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Bob Pomeroy | 2:38 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
It's good to hear Mitt's account and that he noticed the same personal
attributes I noticed. I wish people could know things like that about Mitt
instead of just the political stance he affects. He's just not as bad a
guy as it makes him seem.
richard l. dunbar | 4:36 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
i'm diappointed that romney remarked that he would like to see more centers
of interrogation and imprisonment like guantanomo bay and feels those detained,
especially as they aren't being held on u.s. soil, should have no recourse
to legal councel funded or originating from the u.s. incidently, i am mormon and
proud to be so.
Screen Age | 4:45 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Well said, Bob. I tend to agree.
Mitt is a much better leader than he is a campaigner.
Mitt is a much better leader than he is a campaigner.
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LDS | 4:58 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Hopefully Mitt Romney will be our future President of the United States. He is a
good man, hope he will have the chance to prove that on election day.
His love of his prophet is apparent, as it is to all of us, who have grown to love Gordon B. Hinkley. Our prophet President Hinkley is one of the most beloved men that has ever walked this earth, besides Jesus Christ himself. Now this sweet man is with his eternal sweetheart Marjorie ~ makes you smile doesn't it?
His love of his prophet is apparent, as it is to all of us, who have grown to love Gordon B. Hinkley. Our prophet President Hinkley is one of the most beloved men that has ever walked this earth, besides Jesus Christ himself. Now this sweet man is with his eternal sweetheart Marjorie ~ makes you smile doesn't it?
Ken Baguley | 5:16 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
It was great to hear the exchange or response regarding Mitt's
running..."It will be a great experience if you win and a great experience
if you lose". I'm not certain the exactness of that but that shows
what a great mind that President Hinckley had no matter the consequence he sees
the positive and Mitt was the recipient of that great counsel.
Anonymous | 5:21 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
I am so surprised that you politicos would talk politics regarding this article,
when the article had nothing to do with politics except that one of the men
mentioned in the article was a politician. The article was about a great leaders
death. Can you quit the personal attacks and honor a great leader? Isn't
that what we should really be doing at this point?
Manuelita Castro de Avila | 5:21 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Nos va a hacer mucha falta en la tierra el profeta Hinckley.
WARREN BURBANK | 6:28 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
We are all better for following the Prophet. Mitt would be a fantastic leader
of this country. He has my vote. My advice would be......... stay out of the
mud.
LDS in Texas | 6:35 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Thank you, Mitt Romney, for taking time from a very busy campaign schedule to
honor President Gordon B. Hinckley. Your words reflect the feelings found in
many hearts today as we mourn a beloved Prophet of God. Attending the funeral
services of this great leader is the right choice.
LDS | 6:40 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
The future for the US is going to be a rocky road and Mitt is not compendend to
lead our nation in these hard times.
Judith Bacon | 7:52 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
I am so glad Gov. Romney took the time out of his busy schedule to comment on
President Hinckley's passing. I can just see the smile on President
Hinckley's face when he made the comment about it being a "great
experience". We have all lost a great leader and a true Prophet of God.
LDS phils | 8:13 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
as an lds of this generation, i expected the prophet to reach a century old and
see for himself the first mormon president of the USA and that of the world. but
as one prophet goes, another would would take his place as we sustain him
soon...i'm sure just the same he would give the same piece of advise to
Mitt Romney...i'm not an american, but if i can vote, he has mine for 3
reasons: morality, integrity and leadership qualities (spiritual and temporal
affairs)
provojoe | 8:21 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Mitt Romney said that God hasn't talked to man since Moses. That is
unfortunate, especially now.
katiejo | 8:29 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
i'm sad, and glad at the same time for the loss of Gordon B. Hinckley. He
was "my" prophet. He is the only prophet I really remember. It's
sad to see him go, but I know it was his time. And now he gets to be with his
wife that he loves so much. :) It's wonderful that we know we can all be
together forever.
LukeAir2008 | 8:36 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
A fitting tribute to Pres. Hinckley would be if Ron Paul is elected as President
and America is returned to the constitutional principles established by the
Founding Fathers.
What??? | 11:23 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
provojoe
Anonymous | 11:26 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
provojoe
where did you get this info? I dont' recall hearing anything of this.
where did you get this info? I dont' recall hearing anything of this.
MoJules | 11:30 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
President Hinckley's comment to Mitt Romney about how it would be great if
he wins or great if he loses, put it all into perspective. I really appreciate
Romney sharing that simple but very wise comment from our Prophet. What ever
the outcome of this election, I believe the Romney has helped to give the Mormon
church an accurate voice, not through him, but through we as members that answer
the age long questions that are being asked. I started out with pros and cons
towards Romney, but he has gained my respect, and for him to attend the funeral
would be a major chunk of his time during a very vital week.
Out of context | 1:01 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008
"God hasn't talke to anyone since Moses.. and perhaps some
others".
-Was the quote in an interview. Search Youtube. Remember, he is trying to represent Christians, Jews, Muslims, etc. He tried to find a common belief for many (standard politics). He didn't deny his faith.
-Was the quote in an interview. Search Youtube. Remember, he is trying to represent Christians, Jews, Muslims, etc. He tried to find a common belief for many (standard politics). He didn't deny his faith.
Paul | 3:31 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008
God clearly speaks to his prophet and apostles today, if God and Jesus Christ
weren't head of this Church then the Church wouldn't be here today,
and it wouldn't be bringing miracles to all. I know that the Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is so true, and i do testify of these
things,Amen.
Moses? | 5:56 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008
Point 1- Pres Hinckley, always knew what to say, great advice. We lost a great
leader but the show will go on.
Point 2- I didn't hear about that comment from Mitt but if true it sounds like he is again trying to please everybody on every side of the aisle. If somebody can clarify the comment, please do so.
Point 2- I didn't hear about that comment from Mitt but if true it sounds like he is again trying to please everybody on every side of the aisle. If somebody can clarify the comment, please do so.
Greg Sipple_California | 6:48 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008
He was a giant amongst Us! The tears just flow as I reflect on my personal
moments with a Prophet..I loved so deeply. He made us all "taller" by
his counsel and love. I love you my dear Prophet and hero. We will all Go
Forward with Faith as he would want us too. Those that bring sunshine to the
lives of others can not keep it from themselves.....He was a Light..a true
inspiration. Just knowing that his hand now holds Sister Hinckleys once again
heals the sorrow I feel in losing him in my life. He is HOME now....where he
will hang his heart Forever.....Amen,,,,to that,,,*claps*
Rob | 7:14 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008
I am so grateful for a Prophet and man who led by example his whole life. My
teenage son told me a story of when President Hinckley went to a meeting with
his Father and felt the spirit there so strongly he still remembered it all his
life. He made us all want to live better lives. Someone brings in an untrue
statement about what Mitt said and it gets a life. Do not give this or any
other comment more time. I love the Prophets wonderful sense of humor and his
wonderful loving smile.
Vaha Ma'ake,Concord,California | 8:05 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008
I am so grateful for my Prophet Gordon B Hinckley. He was my guiding light
while I was in College in New Zealand, my first time away from home-land Tonga.
I always stay close to his words through conferences and it guided through all
the way. My faith had grown and my testimony has been strengthened. I am now
happily married with 5 beautiful children and am sure will teach them the same
principles. You are going to be missed Pres. Hinckley but your advises will be
never forgotten in our lives and the next generations.
Good luck to you Pres.Mitt Romney!
Good luck to you Pres.Mitt Romney!
Kjaerbye | 9:22 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008
We shall miss Pres Gordon B. Hinckley, However the LDS Church moves forward for
God's Poeple in Zion. President Monson perhaps the next leader of the
Church will put his shoulder to the wheel to continue the Lords Work Upon the
Earth.
Cheddar | 10:24 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008
I think Mitt will do great today in Florida. My heart will miss Pres Hinckley.
He was truly a great man, and a great prophet.
I did find it interesting that Mitt did not refer to pres Hinckley as a prophet in the interview. Perhaps it's just me.
Go Mitt!!
I did find it interesting that Mitt did not refer to pres Hinckley as a prophet in the interview. Perhaps it's just me.
Go Mitt!!
suzyk | 10:39 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008
President Hinckley was a GIANT in my eyes. He had a way of letting you know how
much he loved and appreciated you. His contagious laugh and sense of humor. Oh,
it will be missed. He is now with his sweetheart Marjorie and hopefully he
knows we as members of the church will remember his counsel and put it to work
in our lives forever. He was concerned about that. He was a great example..he
will be missed deeply. I can hear the Lord telling him "well done my good
and faithful son". Now is the time to pray for President Monson(he is
mourning the loss of his dear friend and brother in the gospel) He is a great
man and one who loves Heavenly Father deeply. His calling will need all of our
prayers, support and love. I believe he will be another wonderful President.
Farewell Pres. Hinckley.
Skeptic | 10:50 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008
Why would Monson or any prophet need our prayers? It seems to me the Lord is
going to bless them for service and calling, not because I prayed for them. God
wouldn't call Monson unless he was also going to sustain him in the
calling, right?
re:richard l. dunbar???? | 10:59 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008
That is one of the stupidest comments I have ever heard.
This article is about The Prohpet and Romney commenting on it.......
What does it have to do with guantanomo bay???
This article wasn't about politic's........
SSSSSSSHHHHHHHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESE
This article is about The Prohpet and Romney commenting on it.......
What does it have to do with guantanomo bay???
This article wasn't about politic's........
SSSSSSSHHHHHHHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESE
Carolee Adams | 11:06 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008
If the leaders of our day could have the loyalty,leadership, strength and wisdom
of our dear friend and prophet Gordon B. Hinckley, then signicant change would
come about. Not by a mandate or law but through the random acts of goodness and
kindness that bind a nation together. It is ONE NATION under God and as we look
toward the future may we emulate those that have made a difference because of
the life they have lived. I know of one such leader that has been an instument
in making our world a better place to live. He lived what He believed and by
doing so, changed the world more than any of us realize! Thank you President
Hinckley for your example. I see the great hope in this nation. Mitt Romney
has an opportunity to make a difference. As he stands a little taller, he will
come to understand the power that comes to those who recognize the voice that
has formed this nation. Until we all stand united, this great nation will
continue on a path of decay. It's time to stand tall and build bridges of
understanding, hope, loyalty, love & strength. We must all stand taller.
Kevin | 11:41 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008
Pres. Hinkley had a great way of telling Mitt that he wasn't going to give
him any pointers about running for president! President Hinkley always did know
what to say. I had the chance to shake his hand and I must say that I think that
he was as happy to meet me as I was to meet him! I'm glad that he has
finished his work and that he can be together again with his sweetheart!
daniel | 2:07 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
it is sad to hear that gordon b hinkley has passed away.
Martha, T.O. Calif. | 2:12 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
When we heard of Pres. Hinckley's passing last Sunday night, our family we
felt a personal loss and yet we were comforted by the fact Pres. Hinckley has
been reunited with his eternal companion. We can imagine the heavenly occupants
and their outpouring of love as Pres. Hinckley ascended to their realm.
We will sustain and honor Pres. Monson. We are thankful his shoulders are broad as he will continue to carry our world upon those same shoulders.
We love Pres. Hinckley and we love Pres. Monson.
We will sustain and honor Pres. Monson. We are thankful his shoulders are broad as he will continue to carry our world upon those same shoulders.
We love Pres. Hinckley and we love Pres. Monson.
hhsnyder | 2:17 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
How blest we all are for for knowing President Hinkley. He certainly has led
this great church
through times of great change and peril. We surely
profited from his 'sage advice and counsel". Let us all press on to be the best people and representatives of this "living gospel" and try to emulate all the fine Christ like qualities President
Hinkley taught us so well by his example.
President hopeful Romney, be of good cheer and courage and "let your light so shine". God bless
us all and God bless the United States of America!
through times of great change and peril. We surely
profited from his 'sage advice and counsel". Let us all press on to be the best people and representatives of this "living gospel" and try to emulate all the fine Christ like qualities President
Hinkley taught us so well by his example.
President hopeful Romney, be of good cheer and courage and "let your light so shine". God bless
us all and God bless the United States of America!
james stowe | 3:02 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
Just another regular old man died.
Fullness | 3:17 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
I was grateful to this paper and reporter to hear the full story and quote by
Romney, some of the other media reports seriously cut off his comments.
I love President Hinckley's response to Romney's disclosure of desiring to run for the presidential office. It is truly characteristic of the greatness of Gordon B. Hinckley, his optimism and realism. He was a giant of a man; a man of God.
I love President Hinckley's response to Romney's disclosure of desiring to run for the presidential office. It is truly characteristic of the greatness of Gordon B. Hinckley, his optimism and realism. He was a giant of a man; a man of God.
provojoe | 3:22 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
For clarification: if you go to youtube.com and search "mitt moses" it
is the first result at the top of the list. The degree to which you feel
it's ok for a member of the church to say something like that is probably
the degree to which you believe in the importance of winning at all costs. For
me the cost of this kind of statement is way too high. It is a lie in fact, even
with "there may have been others" tacked on the end. Does he practice
this kind of junk in the mirror? How does he keep this kind of double-talk at
the ready? How very sad.
Happy in AZ | 3:36 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
You know I was a little sad when I heard that President Hinkley had passed on,
than I thought, what a joyfull occassion it must be for him to finally be back
with his wife, and to be with his parents and all thoughs who had gone before
him, and to be kneeling at the feet of Christ.
And now I'm happy that he lived such a wonderfull and full life and was such a great inspiration to so many, and I take comfort knowing that he is probably happy right know too.
And now I'm happy that he lived such a wonderfull and full life and was such a great inspiration to so many, and I take comfort knowing that he is probably happy right know too.
Utahn | 3:36 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
God bless Gordon Hinckley.
Susan | 4:30 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
I have seen a few Prophets pass, each has left a part of himself with us. So to
will Pres. Hinkley, he has been one of our longest living Prophets. I have a
strong testimony of our living Prophets. I have a strong testimony of the
Gospel. We will soon have a new Prophet, he too will lead us in the way of our
Lord. I'm so grateful to have this man to look to for guidance in this
troubled time.
As far as Mitt Romney and his comments, he is the one that has to answer for what he says, not me. I know the truth, so I'm not judging him. I do hope he wins as President, it would be nice to have an honest person there for a change.
This is to Sames Stowe, Pres. Henkley wasn't just another old man, he was & is a Prophet of God. Don't ever forget that or doubt it.
As far as Mitt Romney and his comments, he is the one that has to answer for what he says, not me. I know the truth, so I'm not judging him. I do hope he wins as President, it would be nice to have an honest person there for a change.
This is to Sames Stowe, Pres. Henkley wasn't just another old man, he was & is a Prophet of God. Don't ever forget that or doubt it.
Monique ALONZO | 6:55 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
THE GREATNESS OF PROPHET HINKLEY WAS THTA HE KNEW
WHAT HE HAD TO DO...AND HE DID IT WITH DEVOTION AND JOY AND FOR THE LOVE OF OUR LORD AND HIS TERRENAL BROTHERS AND SISTERS.
SO WILL THE NEXT PRESIDENT...PRAISE THE LORD
WHAT HE HAD TO DO...AND HE DID IT WITH DEVOTION AND JOY AND FOR THE LOVE OF OUR LORD AND HIS TERRENAL BROTHERS AND SISTERS.
SO WILL THE NEXT PRESIDENT...PRAISE THE LORD
Don and Joyce Broadhead | 7:38 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
How we love President Hinckley. We will miss him, but we smile when we think of
his reunion with his loved ones who have passed away before him, especially his
dear wife.
Sister Luwanna Webb | 9:24 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! A wondrous work and wonder, President Gordon B. Hinckley,
has been reunited with his lovely wife and all those who have gone before him.
He was the Prophet of my time so far as a Latter-Day Saint. I will take with me
the kind and loving way he shared with the world. His passion was the people,
all of his brothers and sisters past, present and future. He was a true
disciple of Christ. May we all emulate this loving man and create love within
ourselves and thus, giving to all others.
provojoe | 10:12 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
Susan, honest man? After saying what he did? Come on.
packer | 10:54 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
Prophet Hinkley, I love you: Thank you for all the wonderful tutoring and
example. Say Hi to my wonderfull parents please, they loved you too.
Sharon Hill | 11:02 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008
I, as many others, love the way that Pres. Hinckley responded to Romney about
his impending candidacy. It typifies the man so well.
To james stowe: No one more than Gordon B. Hinckley would have loved to hear you say that. Read the preface to his biography from Sheri L. Dew to see what he felt about "adulation".
"I have done nothing more than try to do what has been asked of me, and I've tried to do it the best I could. I don't want you to make more out of my life than is there."
That is the last line of the third paragraph, but the whole first page is priceless. I, however, have no doubt that he was and is a Prophet of God and is as busy now as he was a week ago in the work of his Lord.
As for skeptic: Pres. Monson doesn't need your prayers nearly as much as you need to pray for him.
To james stowe: No one more than Gordon B. Hinckley would have loved to hear you say that. Read the preface to his biography from Sheri L. Dew to see what he felt about "adulation".
"I have done nothing more than try to do what has been asked of me, and I've tried to do it the best I could. I don't want you to make more out of my life than is there."
That is the last line of the third paragraph, but the whole first page is priceless. I, however, have no doubt that he was and is a Prophet of God and is as busy now as he was a week ago in the work of his Lord.
As for skeptic: Pres. Monson doesn't need your prayers nearly as much as you need to pray for him.
Lana Vasquez | 12:36 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
Our Prophet, We will all miss him. Untill we meet
again............................................
Dennis | 5:21 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
To Provo Joe, Mitt Romney never made such a comment. He knows that God has
talked to dozens of men anciently and in modern times since Moses. To say what
you did is irresponsible and misleading, and (I'm being politacally
incorrect now) a lie meant to discredit a good man.
Alice | 9:51 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
As I read Mitt's words I wish with all my heart that he was as eloquent and
articulate as President Hinckley. To speak the truth, even under pressure, in
the kind, loving, enthusiastic way the prophet did was one of his great talents.
I wish we could all follow his example. Remember when questioned about the
truth of the first vision and President Hinckley said, "Yes, isn't it
wonderful." It is hard to find fault with such enthusiasm. I also love
his statement that if we lived the gospel as we should the world would flock to
our doors to join us.
I am afraid that Mitt is hedging too much for his political and spiritual good. I pray that he will be elected president, but if not, I pray that the next Mormon who runs will learn from his mistakes and speak more clearly and enthusiasticly about the church and our prophet.
I am afraid that Mitt is hedging too much for his political and spiritual good. I pray that he will be elected president, but if not, I pray that the next Mormon who runs will learn from his mistakes and speak more clearly and enthusiasticly about the church and our prophet.
Linda | 9:53 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008
Sharon Hill said it all in her comments. How wise you are and I appreciate your
wisdom. Thank you for sharing and I hope everyone listens and learns especially
about praying for Pres. Monson.
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