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Martinez won't run again in 2010
firstread.msnbc.msn.com - 12/2/2008
Martinez won't run again in 2010
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From NBC's Carrie Dann Republican Sen. Mel Martinez , the nation's first Cuban-American senator and a former chairman of the Republican National Committee, announced today that he will not seek reelection in 2010. Martinez, a former HUD Secretary under President Bush and a close ally of John McCain during the Arizona senator's presidential run, characterized his decision not to run again as one based on "the call to home, family and lifelong friends."  In a statement today, ...
marcambinder.theatlantic.com - 12/3/2008
Jeb Bush Ponders Florida Senate Run
— marcambinder.theatlantic.com — Two sources close to Jeb Bush, including one who has spoken to the former Florida governor within... the past few hours, say he is seriously considering a run for Senate now that incumbent Republican Mel Martinez has retired. "He is receiving a lot of ... (more) Jeb Bush Ponders Florida Senate Run

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politico.com - 12/3/2008
Jeb Bush 'considering' Senate run
— politico.com — Asked if he is interested in the Martinez seat, Bush tells Politico: “I am considering it."... (more) Jeb Bush 'considering' Senate run

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voices.washingtonpost.com - 12/2/2008
Mel Martinez To Retire
— voices.washingtonpost.com — Florida Sen. Mel Martinez (R) has decided against seeking a second term, a decision he will formalize... shortly in the Sunshine State, according to an informed party source. Martinez's decision was based on a desire for more free time and... (more) Mel Martinez To Retire

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