   April 17th, 2008 11:25 am ET

We could use politicians like Mitt who don't believe that America should have up to 30% of potential taxpayers–and all politicians on the governments teat.

Chief lagosboy, NJ   April 17th, 2008 11:25 am ET

# 11 Because you are a loser and a moron!

Our President Obama 08′ & 12′

Brandon   April 17th, 2008 11:25 am ET

Mitt Romney trying to be hip/funny= FAIL

Tyson   April 17th, 2008 11:27 am ET

You still have my vote Mitt in 2012, and definitely this year if McCain has any brains and asks you to be his running mate. You the man Mitt! It's time for some IQ and some Economics Acumen in the White House!!!

Amy   April 17th, 2008 11:27 am ET

How many of the "benchmarks" has the Iraqi government met so far? And what's the hold up?

Andy J, NY   April 17th, 2008 11:27 am ET

I'll say it, yet again: Romney is an alright dude. I like him.

JMP   April 17th, 2008 11:27 am ET

I like Mitt's attitude!

lucas   April 17th, 2008 11:28 am ET

Those were pretty good. He's actually more likable since he dropped out–maybe cause he relaxed a bit more.

solo   April 17th, 2008 11:29 am ET

Hes awesome and hed be a great leader unlike the current racist punk from chicago.

just a thought   April 17th, 2008 11:32 am ET

Hillary did so good last night and CNN hasn't reported good things about her so how much is obama sending for you not to report his negatives. His campaign has been as negative as Clinton but yet you don't report that……

bill stevens   April 17th, 2008 11:32 am ET

what a dick…it's okay not to like al gore, but when someone wins a nobel prize…you don't take a slap at that accomplishment and that institution dick brain!

Marc, Tacoma Wash   April 17th, 2008 11:33 am ET

Cheryl, finally you got something right. You won't win and Hillary did say "Yes, Yes, Yes!" Come over to our side Cheryl if you want real change.

Alex H   April 17th, 2008 11:33 am ET

funny, he hit the bullseye with number 4 :D
Ian April 17th, 2008 11:12 am ET

Number 11 - Because I'm a crazy mormon
————————————————————

And people say there's no antipathy?

I rest my case!

Veterans for Obama   April 17th, 2008 11:35 am ET

Why is he still talking?

Anonymous   April 17th, 2008 11:36 am ET

MSNBC closed their comment section on this article.

Bradley   April 17th, 2008 11:36 am ET

I'm not a fan of Mitt's politics, but I have to give him credit–it's good that he has a sense of humor about the whole thing.

Nikki   April 17th, 2008 11:36 am ET

Pretty funny Mitt!

david   April 17th, 2008 11:36 am ET

At least a good sense of humor.

HILLARY 08

Ephy   April 17th, 2008 11:38 am ET

Hi Mitt.:
well, you're lying in here.
Th truth is, you could not figure out where you were bound for, and yes no ROAD that could get you there.

Steve, Madison WI   April 17th, 2008 11:38 am ET

I think it is funny & i'm voting for Obama. Lighten up everyone!

Midge from Ohio   April 17th, 2008 11:39 am ET

Way to go Romney! Isn't it ironic that hoardes of people vote for someone who sits in church and listens to the likes of Rev. Wright, but they don't want to vote for a moral, good family man, intelligent man like Romney.

ds   April 17th, 2008 11:40 am ET

That was funny. If the LDS keeps growing at its current rate, he should be a viable candidate within a few years.

Nancy   April 17th, 2008 11:41 am ET

Too funny.

jaci in oregon   April 17th, 2008 11:41 am ET

looks like old mittens is gearing up for 2012!!! seeing the success of obama and going for the youth vote. sorry mittens, we dont want you now or ever!!!

that said, #4 and #10 are funny!

BD   April 17th, 2008 11:42 am ET

I wouldn't vote for that guy in a million years (about as long as McCain thinks we should stay in Iraq).
But I have to say, that was a pretty funny Top 10 list.

angelarock   April 17th, 2008 11:43 am ET

I appreciate some good humor in this whole election. It sure hasn't been light hearted in the Dem quarter, did you catch the last debate? That was terrible, but this was funny. Go Mitt!

Tolu   April 17th, 2008 11:44 am ET

Hardee har har…

Sue   April 17th, 2008 11:47 am ET

I thought it was pretty funny. By the way cheryl, thanks! Go OBAMA

edo   April 17th, 2008 11:47 am ET

STUPID

Stacy Clarks, TX   April 17th, 2008 11:47 am ET

SOME of them were funny, most were not…..but back on track

OBAMA 08!!!!!!!!!!!!

Steve   April 17th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Self-deprecating humor is the mark of a self-confident, mature man. Good for you, Mr. Romney!

Colin   April 17th, 2008 11:50 am ET

Not a Mitt Romney fan, but that was funny enough to be a David Lettermen Top 10 list

Obama 08

Tanya K   April 17th, 2008 11:51 am ET

Nice to see some people can still have a sense of humor. We could all learn from that.

sara   April 17th, 2008 11:51 am ET

ok that wasn't funny AT ALL

Jon, West Chester PA   April 17th, 2008 11:51 am ET

That was pretty funny. Lighten up people! You haters are nuts, I bet you are miserable and sad all the time.

Nanc, MN   April 17th, 2008 11:51 am ET

While I didn't care for Romney, I laughed at this list. Thanks Obama for making everyone so bitter there is no room left for humor in this world.

TW Harris   April 17th, 2008 11:52 am ET

As usual, you miss the point. Those were not the real reasons you lost.

James   April 17th, 2008 11:54 am ET

Hilarious stuff. Gotta love a guy who can joke about himself.

I like Romney and think that he would compliment McCain.

Val   April 17th, 2008 11:56 am ET

I think that's very funny!!! Good sense of humor Mitt!
Especially #1.

VOTE OBAMA

Walt, Belton,TX   April 17th, 2008 11:58 am ET

How about the general populace trusts mormons about as much as muslims.

RFP   April 17th, 2008 11:58 am ET

Wow, this is pretty funny. :)

Independent   April 17th, 2008 12:01 pm ET

Face it Mitt——- You "got your message " across, trouble was they ( the average voter) understood and didn`t like it.

Jim   April 17th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

Lighten up Democrats, Romney has a good sense of humor.

Cynthia   April 17th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

Who cares unless he is John McCain's running mate.

Anthony Flint, MI   April 17th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

Love the Osmond crack! Lifelong Democrat here, but I can appreciate anyone who can laugh at themselves…

Here's to Mitt being a good public servant once again…

Smith   April 17th, 2008 12:05 pm ET

I am very BITTER about the fact that Hillary had 8 years

in the PRIME of her life .. to effectuate

health care reform and

she DID NOT SUCEED then

I will NOT give the job to her again NOW!

Dave Chicago, IL   April 17th, 2008 12:06 pm ET

A good politician can take a joke or two even if it's on him.

Delaware   April 17th, 2008 12:07 pm ET

The DNC might be facing the same thing they did in 1984 if they do not choose the candidate the people choose.

Sharon Minnesota   April 17th, 2008 12:08 pm ET

No appologies here. Re-read my statement and THINK!

No Mitt Romney   April 17th, 2008 12:08 pm ET

Hey Mitt, you missed the actual truthful reason why you dropped:

1) You were DEFEATED by McCain and there was no hope you could win…you did your Math
2) You were too ugly to be a president

relevance   April 17th, 2008 12:10 pm ET

Why is the dinner news worthy? It doesn't belong on the political news ticker.

Apostate (Gasp!)   April 17th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Not enough room for two Christians in the White House??? When will the LDS church realize that they're not real Christians?

(Knee-jerk "yes we are, you silly apostate!" reaction in 3…2…1… ;)

Dave C - NJ   April 17th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

Get a life you bitter old hens.
I'm a Dem but think this was a great light-hearted ticker piece.
The nay sayers on here need to take a xanex.

Mitt fan   April 17th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

I miss Mitt.

ShirleyAnne, Vancouver, B.C.   April 17th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

I believe if and only if Mitt Romney is the candidate for Vice President the Republicans may have a chance. This guy is gold and is being overlooked.

Chris, Middletown, CT   April 17th, 2008 12:13 pm ET

actually….thats funny

Paul, in Iowa   April 17th, 2008 12:14 pm ET

Mitt & Hillary get the "GO NEGATIVE" campaign awards of the year. 2nd best is not good enough. But at least Mitt got it and got out before he brought down the GOP. Get it Hillary?

Obama 08′

Cox Lomanare   April 17th, 2008 12:14 pm ET

The Pope came to America for a real Italian Pizza.

lola Planner, Houston, Texas   April 17th, 2008 12:15 pm ET

That comment against Al Gore is pretty low and not that funny, just mean. How is Romney going o save the world–cut down on hair products?

Dexter   April 17th, 2008 12:16 pm ET

Mitt, I really wanted to like you man, but you look like my boss…I hate my boss, but not as much as those jokes…yikes!

Penn State   April 17th, 2008 12:18 pm ET

There must be a bunch of Obama supporters in here. I can tell by all of the "BITTER" comment.

I know that this will not be posted because CNN is Obama's mother.

REM   April 17th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

Can only the politician you support can poke fun (at themselves no less) and have it be humorous? Please, people…get the sour pickle out of your mouth and lighten up! I thought it was all in good fun and pretty funny too.

Chinyere   April 17th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

I support Obama. I always liked Mitt Romney. He came across as a decent and nice human being. I wish he had the GOP nomination.

JA   April 17th, 2008 12:22 pm ET

Actually, this is pretty hilarious.

Ryan from Canada   April 17th, 2008 12:23 pm ET

Many of these comments are dissapointing, a guy makes some funny jokes and you rip on him due to his religion. Its sad to see that predudice. Its no wonder, the reputation of americans has gone in the toilet. shame on you.

Go Obama, the only one that can fix that problem!

Mike   April 17th, 2008 12:23 pm ET

Smith,

Let's see you taken on a multi-billion dollar drug and insurance industry with the limited abilities of a first lady and try to break the stranglehold they have on our society. They spent multi-millions spinning against Hillary's healthcare program. They hypnotized everyone into believing that it is ok to have universal police and fire protection but not medical.

Dont be dumb, vote for Hillary. As president she will have the tools needed to do it right that she did not have before.

Eric   April 17th, 2008 12:23 pm ET

Great humor and must be a great guy to give such candor about some of the ways he might be viewed!

jp   April 17th, 2008 12:25 pm ET

How about a little punctuation or syntax in the comments, folks? It's a sad superpower whose news-reading citizens can't put together coherent sentences.

Julie Thomas   April 17th, 2008 12:25 pm ET

Only need one reason to not pick him as a VP:
1. He is a jerk.

R P Revolution   April 17th, 2008 12:25 pm ET

There is only one legitimate reason that Romney had to suspend his campaign and it's name is RON PAUL .
ronpaul2008.com

Rancid Smelling Phart   April 17th, 2008 12:26 pm ET

His top 10 is almost as hilarious and silly as the notion that Obama or Hillary would be a good president. Now that is both laughable and terrifying at the same time. It's funny, because they are both idiots and terrifying because there are a lot of idiots in the country who actually believe it.

Kevin   April 17th, 2008 12:26 pm ET

For a lot of folks that don't care about Romney, they sure waded in with their opinions.

Ron, St. Johns, AZ   April 17th, 2008 12:26 pm ET

For those of you who didn't think this was funny, you obviously did not follow Romney's campaign, nor the various pot shots taken at him. It is the mark of an exceptional human being who can turn and laugh at himself–despite the pot shots.

But despite the good humor, this is an unfortunately sad reminder that America has missed, for now, its oppourtunity to be led by a man who is perhaps the most capable leader to offer himself up for public service in a generation. Romney was and is what the country needs.

So, for now let's hope we get…
McCain/Romney 2008

and then…
Romney 2012

and/or
Romney 2016.

Reagan Democrat   April 17th, 2008 12:26 pm ET

Bhwahaha.

Very funny Gov. Romney.

I will be voting for you and McCain.

NObama!!! No on cult of personality and no actual substance.

Go McCain/Romney 2008

seymore, pa   April 17th, 2008 12:27 pm ET

It's nice to see him have a sense of humor.

CHERYL FOR HILLARY   April 17th, 2008 12:28 pm ET

HILLARY WON THE DEBATE LAST NIGHT!!!!!!!

IT IS ABOUT TIME THAT OBAMA WAS MADE TO ANSWER ALL THE QUESTIONS ABOUT HIS SHADY PAST!!!!!!!!

NOW WE HAVE THE INFO!!!!!!

WHO IS THE BETTER CANDIDATE? EASY…………………………..

HILLARY CLINTON!!!!!!!!

Tanya   April 17th, 2008 12:28 pm ET

It is really funny! Mitt finally got himself a good speech writer… a bit late though.

CHERYL FOR HILLARY   April 17th, 2008 12:30 pm ET

HILLARY LEADS IN THE POLLS!!!!!!!

YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION TO ALL OF US HILLARY!!!!!!!

WHEN YOU WIN PENNSYLVANIA IT WILL BE THE BEST BIRTHDAY GIFT I HAVE EVER GOTTEN!!!!!!!

YOU GO GIRL!!!!!!!!!!!

Kathryn Irby - Metairie, LA   April 17th, 2008 12:30 pm ET

Or a few more of his wives!!!

seah   April 17th, 2008 12:30 pm ET

Eweeeeeeeeeeeeeeee who mentioned Obama in this

He is such a bitter pathetic person!

David E7   April 17th, 2008 12:31 pm ET

Those are the most endearing comments I have ever heard Mitt Romney make, even if the words were once again put into his mouth by someone more clever.

Glen,   April 17th, 2008 12:31 pm ET

The only ones on this blog who don't seem to have a sense of humor are BO supporters (with exceptions), they seem to have taken BO's word gaffe on bitterness to heart. For people who are supposed to be for change you certainly represent the worst of politics. Dirty tactics, snide comments, name calling. Come on BO supporters try and change.

New Mexico   April 17th, 2008 12:33 pm ET

History may repeat itself for the Democratic Party like 1984 when mendale ran for office if superdelagate vote contrary to the popular vote. It will be a nice gift to John McCain.

JAC   April 17th, 2008 12:34 pm ET

Nice to see he has a sense of humor.

Nathan   April 17th, 2008 12:35 pm ET

Everyone–who thinks that Mitt *actually believes* those are the reasons he lost–needs to take a step back and look at their lives. To those of you who used this as another opportunity to rant: Congratulations, your venom holds no bounds and its poison will be the death of you.

Yep that was a pock shot at Al Gore, but let's be honest, he's the best fodder comedians have had since Dan Quayle. Okay maybe Dick Cheney, but former VPs never get respect…

I smirked a couple of times while reading it, but I didn't laugh aloud. I'm just glad that someone is trying to take a step back from the partisan charged election to relax.

Jody   April 17th, 2008 12:35 pm ET

Okay people, this is the age of the Internet. There is not more "news space." The "news space" is virtually infinite. This is news because CNN says it's news and they can sell ad space on this page. AND YOU READ IT, so you must have been a little interested. YOU COMMENTED ON IT, so you must be more than just a little interested. STOP WHINING ABOUT WHAT IS NEWS.

I am offended at those who compare Mitt Romney to the FLDS polygamists in Texas. There is nothing in his personal history to even insinuate such a thing. It is always the so-called open-minded ones that are first to bring such heinous allegations.

Joshua College Station Texas   April 17th, 2008 12:35 pm ET

Ha ha ha–actually pretty funny. Well, it's good he can laugh at himself. It's nice. As a candidate, he scared the h**l out of me. I never had a problem with his religion, but his platform was fascist.

Jeanne   April 17th, 2008 12:35 pm ET

Not to mention that he never was a viable candidate to begin with.

delbranson   April 17th, 2008 12:35 pm ET

Democratic Obama supporter here, and nah, I don't imagine I'd have ever voted for Romney. Probably some of funniest comments to come from a politician this primary season though. Laughed out loud, myself. If he'd been this freewheeling on the trail he might have done better. Good on Mitt though, had me rolling. Cheers!

Dannyboy   April 17th, 2008 12:36 pm ET

CNN, you are a joke. You won't post my comment about how Democrats need to lighten up and stop taking things so seriously, yet you post Penn State's comment about how Penn State's comment won't get posted because "CNN is Obama's mother."

Go FOX News. CNN couldn't find "balance" in a sentence if I spotted it the b-a-l-a-n-c and e.

Uggggh.

rbn alexandria, mn   April 17th, 2008 12:37 pm ET

CNN only posts the comments from people they understand or less intellegent then themselves. Not to many bright ideas ever seem shared or are think tank worthy. A few dollars & a good news anchor could blow them out in no time. Its like "the crops that do not reproduce because of to much cloning." Come on CNN, get it on.

Frank, Missouri   April 17th, 2008 12:38 pm ET

I support Obama, but I have to give it to Romney that although I don't agree with him on the issues - he is a nice person.

In contrast with Clinton - I agree with her on most of the issues but I can't stand that person at all. I would not vote for her because I don't trust a word she says and I would not reward her campaign style with my vote.

David   April 17th, 2008 12:39 pm ET

That's actually pretty funny stuff. The gab at Al Gore made me laugh out loud.

I liked Romney.

Stouble Dandard   April 17th, 2008 12:43 pm ET

Where are the moderators in this room? Why is there uncensored and derogatory comments against Mormons? If there were the usual ignorant hate words used regarding the remaining three candidates, would CNN even blink an eye? Heaven forbid we ever say the word 'black' these days without repurcussions.

JT   April 17th, 2008 12:43 pm ET

Ten more reasons why Romney should not hold high public office–like we needed more…

Marilyn   April 17th, 2008 12:44 pm ET

Pretty funny even though I didn't like the guy. It's good to know some people can still laugh at themselves.

Amazed at Work   April 17th, 2008 12:45 pm ET

That's pretty funny…he should have been that funny during the actional campaigning.

james, newport, KY   April 17th, 2008 12:45 pm ET

funny stuff, mitt. had you done this 6 months ago, you might be the nominee. (see: bob dole on letterman after election 96)

the dig on al gore was a good one. sadly, many americans believe every word that loon says.

kathleen retired Professional w/woman for obama   April 17th, 2008 12:46 pm ET

I can't stand Mitt Romney or Cheney, or McCain
True and real "elitists." The list in Washington
is long, which would include, of course, Hillbat.
I am sick of people that live off our taxmoney and
think there are better.

Tyrone Brown, Seattle, WA   April 17th, 2008 12:46 pm ET

My “Top 10 Reasons for Mitt Dropping Out of the Race":

1. Trying to sell himself as a social conservative
2. Coming across as slick, prepackaged and re-packaged again
3. Flip-flopping (willing to tell us whatever we wanted to hear)
4. Losing in Iowa, New Hampshire, Michigan, Florida and the list goes on…
5. Being awkward on the campaign trail
6. YouTube
7. Inability to make a genuine connection with the American people
8. The evangelicals didn’t buy it (see #9 for the reason why)
9. The “white elephant” in the room - the evangelical fear of Mormonism

…and the top reason for Mitt droppoing out of the race!!!

10. Mike Huckabee

Tyrone Brown
37th Legislative District State Delegate / Obamacrat
Seattle, WA

Derin Scottsdale, AZ   April 17th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

I have to admit that Mitt was pretty funny last night. You always knew that he was extremely smart and successful, but it was nice to see that he could be self-deprecating.

It's unfortunate that he is not the selected Republican nominee. We need someone that is extremely smart and has avoided so many of the scandals that have plagued the current candidates!!

mj   April 17th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

to lars:
Regarding the rumors that the Clinton machine is being
supported by the Church of Scientology -

It's not whether it's proven true, but that it so easy to believe.

Clinton is just so mechanical and deceptive, you can't rule it out

Carrie   April 17th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

had he used that sense of humor on the campaigne trail he would still be in the race today!

Nathan   April 17th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

Everyone–who thinks that Mitt *actually believes* those are the reasons he lost–needs to take a step back and look at their lives. To those of you who used this as another opportunity to rant: Congratulations, your venom holds no bounds and its poison will be the death of you.

Yep that was a pock shot at Al Gore, but let's be honest, he's the best fodder comedians have had since Dan Quayle. Okay maybe Dick Cheney, but former VPs never get respect…

I smirked a couple of times while reading it, but I didn't laugh aloud. I'm just glad that someone is trying to take a step back from the partisan charged election to relax.

kathleen retired Professional w/woman for obama   April 17th, 2008 12:50 pm ET

Oh, Radio commentators, would that include Ann Coulter, Rush
Limbaugh, Hannity, Corville? Let's have the list of names of who's
who in Radio Commentators. American's made them millions and
basically they are against us. Not all! Not all!
I cannot wait until we get our graduates to take over your jobs.
Then you can take your millions and go to Dubai.
Do I sound bitter? Well, these hot shot liars make me bitter!

linda   April 17th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

Let's see : Hillary Clinton has showned she is a honest person, a person who likes to get things done for the good of the country, she works very hard to win votes, Unlike obama, who is a bad loser and does not seem to realize that all the mud slinging he is doing is very negative because it gives a terrible image of the men and thus is a major setback for the advancement of men in society. She clearly is another Jackie Robinson and is the right woman for the job

JO   April 17th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

I guess being honest, straightforward and with presidential qualities is not what the American public wants. Very sorry you didn't make it, Mitt!

Davester   April 17th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

Well, after reading some of these vile posts it is nice to see that religious bigitry is alive and well in America.

Get a grip people.

Max   April 17th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

A lot of people here keep saying who cares about Mitt and so on and they are reading his top 10 list and commenting about it.

Doesn't that mean you care about him and what he has to say? Why do you make yourself look fool?

Bob Jones   April 17th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

"Disgusted" "mormon trash?" — do I hear dueling banjos playing??? I bet you didn't du good in skool…

Al Gore   April 17th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

I thought the comment about me was funny. See I have a sense of humor too…

Paul Wolborsky   April 17th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

Uh oh. Mitt Romney has now turned his eyes to the campaign for the 1AM timeslot. I heard the Hooters are available to be a late-night show band.

VOTER FOR TRUTH AND DIGNITY IN AMERICA   April 17th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

Voters, I feel that every candidate that the Republicans picked was
encouraged by Bush. Mitt Romney, Movie Star Thompson, McShame,
I can't name them all but you can help.
Ron Paul and Huckabee probably didn't get the attention of Pres. Bush
but if you read that they are against the rights of "the people" like S.S.
unemployment benefits. If they call themselves "republican" or "independent, WATCH OUT!
I turn off the T.V.

Will from Gaithersburg, MD   April 17th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

I guess Romney should give Sen. Clinton some pointers about her "Top 10 Reasons for Dropping Out of the Race."

Johnny Boy   April 17th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

You know the sickest thing about this? It's the diatribes and polemic that are being spewed in response to something that MItt did and no law required CNN to publish this and no law required you to read it. Grow up folks, you're spending WAY too much time navel-gazing and whining. I hope most of these idiots are Dhimmicrats and that they lose their sense of direction on the way to the polls… Love, Johnny.

kathleen for Obama   April 17th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

Oh, Radio commentators, would that include Ann Coulter, Rush
Limbaugh, Hannity, Corville? Let's have the list of names of who's
who in Radio Commentators. American's made them millions and
basically they are against us. Not all! Not all!I cannot wait until we get our graduates to take over your jobs.Then you can take your millions and go to Dubai.Do I sound bitter? Well, these hot shot liars make me bitter! Politicians, like Bush make me more bitter!

NEVER OBAMA!!   April 17th, 2008 12:58 pm ET

Shame!! Cuz that just meant you gave McCain the chance to be president FOR FREE!!
Wish you would have fought harder, i was soo wanting you to win, and i'm a democrat!!

Jax   April 17th, 2008 12:58 pm ET

That was pretty funny! Actually and suprisingly Cheney's speech before that was pretty funny too

"Worst debate ever" ?
Were we watching the same thing?
Finally, finally some (other than FOX) called Obama out on his BS and asked the tough questions!!

ANYONE BUT OBAMA "08″ !!!!!

Anonymous   April 17th, 2008 12:58 pm ET

Ok Apostate, I guess you're right, the real crazy people are those who get irritated when someone insults what they believe in. Certainly not the people who go around doing the insulting and baiting. So glad you took the time to share your thoughts.

Judy   April 17th, 2008 12:59 pm ET

The joke is on America—we REALLY need someone who can save our economy just like Mitt Romney saved the mega in debt, scandel ridden Olympics, and made them the most successful Olympics ever. I wish Mitt had been given the chance to see what he could do with the nation. I think it is a great quality to be able to laugh at one's self. I bet Al Gore even thought it was funny. Lighten up, America.Quit hating good people because of their religion. We do have freedom of religion and that is why Obama can attend Rev. Wright's church and still run for President. And Mitt Romney is NOT a child abusing member of the FLDS. Let's be a little kinder and not be bitter, America.

Matt   April 17th, 2008 1:01 pm ET

As some you illustrate by your comments, ignorance breeds hatred. Why do you feel the need to attack Romney and his religion when he is no longer in the race? What have Mormons done to you lately (or ever) that warrants that kind of hatred and ignorance?

Greg from WI   April 17th, 2008 1:01 pm ET

Vile Mormons? What the heck? Why do the comments always go back to the guy's belief in Jesus Christ and modern-day prophets? And how do either make one vile? As a Christian myself, I think it's disgusting that many Americans cannot accept the Mormon Church as a fellow Christian Denomination. We don't revile the Baptists because they don't worship Jesus (Just John the Baptist, based on the name), or the Catholics because they're "universal" or based in Rome, so why do we revile the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I've known a lot of Mormons in my life, and most have been among the best people I've ever met.

Tom , Flagstaff, AZ   April 17th, 2008 1:01 pm ET

I have absolutely no interest in Romney as president. Nevertheless, his Top Ten is the funniest thing I've seen or heard in this entire campaign season.

Scott, Wichita   April 17th, 2008 1:03 pm ET

A sense of humor is the most important thing a presidential hopeful could have. If they don't have one, they will not be able to survive. Ever noticed how Bush is still enjoying himself despite the 80% of you that hate him?

teddy orlando   April 17th, 2008 1:04 pm ET

funny

Nathan   April 17th, 2008 1:06 pm ET

So you wanna email me and tell me why my earlier comment is still in moderation?

Lord Puke   April 17th, 2008 1:07 pm ET

Kathleen for Obama, you choose to make yourself bitter. Since I am so intelligent, I know that you are bitter because you are a democrat and you know that these conservative commentators and President Bush are correct.

Dick Cheney Rules!!!!!!!

Rebecca   April 17th, 2008 1:07 pm ET

This guy wil forever make my stomach turn…..

Debby   April 17th, 2008 1:07 pm ET

This was funny. I like Romney but I doubt McCain will pick him as VP.

VOTER FOR TRUTH, DIGNITY-OBAMA 2008   April 17th, 2008 1:08 pm ET

I can't stand Mitt Romney or Cheney, or McCain
True and real "elitists." The list in Washington
is long, which would include, of course, Hillbat.
I am sick of people that live off our taxmoney and
think there are better. And we hired them!

Binh   April 17th, 2008 1:08 pm ET

Hated Mitt while he was running then gained respect for him when he bowed out gracefully.. *hint Hillary hint*

This was a goood list! Better than most of Letterman's Top 10's lately!

Santa Fe Voice   April 17th, 2008 1:09 pm ET

Pretty funny. Still don't trust him.

walter   April 17th, 2008 1:11 pm ET

Mit Romney who

Ralph   April 17th, 2008 1:11 pm ET

This is actually really funny. I don't care for the man's politics or religion, but at least he can laugh at himself and be in on the joke.

The only funny thing McCain has done is take a long vacation in a bamboo hotel. And I think he caught "the crazy".

Just Stating The Facts   April 17th, 2008 1:14 pm ET

First and foremost………Sir, you are NOT a Christian. You are a Mormon. A Cult. Period.

Chris, Denver CO   April 17th, 2008 1:14 pm ET

Somewhat funny. Cheap shot at Al gore. I still don't trust Romney or GOP.

mad   April 17th, 2008 1:15 pm ET

Is the media dumb or are we?

Miguel   April 17th, 2008 1:16 pm ET

Tony

Ever hear of the "The Golden Rule"

Kevin   April 17th, 2008 1:17 pm ET

Hilarious! Marvelously self-deprecating. He is a great man.

John from Las Vegas   April 17th, 2008 1:18 pm ET

A Mormon president?

That's the biggest joke of them all.

OBAMA '08….PEACE '09

BA   April 17th, 2008 1:18 pm ET

Everybody that has made negative comments about Mitt Romney must like paying high taxes and high gas prices and want Washington to keep doing what it alway has been doing. If any of you think that any "real" change is going to happen with any of the "Senators" as our president, you have another thing coming. The only hope our country has, is if McCain picks Romney to be his VP. He can then be there for the next twelve years to nurse our country back to health. The "Senators" have been there for years and they are part of the reason that our country is in the position that it is in now in all aspects. They don't know how to do anything different. Romney is the only one that doesn't have any "baggage or dirty laundry" to bring into the white house. People, wake up! Romney is our country's only hope.

John, Lexington MA   April 17th, 2008 1:19 pm ET

Those of you who dislike Romney do so most likely out of jealousy. He is by far the most intelligent of all the candidates (just check his resume), monetarily the most successful, and guess what? The guy has only been married once and doesn't have any extra-marital affairs to entertain the media. Why did he lose? He's too boring. The media doesn't want someone as clean cut. What would there be to talk about if we don't have controversy after controversy?

Peter   April 17th, 2008 1:19 pm ET

Good list, Mitt, but you'd better not say anything else for a while. You know how easily the Obamacites get upset.

richard   April 17th, 2008 1:21 pm ET

According to a 2007 Time interview Obama was in prep school while mom was getting her Phd and collecting food stamps. Of course you know that at that time he would be living with the (well off) grandparents not mom.

Brendan H., San Antonio, TX   April 17th, 2008 1:22 pm ET

Mitt, you left one out………

…….You're not electable.

FreshFlavor   April 17th, 2008 1:23 pm ET

Quote from Dave C N.J. April 17th, 2008 12:11 pm ET

"Get a life you bitter old hens.
I'm a Dem but think this was a great light-hearted ticker piece.
The nay sayers on here need to take a xanex."

Hahaha right on Dave. Could not have said it better myself.

James   April 17th, 2008 1:23 pm ET

This brings up a life lesson of mine. If you can not laugh at yourself, you should not laugh at all. it is awesome to see Mitt Romney has a sense of humor about his unsuccessful bid.

oh and as a not to my fellow Democrats, PLEASE lighten up. it is a humor story for crying out loud. there is no political statements in this what so ever, so there is no need to bash him OR CNN