Be True to Your State

The Washington Post has an interesting story today accusing Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney of "making fun" of Massachusetts. Now, granted, Republicans make fun of this state almost as often as France - but then again, most Republicans don't live in Massachusetts (or France). Is it smart for Romney to do this? Here are my thoughts:

1. Having read the quotes, it seems to me Romney is actually making fun of how poorly Republicans do in Massachusetts. That's not making fun of Massachusetts, per se.

2. As the Post points out, should Romney run for President (and that seems very likely) he will have to find a way to distance himself from being portrayed a "Massachusetts liberal." Otherwise, he will allow his primary opponents to lump him into the Duakakis/Kerry category.

3. If Romney really is making fun of Massachusetts, it's a mistake. Sure, Massachusetts may not be the most conservative state, but if you're the Governor, you've got to be true to your the state (like you would to your school). Voters will assume that if you're willing to turn your back on your state, you will be willing to turn your back on us, too.