Spinner2012-02-01 23:09

Romney Vs. Obama: Who Sings Better?

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Likeability is a mysterious formula to nail down. When you have it, it's like lightning in a bottle, and when you don't, well people just don't really like you.

Mitt Romney learned this the hard way when he attempted to follow in the musical footsteps of President Barack Obama, who recently wowed an audience with his rendition of Al Green's 'Let's Stay Together.'

The former Massachusetts governor made one last push during a campaign event in Florida on the eve of the state's primary election. Instead of reciting the lyrics as he usually does, Mittens attempted to lead the crowd in a round of 'America the Beautiful.' Unfortunately, it just wasn't very good.

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