Letters: Mitt Romney's comments on Middle East attacks
Mitt Romney during a soundcheck on the final day of the Republican National Convention at the Tampa Bay Times Forum. (Aug. 30, 2012) Credit: Getty Chip Somodevilla
The man is running for president, and Americans should be aware of his thoughts on important matters such as the attacks in Egypt and Libya. He assessed the situation and spoke out quickly -- as a good leader should.
He was reacting to the Cairo embassy's condemnation of hurting the "religious feelings of Muslims." Romney's common sense and strong feelings for American interests abroad were important to hear.
We need someone who is more concerned with the rights of Americans than the sensibilities of our enemies.
Utilizing the tragic events in Libya, Mitt Romney made a highly political statement. Romney apparently overlooks the check on freedom of speech, which prohibits crying "fire" in a crowded theater.
Those responsible for that inflammatory film should be held accountable for it. And Romney should be more careful about seeming to condone it.
