Mitt Romney's money machine cranks up

Mitt Romney, usually cautious and measured in describing his nascent campaign, allowed himself a minor indulgence in describing to reporters the fundraising call-a-thon that netted his presidential bid $10.25 million here Monday. "That's a terrific start," Romney began, in typical expectation-setting mode, before catching himself: "Actually it's more than just a start — it really gives us the boost that we need at this early stage in my effort."