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Unable to wait for the actual speech tomorrow, more keyboard pundits are already taking a swing at what they think Mitt Romney should say.

Russell Arben Fox:

I’m neither a historian nor a scholar of my own religion. I am just a believer . . . These are matters that can only be understood–that can only be taken seriously–if one gets into high theology, which I am not qualified to do and have no more need to do than John F. Kennedy had a need to explain the sacraments to his mostly Protestant audience. This is not, this should not be, where the political argument lies.

Noah Millman:

When Senator Joe Lieberman was nominated for the Vice Presidency on the Democratic ticket in 2000, his reaction was, “is this a great country, or what?” My sentiments exactly.

Mark Hemingway at National Review:

Now given the importance of religious liberty, I recognize that unlike men, not all religions are created equal. Some religious sects advocate violence, fail to recognize basic human rights, or are driven by greed. Membership in one of these groups might very well be an important factor in evaluating the judgment of someone that wishes to hold public office. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints does none of these things. Regardless of what you think of Mormon doctrine, as a civic institution I am very proud to be a member of it. Like many of my fellow believers, I have already held high public office and no conflicts between personal faith and public life have materialized. I cannot fathom a scenario where a conflict would emerge between the two kingdoms of my individual faith and the shared political responsibilities of all Americans.

and National Review adds possibly the only way to win over the hardcore Huckleheads:

You know what would really be funny? If Romney declares on Thursday that he has been saved and shows a YouTube clip of his baptism, and a hearty endorsement by Dr. Dobson.

Governor Romney’s speech begins at 10:30 am Eastern tomorrow.  I bet we’ll have a few posts out there explaining how he messed up by 10:40 am.