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7 November 2012

5 Pictures Of Mitt Romney Looking Sad

The Republican candidate was gracious at the end, but couldn't help looking a bit sad at his defeat.

By Caroline Crampton

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Mitt takes to the stage at his concession rally in Boston, Massachussetts, with his eyes downcast.

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Let’s have a close-up, just to be sure. Observe the sadness in his eyes, while he tries to plaster on a philosophical grin.

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Mitt is comforted by his wife. Paul Ryan is pulling a very sad face here indeed.

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It’s a fact that black and white photos are extra sad.

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The saddest face of all, during Mitt’s concession speech to his supporters. Watch it in full here:

 
And as a special bonus, let’s have a picture of Barack and Michelle looking happy: