Damaged Brands

"On the eve of the Iowa GOP's straw poll here -- the political event which traditionally kicks off contested Republican presidential races -- Romney's concern about his party’s damaged brand in the wake of the Bush years was on obvious display, along with some hints about his strategy for dealing with it."

The "Brand" could use a little boost in marketing.  Tax cut results, no attacks since 9/11, respect for life, and diplomatic successes in Europe and the world.  Heck, even France elected a leader who wants to be our friend and vacations in the USA.  That's huge, folks, and none of this is coincidental.  It is also not a result of the "Brand X" of politics: the contrary Dems.