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Jenna Jameson Endorses Mitt Romney: 'When You're Rich, You Want A Republican In Office'

Porn Star Endorses Romney From Strip Club
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Retired porn star Jenna Jameson waded into the 2012 presidential race on Thursday, choosing a San Francisco strip club as the venue to announce her support for GOP presidential hopeful Mitt Romney.

CBS San Francisco has her comments:

"I'm very looking forward to a Republican being back in office," Jameson said while sipping champagne in a VIP room at Gold Club in the city's South of Market neighborhood. "When you're rich, you want a Republican in office."

With an estimated net worth of $30 million and a resume that includes 160 films, Jameson ranks as one of the porn industry's wealthiest players.

Jameson's endorsement may come as a surprise to the few people who have kept track of her political leanings. Her decision to back Romney doesn't exactly mesh with her prior campaigns for the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals -- perhaps she's unaware of the Seamus Romney fiasco -- and public support for Hillary Clinton in 2008.

Romney's presidential aspirations have intersected with pornography and adult film stars before. Earlier this year, a clip surfaced showing Romney unveiling an effort to combat online pornography in 2008.

"I wanna make sure that every new computer sold in this country after I'm president has installed on it a filter to block all pornography and that parents can click that filter to make sure their kids don't see that kinda stuff coming in on their computer," he said at the time.

And last month, a former anti-porn prosecutor in the Reagan administration claimed that Romney's campaign had vowed to "vigorously" crack down on pornographers once in the White House.

While Romney hasn't appeared very friendly to the adult entertainment industry, some of its employees are still playing nice. Just last week, porn star Ron Jeremy offered some kind praise for Romney's character.

"I think he means well, I think he's a good man," Jeremy said, clarifying that he'd still be voting for President Barack Obama. "I think the fact that he's such an amazing father proves a lot. I give him a lot of credit. He's raised some good sons. ... When a man is a really, really good father, that's very important."

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Before You Go

Mitt Romney's Greatest Hits
With A Little Help From My Friends (Joe Cocker)(01 of11)
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(May 28, 2012) -- Despite a resurgence of Donald Trump's birther claims, Romney refused to repudiate the billionaire, who has been helping with his 2012 campaign efforts. "You know, I don't agree with all the people who support me ... I need to get 50.1 percent or more and I'm appreciative to have the help of a lot of good people," Romney said. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) (credit:Getty File)
Who Let The Dogs Out (Baha Men) (02 of11)
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(April 16, 2012) -- In an interview with ABC's Diane Sawyer, Romney discussed the political fallout over strapping his dog Seamus to a car roof. He admits that he probably would not do it again. (Handout) (credit:Handout )
It's The End Of The World As We Know It (R.E.M.)(03 of11)
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 4, 2012) -- Speaking before the Newspaper Association of America, Romney attacked Barack Obama on his health record, claiming the president "has taken a series of steps that end Medicare as we know it." (Photo: Jim Watson/AFP/Getty Images) (credit:Getty )
For The Love Of Money (The O'Jays) (04 of11)
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NEW YORK, N.Y. (March 14, 2012) -- Romney became testy on Fox News while discussing his appeal to lower-income voters. On the same day, Occupy Wall Street protesters staged a demonstration outside Mitt's Waldorf Astoria hotel fundraiser. (Photo: Emmanuel Dunand/AFP/Getty Images) (credit:Getty )
People Are Strange (The Doors) (05 of11)
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PASCAGOULA, Miss. (March 9, 2012) -- While on the trail in Alabama and Mississippi, Romney got in touch with his Southern side, learning how to say "y'all" and liking his grits. With those new experiences in hand, he admitted that "strange things are happening to me." (Photo: AP/Evan Vucci) (credit:AP )
Pink Cadillac (Bruce Springsteen)(06 of11)
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DETROIT, Mich. (Feb. 24, 2012) -- While speaking before the Detroit Economic Club at Ford Field, Romney listed not two, not three, but four American-made cars that he and his wife, Ann, owned. Among the vehicles: "a couple of Cadillacs." (Photo: Scott Olson/Getty Images) (credit:Getty )
It's The Hard-Knock Life (Annie & The Orphans) (07 of11)
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TAMPA, Fla. (Feb. 1, 2012) -- In an interview with CNN, Romney noted that he is "not concerned about the very poor," citing the social safety net for that segment of the populace. (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images) (credit:Getty )
America The Beautiful(08 of11)
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THE VILLAGES, Fla. (Jan. 31, 2012) -- On the eve of Florida's primary, Romney led his supporters in a singing of the patriotic song. (Photo: Emmanuel Dunand/AFP/Getty Images) (credit:Getty )
Successful (Drake, Lil Wayne) (09 of11)
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CHARLESTON, S.C. (Jan. 19, 2012) -- During CNN's GOP debate, Romney refused to commit to disclosing his tax returns, offering no apologies for his success. (Photo: Emmanuel Dunand/AFP/Getty Images) (credit:Getty )
Bye Bye Bye ('N Sync)(10 of11)
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NASHUA, N.H. (Jan. 9, 2012) -- In a speech about insurance options, Romney tells audience members, "I like being able to fire people who provide services to me." (Photo:AP/Charles Dharapak) (credit:AP )
Don't Know Why (Norah Jones)(11 of11)
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PITTSBURGH, Pa. (Oct. 27, 2011) -- Back in June 2011, Romney said humans are somewhat tied to climate change. By October, he had reversed course, saying "We don't know what causes climate change." (Photo: Jim Watson/AFP/Getty Images) (credit:Getty File)
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