As prepared for delivery:
Mitt Romney is a leader with the skills, the background
and the character that our country needs at a crucial time in its
history. Following four years of failed leadership, the hopes of our
country, which have inspired the world, are growing dim; and they need
someone to revive them. Governor Romney is the man for this moment; and
he and I share one commitment: we will restore the dreams and greatness
of this country.
For the last 14 years, I have proudly represented
Wisconsin in Congress. There, I have focused on solving the problems
that confront our country, and turning ideas into action; and action
into solutions. I am committed, in mind and heart, to putting that
experience to work in a Romney Administration. This is a crucial moment
in the life of our nation; and it is absolutely vital that we select the
right man to lead America back to prosperity and greatness. That man is
standing next to me. His name is Mitt Romney. And he will be the next
president of the United States …