Romney Hatred -- From Whence Does It Come?

[JSojourner]

I am not a fan of Mitt Romney at all.  But I do find it interesting that Republicans tend to be of one mind or another about him.  I am not hearing a lot of "meh" when his name comes up.  That could be a good thing, I dunno.

What I would like to know from my Republican friends is this:  If you loathe Mitt, why?  Is it because of his past or current stance on social issues?  Is it because of his Mormonism?  Is it a particular position on a policy issue? Is it the hair? Was it a specific comment he made, such as suggesting his sons were serving their country by helping him win elections rather than volunteer for the military?  Something else?

If you love Mitt, why?  Is it because you view him as conservative enough to hold the base but not a "nutter" who will drive away moderates and indies?  Is it because his wealth is indicative of a certain fiscal know-how and economic savvy?  Has it more to do with his affable personality and solid family life?  Perhaps you like his approach to campaigning?  What?

I'm sure curious.  I am neither a Mitt hater, nor a Mitt fan.  He is far too conservative for my taste on fiscal and social issues...but you surely expect as much from this silly leftist.  As a man, I find him to be a genial sort of fellow and a decent, but not remarkable, personal style and presentation. 

[JSojourner]

NC Yankee...

Thanks so much.  That was precisely the sort of response I was hoping for in terms of erudition and elaboration.

[JSojourner]

Thanks Fezzy, as always -- very thought-provoking.

I didn't really mean to start a flame war between Romney's fans and his detractors...though I supposed one might break out.  Mainly, I wanted to gauge what one or two issues make Romney anathema to some and close to a panacea for others.  I now infer there are far more than just one or two.

Me?  I just like the guy and his family personally.  But I could never support someone so far to the right of me.