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Mitt Romney emphasized core values and purpose at BYU's 2025 Romney Institute.

He highlighted examples of value-driven lives, including Jesus Christ and George Washington.

Romney remains optimistic amid global challenges, advocating love and charity as solutions.

PROVO — Early in his business career, former Utah Sen. Mitt Romney was told by his boss that the two most critical decisions a person makes in life are deciding who to marry and how to earn a living.

"But actually," said Romney on Wednesday, echoing the words of President Russell M. Nelson, "that most important decision you will ever make in your life is what your purpose in life will be."

The retired politician, businessman, and leader of the 2002 Salt Lake Organizing Committe

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