And the metrocons think this makes Romney a conservative?

Mitt Romney

As governor, signed into law a permanent ban on assault weapons. Supported the 1994 federal assault weapons ban. Supported the Brady Bill requiring waiting periods for handgun purchases, but says it is no longer needed due to instantaneous background checks. Joined the NRA as a lifetime member in 2006.

Do they really think that the heartland is going to be thrilled by this guy? What's in the coffee at NRO?