By | Associated Press – Thu, Aug 30, 2012
Associated Press/J. Scott Applewhite, File - FILE In this Aug. 27, 2012 file photo, former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush looks at the convention floor from the podium during a microphone check at the Republican National
"Mr. President, it is time to stop blaming your predecessor for your failed economic policies. You were dealt a tough hand but your policies have not worked." — Former Fla. Gov. Jeb Bush, speaking off script after praising his brother, former President George W. Bush.
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