Paul Weyrich, who co-founded the Moral Majority with the late Rev. Jerry Falwell, has endorsed Mitt Romney, a Mormon, for president.

Romney's campaign announced the endorsement Monday, calling Weyrich "one of the premier leaders in the conservative movement."

"As he travels across the country, Governor Romney has outlined a blueprint to build a stronger America rooted in our common conservative principles. With a clear conservative vision to move America forward, he will strengthen our economy, our military and our families.

"More importantly, he already has an exceptional record of putting conservative values to work. Because of his experience, vision and values, I am proud to support Governor Romney," Weyrich said in a statement.

Weyrich has long been active in conservative Republican causes. Prior to launching the Moral Majority with Falwell, he also co-founded The Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank, with financial backing from brewing magnate Joseph Coors.