My Statement on Romney's 47% Analysis

"Perhaps the most remarkable part of the Romney 47% analysis is that it is likely that a majority of the 47% he described in the Boca Raton video are loyal Republican and voters.

"As the Romney campaign offers more specifics about its plans, it might be pressed to start today with explaining the math behind Mr. Romney's 47% statement.  Does the Romney campaign really believe all those who do not pay income taxes are Democrats? Aren't a majority Republicans?  How is it possible that this numbers guy, this MBA from Harvard, could make an analytical mistake of this magnitude?

"The 47% video raises important questions about both Mitt Romney's mastery of the basics of American society today, and the core values of a Republican Party where this kind of talk is commonplace."

- Simon Rosenberg, President, NDN

And be sure to check out this essay recently wrote about why Romney's mistakes, distortions and lies are central to understanding his campaign.