Balanced Budgets. Without raising taxes or increasing debt, Governor Romney dosed a $3 billion budget deficit his first year in office, and each year, filed a balanced budget without raising taxes.

Kept Taxes Down. Governor Romney became the first potential 2008 presidential candidate to sign Americans For Tax Reform's "Taxpayer Protection Pledge" and under his leadership, Massachusetts abolished a retroactive capital gains tax that would have forced nearly 50,000 taxpayers to pay additional taxes.

Lowered Unemployment. Today, the unemployment rate is lower, hundreds of companies have expanded or moved into the state, and nearly 60,000 jobs have been added in the last two years.

Promoted A Culture Of Life. When Governor Romney has been presented with legislation on life issues, he has firmly sided with life.

Championed Traditional Marriage. Governor Romney successfully I pressured the Massachusetts State Legislature to vote on a constitutional i amendment defending traditional marriage. He has also been a staunch supporter of the Federal Marriage Amendment.

Strengthened Education. Under Governor Romney's leadership, Massachusetts' fourth and eighth grade students ranked first in reading  and tied for first in mathematics. In 2004, Governor Romney established the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship Program to reward the highest performing high school graduates with a four-year, tuition-free scholarship to state universities or colleges.

Governor Romney Led One Of The Most Successful Olympics In Our Country's History.
With the 2002 Games mired in controversy and facing financial crisis, Governor Romney was asked to take over. He erased a $379 million operating deficit, organized 23,000 volunteers, galvanized community spirit, and oversaw an unprecedented security mobilization just months after the September 11th attacks.

Governor Romney -The Turnaround CEO.
In 1984, Governor Romney founded Bain Capital, one of the nation's most successful venture capital and investment companies. Under his leadership, Bain Capital helped launch hundreds of companies on a successful course, including Staples, Domino's Pizza, and The Sports Authority.

Governor Romney -Dedicated To His Family And Community.
Governor Romney and his wife, Ann, have been married for 37 years. They have five sons and ten grandchildren. Governor Romney has served extensively in his church and numerous charities including City Year, the Boy Scouts, and the Points of Light Foundation.