Attacks Against Mitt Romney’s French

As most of you probably know, Mitt Romney served a two-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. During his mission Romney learned French, and he continues to speak the language fluently. Unfortunately some have tried to use Romney’s French language abilities and missionary experience as a way of attacking him, saying the he’s “too French”.

While most UCV supporters are probably not planning to vote for Romney in the upcoming election, as members of the LDS Church we strongly condemn ad-hominem attacks in politics generally, and we specifically abhor attacks targeting candidates based on their faith. Here’s to hoping that we aren’t the only ones who stand behind principle #3 in the UCV pledge!

Note: This news summary was written by UCV intern Annelise White.

Posted on January 10, 2012 in Links, News, Opinion.