Surrogate Romney Gets it Right

A few days ago, I mentioned that former Taxachusetts Governor Mitt Romney had effectively endorsed Dick Cheney for President. Apparently, despite making that endorsement, Romney has decided to remain in the race, acting as a surrogate candidate who can speak for Cheney while he waits for the perfect opening to enter the race.

And Romney is doing a respectable job in his new role:

While he refused all requests for pardons as governor, Romney has said that could change if he's elected president.

Asked in last week's debate if he would consider pardoning Vice President Dick Cheney's former chief of staff I. Lewis "Scooter" Libby, who was convicted of lying and obstructing the CIA leak investigation, Romney said: "It's worth looking at that. I will study it very closely if I'm lucky enough to be president. And I'd keep that option open."

Mitt Romney Endorses Cheney for President

In Romney's own words:

In the aftermath of World War II and with the coming of the Cold War, members of "the greatest generation" united America and the free world around shared values and actions that changed history[...] Our times call for equally bold leadership and for a renewed sense of service and shared sacrifice among Americans and our allies around the world.

As I have pointed out before, if there is one man who personifies the bold leadership and sacrifice of the greatest generation in public life today, it is Dick Cheney. He is probably the last member of the greatest generation. Thank you Mr. Romney for providing an interesting diversion in this campaign over the last few weeks.