romney thinks just because he is elected economic growth will skyrocket? The Optimism Cure Mitt Romney is optimistic about optimism. In fact, itâs pretty much all heâs got. And that fact should make you very pessimistic about his chances of leading an economic recovery. As many people have noticed, Mr. Romneyâs five-point âeconomic planâ is very nearly substance-free. It vaguely suggests that he will pursue the same goals Republicans always pursue â weaker environmental protection, lower taxes on the wealthy. But it offers neither specifics nor any indication why returning to George W. Bushâs policies would cure a slump that began on Mr. Bushâs watch. In his Boca Raton meeting with donors, however, Mr. Romney revealed his real plan, which is to rely on magic. âMy own view is,â he declared, âif we win on November 6, there will be a great deal of optimism about the future of this country. Weâll see capital come back, and weâll see â without actually doing anything â weâll actually get a boost in the economy.â http://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/24/opinion/krugman-the-optimism-cure.html?_r=2