A Silver Lining for Romney

Diane Ellis · June 28, 2012 at 6:16pm

According to Romney spokeswoman Andrea Saul, within an hour of the SCOTUS ruling, donations topping $300,000 for the morning had rolled in to the Romney campaign.

Update (9:12 am Pacific): Romney has raised $375,000 and counting.

Update (3:20 pm Pacific): Romney has raised over $2 million for the day from over 20,000 donors.

Comment (20)
· Quote
· UnfollowFollow (2)
· Edit

Comments:

show Vic Sage's comment (#1) ←

Joined
Mar '11

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

Vic Sage

I for one donated $100 this morning. Even with my wife out of work and recovering from knee replacement surgery (the reason she's out of work), this was too important.

We've just been redefined from "citizens" to "subjects." Appalling.

#1 ·
June 28, 2012 at 6:24pm ·
LikeUnlike (3) Like (3)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show John Marzan's comment (#2) ←

Joined
Oct '10

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

John Marzan

althouse:

http://althouse.blogspot.com/2012/06/obama-imposes-huge-tax-on-american.html?spref=tw

Romney has at least 3 big arguments:
1. Obama imposed a huge new tax on working people.
2. Obama deceived the American people by saying it was not a tax, when it was.
3. The law made it look like money would go to insurance companies — in the form of new premiums — that would keep premiums low as the companies were required to take on people with pre-existing conditions, but now we find out that the money is really going to go to the federal government. [ADDED: So get ready for your premiums to spiral up and/or for insurance companies to be ruined.]

#2 ·
June 28, 2012 at 6:25pm ·
LikeUnlike (0) Like (0)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show The King Prawn's comment (#3) ←

Joined
Dec '10

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

The King Prawn

Sure, he'll repeal it if it's the cool thing to do, but will he repeal if simply because it's the right thing to do?

#3 ·
June 28, 2012 at 6:25pm ·
LikeUnlike (0) Like (0)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show Todd's comment (#4) ←

Joined
Oct '10

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

Todd

As I mentioned in another thread, at this point I am trying to decide whether to donate to the Romney campaign or the Seasteading Institute. I am leaning toward the latter.

#4 ·
June 28, 2012 at 6:27pm ·
LikeUnlike (1) Like (1)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show Umbra Fractus's comment (#5) ←

Joined
Nov '10

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

Umbra Fractus

The King Prawn: Sure, he'll repeal it if it's the cool thing to do, but will he repeal if simply because it's the right thing to do? · _{1 minute ago}

If a Republican Congress puts a repeal on his desk, he will sign it.

#5 ·
June 28, 2012 at 6:30pm ·
LikeUnlike (4) Like (4)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

Amazon.com Widgets

show Mel Foil's comment (#6) ←

Joined
Jun '10

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

Mel Foil

Romney is the only new hire that small business can afford. At least they don't have to pay for his healthcare.

#6 ·
June 28, 2012 at 6:34pm ·
LikeUnlike (0) Like (0)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show Leigh's comment (#7) ←

Joined
Nov '11

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

Leigh

The King Prawn: Sure, he'll repeal it if it's the cool thing to do, but will he repeal if simply because it's the right thing to do? · _{3 minutes ago}

It is possible that he will repeal it because (whatever he thought in MA) he now recognizes that it is horrible for the economy.

#7 ·
June 28, 2012 at 6:35pm ·
LikeUnlike (0) Like (0)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show Aaron Jamison's comment (#8) ←

Joined
Jun '12

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

Aaron Jamison

The King Prawn: Sure, he'll repeal it if it's the cool thing to do, but will he repeal if simply because it's the right thing to do? · _{7 minutes ago}

Honestly, I don't care either way. As long as he'll repeal it. That's what ultimately, matters yeah?

#8 ·
June 28, 2012 at 6:36pm ·
LikeUnlike (1) Like (1)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show Aaron Jamison's comment (#9) ←

Joined
Jun '12

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

Aaron Jamison

And to Diane's post - I've never donated to a campaign before (hey...I'm only 28!), but that will change today.

#9 ·
June 28, 2012 at 6:38pm ·
LikeUnlike (3) Like (3)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show Leigh's comment (#10) ←

Joined
Nov '11

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

Leigh

Umbra Fractus

The King Prawn: Sure, he'll repeal it if it's the cool thing to do, but will he repeal if simply because it's the right thing to do? · _{1 minute ago}

If a Republican Congress puts a repeal on his desk, he will sign it. · _{5 minutes ago}

The Senate. We have to take it back now.

#10 ·
June 28, 2012 at 6:38pm ·
LikeUnlike (1) Like (1)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show Valiuth's comment (#11) ←

Joined
Apr '11

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

Valiuth

Well I sent him 25$ after I learned of this decision. I think we really need to put our money were our mouths are. I'm a graduate student I don't make a lot of money so if I am mad enough to fork over 25 bucks you guys with real jobs should easily be able to put down that much at least. (I am not a Romney campaign worker by the way)

#11 ·
June 28, 2012 at 6:49pm ·
LikeUnlike (4) Like (4)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show John Peabody's comment (#12) ←

Joined
Mar '11

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

John Peabody

I just made my first-ever campaign contribution. When the contributions for this day are totaled, I'll be proud to be part of today's take. Thanks, Diane, for inspiring me!

#12 ·
June 28, 2012 at 6:50pm ·
LikeUnlike (5) Like (5)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show Look Away's comment (#13) ←

Joined
Nov '10

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

Look Away

I just made my first donation in my 36 years of voting. There is a price we will not pay!

#13 ·
June 28, 2012 at 6:59pm ·
LikeUnlike (4) Like (4)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show Roberto's comment (#14) ←

Joined
Mar '11

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

Roberto

This is money down the drain. Romney may or may not sign a repeal and he has no shortage of funds. The Senate and House are where hopes lies if it lies anywhere. For myself I'm doubling down on Tea Party challengers, in state, out of state, anywhere they have a chance or even if they don't.

#14 ·
June 28, 2012 at 7:05pm ·
LikeUnlike (0) Like (0)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show Mel Foil's comment (#15) ←

Joined
Jun '10

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

Mel Foil

Roberto: This is money down the drain. Romney may or may not sign a repeal and he has no shortage of funds. The Senate and House are where hopes lies if it lies anywhere. For myself I'm doubling down on Tea Party challengers, in state, out of state, anywhere they have a chance or even if they don't.

You and me better make sure that Romney has some coattails. From the top of the ticket on down, nothing can be done halfheartedly. Romney's success (or failure) will affect those further down the ticket. It always does.

#15 ·
June 28, 2012 at 7:11pm ·
LikeUnlike (1) Like (1)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show J.Voss's comment (#16) ←

Joined
Jul '11

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

J.Voss

Roberto: Romney ... has no shortage of funds. The Senate and House are where hopes lies if it lies anywhere.

Generally agree. I gave to Romney, but my money is going to the house and particularly the SENATE races.

#16 ·
June 28, 2012 at 7:16pm ·
LikeUnlike (2) Like (2)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

→ show Diane Ellis's comment (#17)

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

Diane Ellis

Look Away: I just made my first donation in my 36 years of voting. There is a price we will not pay! · _{19 minutes}

John Peabody: I just made my first-ever campaign contribution. When the contributions for this day are totaled, I'll be proud to be part of today's take. Thanks, Diane, for inspiring me! · _{28 minutes ago}

Aaron Jamison: And to Diane's post - I've never donated to a campaign before (hey...I'm only 28!), but that will change today. · _{40 minutes ago}

I'm with you. Made my first-ever donation to a presidential candidate just a few moments ago. You all inspired me.

#17 ·
June 28, 2012 at 7:22pm ·
LikeUnlike (5) Like (5)
· Quote
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show Jeffrey Hoefle's comment (#18) ←

Joined
Jul '10

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

Jeffrey Hoefle

Donation sent! Also to Ted Cruz for Senate (Texas)

#18 ·
June 29, 2012 at 2:37am ·
LikeUnlike (0) Like (0)
· Quote
· Flag
· Edit
·
· See in contextDirect link

show CuriousJohn's comment (#19) ←

Joined
Feb '12

Re: A Silver Lining for Romney

CuriousJohn

Just put my Debit Card where my mouth is. First time ever giving money for a President. If today doesn't inspire me to crack open the wallet for a presidential vote. What should?