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Jeb Bush says he’d be an upbeat candidate

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Former Governor Jeb Bush capped his first weekend politicking in early-voting Iowa by previewing what he said would be an upbeat campaign should he continue toward his all-but-declared candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination. “My hope is I will run a campaign, if I get there, that will be hopeful an optimistic,” Bush told about 200 people packed into the back room of a popular pizza restaurant. Not yet a formal candidate, Bush acted like one during the two days he spent in Iowa,…

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5 reasons why health overhaul drama plays on

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President Barack Obama’s health overhaul remains an all-consuming drama for many, even though millions of people are gaining insurance coverage through a law that’s now 5 years old. During oral arguments last week in the latest Supreme Court case brought by the law’s opponents, Justice Elena Kagan called it a “never-ending saga.” Five reasons why the “Obamacare” epic plays on: POLITICAL OPPOSITION Unyielding opposition from conservative voters has made it practically impossible for Republican lawmakers to take a pragmatic approach…

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A round-up of Sunday editorials from Florida’s leading newspapers

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A round-up of Sunday editorials from Florida’s leading newspapers: Tampa Bay Times — Real protection for water up to Florida Senate The water bill that the Florida House rammed through as its first order of business last week was lauded by supporters as a forward-looking, measured approach to managing the state’s natural resources. It is no such thing. The legislation (HB 7003) is a relief act for farmers and developers masquerading as water policy that doesn’t address the past or…

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Bill Clinton defends foreign donations to foundation

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Former President Bill Clinton defended his foundation’s acceptance of donations from foreign governments on Saturday, pointing to the track record of his global philanthropy as Hillary Rodham Clinton nears an announcement on a 2016 presidential campaign. In an interview at the Clinton Global Initiative University, the ex-president sought to address critics who have questioned the receipt of donations from foreign governments while the former first lady served in the State Department and after she departed in early 2013. “My theory…

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Spring forward: Daylight saving time returning to most of U.S.

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A sure sign that spring’s on the horizon: One hour less shut-eye Saturday night no matter when you turn out the lights. Most people in the U.S. are supposed to push the clock forward by 60 minutes before heading to bed Saturday night. Daylight saving time officially begins at 2 a.m. Sunday local time. You may have lost a bit of sleep, but in the months ahead you’ll gain an extra hour of sunlight in the evenings. It’s also a…

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Florida Aquarium marks 20th anniversary

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As the Florida Aquarium in downtown Tampa prepares to mark its 20th anniversary, officials say the attraction is thriving. The Tampa Tribune reported that attendance has climbed since the aquarium opened back in 1995. Attendance topped 750,000 for the first time in 2014. In its early years, the aquarium’s success was uncertain. The city had to make an unexpected $2.5 million payment on finishing touches before the aquarium opened and the aquarium lost $300,000 its first year. “We are doing…

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Beyond Hillary Clinton, many 2016 hopefuls have used private email

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Hillary Rodham Clinton continues to catch heat for her extensive use of a private email account to conduct official business while she was secretary of state. But the Democrats’ 2016 presidential favorite isn’t the only White House hopeful whose transparency has come into question. Several current and former governors who are considering a presidential run have found ways to delay or prevent public scrutiny of their communications while in office. That includes Republicans who have criticized their potential Democratic rival.…

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