A Debate Preview: Romney on the Issues?

Should we take this man at his word, or decide that he is the most audacious of political whores?

Political Philosophy:  "I think people recognize that I'm not a partisan Republican, that I'm someone who is moderate, and that my views are progressive."

Abortion:  "I will preserve and protect a woman's right to choose and am dedicated to honoring my word in this regard."

Reagan Conservative?:  "Look, I was an independent under Reagan-Bush. I'm not trying to return to Reagan-Bush."

Amnesty for Illegal Aliens:  "At the end of that period, registering to become a citizen...and paying a fee are things that are being considered and I think those are reasonable proposals"

Gays in the Boy Scouts:  "I feel that all people should be allowed to participate in the Boy Scouts regardless of their sexual orientation."

Health Care Mandates:  "Those who follow the path that we pursued will find that it's the best path. And we'll end up with a nation that's taken a mandate approach."

Contract with America:  "In my view, it is not a good idea to go into a contract like what was organized by the Republican Party in Washington." 

Climate Change: "I believe that the world is getting warmer. I believe humans contribute to that."

Gun Rights:  "I don't line up with the NRA."