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February 06, 2012

NYT: For Mormon voters, Romney’s faith is but one factor

by Ashley Parker
The New York Times

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. -- Elizabeth Young, a mother and artist in Las Vegas, likes Mitt Romney's successful record of ''turning around companies that have been doing so poorly.'' Chad Backus, a physical therapist from Winnemucca, Nev., appreciates his ''business experience, his leadership experience.'' And Arwen Spor, a mother of three in Spring Creek, Nev., lived in the Salt Lake City area during the 2002 Olympics, and trusts Mr. Romney because of his role in reviving the struggling games.

But all three voters -- all Mormon Republicans who are supporting Mr. Romney -- also say they feel as if they have a deeper understanding of him and his values because of their shared faith.

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