NEW: Romney Decides Not to Run in 2016
Friday, January 30, 2015
"After putting considerable thought into making another run for president, I’ve decided it is best to give other leaders in the (Republican) Party the opportunity to become our next nominee," said Romney in a released statement.
Romney, a two-time presidential candidate, withdraws his name from the Republican party list of potential nominations while, according to polls, he is currently the most popular choice for the Republican party.
Romeny said,"...I am convinced...we could win the nomination. Our finance calls made it clear that we would have enough funding to be more than competitive. With few exceptions, our field political leadership is ready and enthusiastic about a new race. And the reaction of Republican voters across the country was both surprising and heartening. I know that early poll numbers move up and down a great deal during a campaign, but we would have no doubt started in a strong position. One poll out just today shows me gaining support and leading the next closest contender by nearly two to one. I also am leading in all of the four early states. So I am convinced that we could win the nomination, but fully realize it would have been difficult test and a hard fight."
Romney stated that he believed he could easily defeat a Democratic candidate, but wanted other potential Republican candidates an opportunity to have their voices and opinions heard. Romney insisted on voters getting to the polls to put a Republican in the White House.
"I encourage all of you on this call to stay engaged in the critical process of selecting a Republican nominee for President. Please feel free to sign up on a campaign for a person who you believe may become our best nominee," said Romney. "I believe a Republican winning back the White House is essential for our country, and I will do whatever I can to make that happen."
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