Romney campaigned in New Hampshire over the weekend.
LACONIA, New Hampshire (CNN) - At a campaign stop near former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney's Granite State vacation home, Romney dismissed comments made by Arizona Sen. John McCain's mother on his faith.
"Mrs. McCain's comments? Oh I give a pass to anybody that's over 90. They can say whatever they want," Romney told reporters with a smile.
On the show "Hardball," McCain's 95-year-old mother, Roberta, criticized Romney's religion and experience.
McCain's mother told host Chris Matthews "as far as the Salt Lake City thing, he's a Mormon and the Mormons of Salt Lake City had caused that scandal. And to clean that up, it's not a subject."
Romney was selected to head up the Salt Lake Organizing Committee for the 2002 Winter Olympic Games following allegations of bribery and scandal within the organization.
While McCain's mother received a pass from Romney, his campaign has worked hard to court the evangelical Christian constituency by alleviating concerns over his Mormon faith.
When asked if he would start to discuss his faith more openly on the campaign trail, Romney said he didn't feel it was the right time, but was "open to the idea."
Related video: Watch a short clip of Mitt Romney reacting to Mrs. McCain's comments.
Related: Romney advisers oppose speech on religion
–CNN New Hampshire Producer Sareena Dalla
Excerpt from http://www.mormons.org, viewed on 11/12/2007:
The Commandments
Obedience to God’s Commandments
Pray Often
Study the Scriptures
Keep the Sabbath Day
Holy Baptism and Confirmation
Follow the Prophet
Live the Law of Chastity
Obey the Word of Wisdom
Live the Law of Tithing
Observe the Law of the Fast
Obey and Honor the Law
Endure to the End
Membership in the Church
Articles of Faith
Church Organization
Serving in the Church
Missionary Work
Church Growth
Forever Families
Temples and Family History
Humanitarian Aid and Welfare
Teaching and Learning in the Church
Holidays and Observances
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McCain's mom is right! For details about the Salt Lake Olympics, see
romneyforpresident.townhall.com
(Funny photos too!)