Jeb Bush 'Actively Exploring 2016 Presidential Run

Jeb Bush has announced his intention to explore a presidential run, using a Twitter post to hint at his plans. Phil Mattingly analyzes the implications of this announcement, noting that Bush's establishment of a leadership PAC will allow him to campaign without officially declaring. This move is expected to influence other candidates' decisions, particularly Mitt Romney, whose donor base overlaps with Bush's. The announcement, while seemingly lukewarm, signals significant behind-the-scenes political maneuvering.

What platform did Jeb Bush use to announce his exploration of a presidential run?

• Instagram

• Twitter

• Snapchat

• LinkedIn

What is the primary purpose of Jeb Bush establishing a leadership PAC?

• To gather public opinion

• To start campaigning without official declaration

• To officially declare his candidacy

• To challenge other candidates

How does Jeb Bush's announcement affect other potential candidates?

• It discourages them from running

• It speeds up their decision-making process

• It has no effect

• It encourages them to wait longer

Which two candidates' donor bases overlap, affecting one candidate's decision to run?

• Mitt Romney and Chris Christie

• Jeb Bush and Hillary Clinton

• Jeb Bush and Mitt Romney

• Jeb Bush and Chris Christie

What effect does the presence of establishment candidates have on Mitt Romney's potential candidacy?

• It makes his entry more likely

• It has no effect

• It encourages him to run independently

• It makes his entry less likely