Mitt Romney's presidential hopes were dealt a big blow today when the GOP front-runner lost both big Southern states today. He may win the nomination, but he doesn't have conservative support (likely because of his support for abortion and Obama's health care plan) and he doesn't have the Southern vote, a prerequisite if a Republican is going to win office.
Rick Santorum won 35% in Alabama, a decisive victory over both Newt Gingrich (who is, of course, from the South) and Romney, both whom garnered 29%.
Romney was further embarrassed in Mississippi, where not only Santorum (33%) but also Gingrich (31%) beat him. Romney had just 30% support in Mississippi.
Hawai'i and American Samoa are still to come, places in which Democrats dominate but nevertheless still have a voice in deciding which Republican will get the nod.
Rick Santorum won 35% in Alabama, a decisive victory over both Newt Gingrich (who is, of course, from the South) and Romney, both whom garnered 29%.
Romney was further embarrassed in Mississippi, where not only Santorum (33%) but also Gingrich (31%) beat him. Romney had just 30% support in Mississippi.
Hawai'i and American Samoa are still to come, places in which Democrats dominate but nevertheless still have a voice in deciding which Republican will get the nod.
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