October 18, 2007
Posted: 11:00 AM ET

Jeb Bush, Jr. is backing Giuliani. But who will his father support?

WASHINGTON (CNN) – As his uncle heads into the final stretch of his presidency, Jeb Bush, Jr. decided Thursday to throw his support behind former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani’s run for the White House.

“As someone who grew up around politics and candidates, I know that Rudy has the leadership qualities and unmatched experience to be the next President of the United States,” Bush said in a statement. “I’m honored to join his campaign and look forward to working with the many young professionals throughout Florida supporting the Mayor.”

Bush will join the campaign as the Chairman of Florida Young Professionals, and work to build up grassroots support among young people across the state.

Bush is the youngest son of former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, who many thought would run for president. Democratic strategist James Carville predicted earlier this week that the former governor would jump into the race and eventually win the Republican nomination.

– CNN Associate Producer Lauren Kornreich

Filed under: Rudy Giuliani


Pete, Seattle, WA   October 20th, 2007 3:45 pm ET

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J, Seattle, WA   October 19th, 2007 12:05 pm ET

People better get involved in their parties; democrate or republican. We need to make sure this Bush and Clinton dynasty is stopped.

Shane Yates, Burleson TX   October 19th, 2007 10:43 am ET

You realize that calling Bush and idiot and a poor leader is a compleatly misconstrued statments.
He may not be eloquent but he has done his best with what happend durring his tenure of office.

As an Independent voter I am taking in accout all of the events going on in this campign and an endorsment for anyone this early is realy to early to say anything on who would be best to lead our great nation.

We must not vote on bias but on what is the best for America and its continuing stability.

sonny c. v.p.,la.   October 19th, 2007 10:25 am ET

I don't remember any outcry in 2000 about a Bush/Clinton Dynasty. We only hear that clamor now that Hilliary's got a good shot at going all the way. Besides, Bill's 8 yrs. look better & better each day the "uniter,not a divider" is Prez. Also, anyone who can't vote for Hillary for fear of what the Republican Attack Machine might do to gum up her Presidency needs to rethink their position. Maybe you should only vote for Sens. & Reps. who show the maturity to cross party lines instead of only spewing venom. In truth, the REAL Dynasty is the Ultra-Conservatives who ordain who shall be THEIR President starting in 1968 w/Nixon. It's only when THE PEOPLE buck these Kingmakers & elect someone like Bill Clinton do they go berzerk. HIS VICTORIES in 1992 & 1996 were his impeachable offenses to the Cabal.

Ron, TX   October 19th, 2007 9:56 am ET

To Ron in TX - you are NOT a devout Democrat if you would even consider voting for Rudy. I don't recall DC being deadlocked when Bill Clinton was in office.
Posted By Jon, Pittsburgh, PA : October 18, 2007 4:54 pm

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Hillary Clinton is NOT Bill Clinton. A lot of Republicans respect Bill Clinton. The same cannot be said for his wife, who has a national 45% negative rating. I want a President who can get things done. Hillary will NOT be able to get things done. I cannot vote for a presidential candidate that will DIVIDE our nation worse than it already is.

Mary Chicago, IL   October 19th, 2007 8:55 am ET

Who cares what Jeb Bush Jr supports…who really care!

ThirstyJon, Adelaide, SA, Australia   October 19th, 2007 2:12 am ET

I'd be willing to consider Jeb Bush.

Better than Hillary Clinton.

ThirstyJon
freedomthirst.com

Glabber Howstill ND   October 19th, 2007 1:21 am ET

So what is new ? What does a Bush know ?

Venene Memphis TN   October 19th, 2007 12:08 am ET

I hear Michelle is now running instead of Obama, is this true ? Obama says only Michelle can stump Clinton ?

Supporting Stephen Colbert, Houston, Texas   October 18th, 2007 11:42 pm ET

Jeb Bush Jr..?? Who cares what he thinks? Must be a slow news day…Now..if he announced that he was joining the military and being shipped off to Iraq…now that's news !! Oh, wait…he's a Bush…with the exception of George Sr., they don't fight in wars, they just start them !!

Joel   October 18th, 2007 10:20 pm ET

Rudy his votes are gone now.Gone to Hillary…YEAH!..is he the one who got into trouble for stalking if im not mistaken.Oh gawd.!!I RG is weird on that interview with hannity hes a weirdo.NYC voted him for mayor fixing potholes,that is his qualifications.run a city and cut ribbons nothing to give ya enough expierence to run for president.he turn down those firefighters they do not want him.

Jared, Oregon   October 18th, 2007 10:17 pm ET

why would you vote for someone that couldn't even get the support of their own family members?

Brian Wilkerson, Medford NJ   October 18th, 2007 10:13 pm ET

The people who write in this partisan ticker are idiots. I love Geroge Bush as would vote for him again if i could.

Chris, FL   October 18th, 2007 9:53 pm ET

Dude, you won't get many young voters. If you want to join us supporting Ron Paul, come aboard.

To say the "Bushes" are supporting Rudy is too much to take in. It's like saying don't vote for Rudy if you don't like the way Bush is doing things.

Sorry again dude, choose liberty over the evil your family perpetuates.

Chris, Middletown, CT   October 18th, 2007 9:47 pm ET

I know Giuliani will win…theres no doubt…he's the only moderate running…but…with the Bush name very tarnished in the eyes of the angry liberals (with their baseless rhetoric) - maybe its best that the Bush famly keep to themselves for the next year or so…

Kay, Las Vegas, NV   October 18th, 2007 8:48 pm ET

I guess since CNN doesn't play nice, it removes posts asking others to do the same! Not nice, CNN, where are YOUR manners?

Kay, Las Vegas, NV   October 18th, 2007 8:00 pm ET

What a bunch of vicious, nasty people put posts on here! I'm embarrassed and disgusted to read these, yet riveted by how truly mean and insulting you people are…free speech is one thing, hate speech is another. YOU should be ashamed, no wonder younger generations act as they do with your sorts as role models…maybe you should stop obsessing over your hatred of the Bush family or, for that matter, everyone and everything that you don't agree with, and start contemplating how you could have become so bitter, hateful, insulting and classless! Learn some manners, please.

Dan, New York, New York   October 18th, 2007 7:54 pm ET

"guiliani is a fear mongering fool."

Turn on CNN, look at what happened in Karachi and tell me again that Giuliani is a fear mongering fool. Al Qaeda and the Taliban still exist in the mountains of Pakistan and Afghanistan (granted, no thanks to the Iraq War) and you are saying that Giuliani is a fear mongering fool? Please get a grip on reality.

Samantha Knight somewherin, NJ   October 18th, 2007 6:03 pm ET

I totally agree with Jesse–just becuase some 23 year old says he supports a candidate we're all suppose to jump aboard with Guiliani?! anyone who would follow someone with the last name of Bush is plain stupid.
Forget all the Republicans and Clinton…Vote Obama!

Ethan, Los Angeles, CA   October 18th, 2007 5:44 pm ET

Supporting Giuliani means you also support the North American Union - a plan to merge Canada and Mexico with the US. Giuliani is tied directly to this merger and will keep the war going. Look it up! If Jeb Jr. wants to really support Giuliani why doesn't he go sign up for the military. I hear war mongers love depleted uranium children!

http://www.RonPaul2008.com

Democracy   October 18th, 2007 5:30 pm ET

Please …. No more Bushes or Clintons. Enough is Enough

Brad, Stockton, CA   October 18th, 2007 5:03 pm ET

Who cares what another Bush thinks? Is his opinion any more important or valid than that of Paris Hilton? Between the Kennedys, Bushes and Clintons, shouldn't Americans be getting tired of political dynasties by now?

Coach Haughton NH   October 18th, 2007 4:57 pm ET

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of Bush-Clinton…

Jon, Pittsburgh, PA   October 18th, 2007 4:54 pm ET

To Ron in TX - you are NOT a devout Democrat if you would even consider voting for Rudy. I don't recall DC being deadlocked when Bill Clinton was in office. Seems he and Newt worked pretty well together behind the scenes. Balanced budget (only time in my 42 years), tough crime bill, major welfare reform, etc. I also have disagreements with some of the results of Bill's 2 terms, NAFTA and other free trade agreements particularly but, not a bad run overall.

I don't expect I'll be 100% in agreement with Hillary either but, she's head and shoulders above Rudy.

Sean H. in League City, TX   October 18th, 2007 4:35 pm ET

I agree with RSISK from Nevada. It only costs about $150 to change your last name. Surely the silver spooned Bushes of Maine can do this much for this poor offspring. And you "BUSH FALLOUTS"….keep honoring Guilli…all the way back to retirement in NY. Say what you want about Hil…have the guts to realize she is the best of the two.

Pixie, Murfreesboro, TN   October 18th, 2007 4:26 pm ET

Am I the only person that thinks this kid looks an awful lot like Borat??

dukesjames griffin georgia.   October 18th, 2007 4:13 pm ET

is this the bush kid who is a navy intelligence officer or who was or is a navy reservist who is a intelligence officer trainee or operative. so like his uncle he shows up to help to run a political campaign–so why show his likeness; people like me who have gone through hell for the last seven years do not want to know what this kid looks like because like his uncle he aint worth it. I listen-today why even have a attorney general at this time leave ths post open what could it hurt? now I know that congress and the courts are with bush; some of us will be dead by next november. most of the people who have helped the democrats hace been cast to the wolves of satan; to the rest of you; WANT YA COUNTRY BACK THEN VOTE FOR THE PEOPLE WHO HAVE ONLY ONE PASS-PORT-VOTE FOR THE AMERICAN. then pray that it works.

Alexander Deston, New York, NY   October 18th, 2007 3:55 pm ET

"Freedom is about authority. Freedom is about the willingness of every single human being to cede to lawful authority a great deal of discretion about what you do." — Rudy Giuliani

If that's not Orwellian enough to give you the creeps, I hope you at least vote Democrat. As for me — RON PAUL 2008.

Richard Orlando, FL   October 18th, 2007 3:48 pm ET

The Bush-Giuliani connection—imagine that. They’re one in the same, my friends.

And to Jeb's point about leadership, Rudy's positions on the Libby commutation, no-show for the Iraq Study Group, putting the communication center in one of the Trade Center buildings after the first attack, and his lack of foreign policy experience are not the "leadership” qualities we need in our next president. In addition, Rudy’s divisive stances are not what most rational people would consider “moderate”. Moderates try to bring people together for the common good, not continuing to divide us against each other for political gain.

Jeb should realize his support here reveals what most of us already know—a vote for Giuliani is a continuum of the Bush doctrine of nonsense. Enough is enough.

laurinda,ny   October 18th, 2007 3:46 pm ET

I wonder if Jeb Bush Jr. knows that his dimwit uncle was talking about having WW111 this morning because he is setting this whole situation up in the middle east so that he can play "commander in chief".

r sisk, nevada   October 18th, 2007 3:43 pm ET

If I was related to that dork of a President, I would change my name and keep a low profile.

On a positive note, the more Bush's that publicly endorse Guiliani, the more votes against him.

Go Hillary!

Lou Dobbs, Plano TX   October 18th, 2007 3:43 pm ET

Who is Larry Craig throwing his support around? We all know it's going to be a man, and thus not Hillary! Republicans have no morals.

Kevin, Tampa, FL   October 18th, 2007 3:38 pm ET

Is that worse than the actual President getting oral sex underneath his desk in the oval office? I think not…Don't throw stones when it comes to moral issues if you are in love with the Clinton's…

My mistake, he's the one who got caught having sex in a mall parking lot at age 16. So much for abstinence only. It's George P that's the stalker, and of course their sister Noelle who is the convicted drug addict.

Posted By Jim L, Boston, MA : October 18, 2007 1:55 pm

monica, rochester new yoirk   October 18th, 2007 3:28 pm ET

Maria of Houston. AMEN!!

Barack Obama just raised one and half million in two days. MA Governor Deval Patrick is endorsing Obama and sending his 40,000 volunteers to campaign for him in NH. Big Obama rally in Boston next Tuesday. THAT'S NEWS, CNN.

Danny G. Boca Raton, FL   October 18th, 2007 3:24 pm ET

Giuliani is a phony! he is an extremist and will definetely go to war with Iran, run up the deficit to a level never seen before (cause we need the military right), cut taxes for the wealthy and cut all social services this country ever had… so poverty will finally go through the roof, violence will rise and world war III will be closer than ever before, because Russia will join Iran in the end… if you don't believe me go to his web-site he says that much himself… how's that for a moderate.

BushCon   October 18th, 2007 3:23 pm ET

Why do people forget so easily about Jeb Bush tampering with the Florida ballot, Marvin Bush the CEO of the security firm for the World Trade Center at the time of 9/11, Prescott Bush's Nazi profiteering, George Bush and the Bin Laden family connections (there's no other family in the US that is as close to the Bin Ladens)?

The Bush family should be in prison not in the White House! Come on people wake the hell up!

And why does Jeb Bush Jr look arabic?

PS - Look up "Bush Family Values" on Google video for more info.

JD   October 18th, 2007 3:17 pm ET

hey Ron from TX…. did it ever occur to you that whoever you plan to vote for, Texas is still going to a RED state?? Do you really think your vote would count in the state where Bush lives?

Someone, someplace, sometime   October 18th, 2007 3:08 pm ET

"Giuliani is moderate on social views, that's all I ask for to vote Republican over Clinton.
Posted By Ron, TX : October 18, 2007 12:19 pm "

I think that's halarious, why are Americans so anti-social? No wonder the rest of the world doesn't like you! You don't like any one else!

Bradley Schaubs, Greeley, CO   October 18th, 2007 2:56 pm ET

Is Jeb Jr. as dumb as his chimpanzee of an uncle?

Jesse Holmes, Boise, ID   October 18th, 2007 2:54 pm ET

Um, why should we care? What role does Jeb Bush Jr. play in American politics that's worth noting?

Doug, New Jersey   October 18th, 2007 2:15 pm ET

"My mistake, he's the one who got caught having sex in a mall parking lot at age 16. So much for abstinence only."

And I'm sure you have a link where he has proclaimed that he supports abstinence. Being on the left, you would never prejudge an individual and draw conclusions about them based on race, sex, or religion right?

"It's George P that's the stalker, and of course their sister Noelle who is the convicted drug addict."

Yeah, Noelle is such a horrible person and a failure, she should definitely consult with Al Gore's son on how to live the straight and narrow lifestyle.

As for that Obama rally in Boston, will someone please make sure that the good bloated Senator is not going to be Barak's personal driver?

Being that this is a rally in the P.R.O.M, are sure you didn’t make a spelling mistake on who the rally is for, maybe mistaking a B when you should have typed an S?

L Crowe Norcross Ga   October 18th, 2007 2:07 pm ET

Ha! What a joke! The gay son of part of the Bush Crime Family(didn't Jeb Bush declare martial law in Florida Sept 10,2001? For what?) endorses a cross-dressing freak running for president.Good one.

Ed, Dallas, TX   October 18th, 2007 2:02 pm ET

No More Bushes! Just image what further damage another Bush could and would do. Let the American dynasty error DIE FOREVER!

January, 2009 the end of an error. - THE WORST error in American History!

Jeb Bush Jr 2016 (I think America is now smarter than that after 7 years of Dubya – or at least I pray to God they learned something).

I've to believe most of the American public has finally learned their lesson with Dumb (Daddy Bush Sr.) and now Dumber (Dubya). Enough is enough.

Tom, AlBUQUERQUE, NM   October 18th, 2007 2:00 pm ET

Nobody really care what a Bush thinks. This family has run its course. They are now irrelevant . Passe.

Mike Fort Washington, MD   October 18th, 2007 1:57 pm ET

I believe he is the Anti-Christ. They saw he will be the great uniter and ultimately destroy the world. I'll give him 10 years.

Jim L, Boston, MA   October 18th, 2007 1:55 pm ET

My mistake, he's the one who got caught having sex in a mall parking lot at age 16. So much for abstinence only. It's George P that's the stalker, and of course their sister Noelle who is the convicted drug addict.

Jim L, Boston, MA   October 18th, 2007 1:49 pm ET

Isn't this the guy who's a stalker? I guess Giuliani is getting the stalker vote now. That should help a lot.

Mark R. Fort Lauderdale FL   October 18th, 2007 1:44 pm ET

I remember seeing his picture in the news last year. No, wait, that was a mug shot!

Cable King Pittsburgh PA   October 18th, 2007 1:38 pm ET

one thing about the "ragin cajun" - he sure likes to have fun

Maria, Houston   October 18th, 2007 1:38 pm ET

…and maybe Jeb Bush Jr. and Chelsea Clinton should have a royal wedding so we all can live happily ever after…!

Barack Obama just raised one and half million in two days. MA Governor Deval Patrick is endorsing Obama and sending his 40,000 volunteers to campaign for him in NH. Big Obama rally in Boston next Tuesday. THAT'S NEWS, CNN.

Pat, Salem VA   October 18th, 2007 1:33 pm ET

Perhaps Nobel (1962) prize winner, Dr. James Watson can put his "brillance" to better use. Instead of making bizarre statements ("black people are less intelligent than whites"). perhaps he could concentrate on a study of the STUPID gene that appears to be pervasive within the Bush family.

The election of Rudy as president would be an extension of the Bush (miserable) saga–New York style!

sister marie paul minnesota, usa   October 18th, 2007 1:31 pm ET

Dear Mr. Blaine-
Don't kick yourself. It takes a real man to admit a mistake. It takes a great man to learn from one.
God Bless you.

"After 12 years of Bushs nobody is going to vote for either 4 or 8 years for another Bush. Cannot today believe I was stupid engough to vote for Bush Sr and his son twice. Kicking myself every day in the butt for being so stupid."

Posted By Steve Wittlake Blaine Washington

rudy? nah miami fl   October 18th, 2007 1:07 pm ET

Can someone please say what does Jeb or Mitt mean in real translated names?
And, I do not understand, why support someone who is a loser and an opportunist?

my911call, Wilmington, NC   October 18th, 2007 1:00 pm ET

James Carville's prediction makes no sense at all. The country is so anti-Bush right now that his statements is just wierd.
James: Get a grip!

Dee, NY, NY   October 18th, 2007 12:55 pm ET

Steve from Washignton:
Refreshing to see a Bush supporter admit their mistake and honestly wish for a better future. Well done, Sir! But don't be too hard on youreslf…Bush duped a lot of people and I believe your heart was in the right place.

Sue in Michigan   October 18th, 2007 12:52 pm ET

"Rudy has the leadership qualities…" sounds like he has the same stellar qualities of Jeb's dad and uncle. Is THAT really what we want again?

Scott, Washington, DC   October 18th, 2007 12:43 pm ET

Stopping the Bush, Clinton dynastys should be on everyone's minds at this point. They both need to be stopped.

Daniel   October 18th, 2007 12:40 pm ET

Combine this with Governor Perry's endorsement of Rudy, and it seems the Bush clan is going for Giuliani?

RIghtyTighty   October 18th, 2007 12:28 pm ET

Jeb Bush Jr 2016
Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush

Let the American dynasty continue..

Jon bon jove Miami,Florida   October 18th, 2007 12:26 pm ET

We the People have what we want.

Think and go to poll and vote. I am tire of reading the same thing date and date, and date. VOTE if you want respect.

trent porter, tx   October 18th, 2007 12:24 pm ET

for a guy with crook-family connections, bush's endorsement can only hurt giuliani. guiliani is a fear mongering fool.

CG Austin, TX   October 18th, 2007 12:22 pm ET

Jeb Bush, Jr, eh?

He's got a lot of experience around drugs too. After all, his uncle the president has had issues with drugs, his older sister has been in and out of rehab numerous times….

Ron, TX   October 18th, 2007 12:19 pm ET

Jeb is the moderate black sheep of the family. I'm a devout democrat, and I'll very willing vote for Giuliani over Clinton if the democrats are stupid enough to give that partisan divider the nomination. What we -don't- need is another 4-8 years of Washington deadlocked in partisan feuding, and make no mistake about it, no Republican will ever make ANY concessions to Clinton. Giuliani is moderate on social views, that's all I ask for to vote Republican over Clinton.

laurinda,ny   October 18th, 2007 11:37 am ET

Well there goes a drop in Rudy's poll numbers!

RH, Brooklyn, NY   October 18th, 2007 11:36 am ET

This is a powerful endorsement, as it comes from a member of a family known for its wise political judgment and long history of political sacrifice for the hardworking people of America.

pat lambert   October 18th, 2007 11:32 am ET

that otta help a lot!

RIghtyTighty   October 18th, 2007 11:32 am ET

Jeb Bush Jr 2016
Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton, Bush

Let the American dynasty continue..

Steve Wittlake Blaine Washington   October 18th, 2007 11:30 am ET

After 12 years of Bushs nobody is going to vote for either 4 or 8 years for another Bush. Cannot today believe I was stupid engough to vote for Bush Sr and his son twice. Kicking myself every day in the butt for being so stupid.

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