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Newsweek
14 hours ago
- Politics
- Newsweek
Bush Family Makes Moves to Reboot Political Dynasty
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Bush family could revitalize their political dynasty as Jonathan Bush, cousin of former President George W. Bush, considers a run for governor in Maine. Why It Matters Bush-style conservatism has been on the outs in the modern GOP, as President Donald Trump's brand of politics has dominated the party over the past decade since his first presidential bid in 2016. In 2022, George P. Bush's defeat in the Texas attorney general GOP primary was viewed as the potential end of the decades-long political dynasty. But Jonathan Bush has taken steps to launch a gubernatorial campaign in Maine, a Democratic-leaning state with an independent streak, ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. What To Know Maine Governor Janet Mills' retirement at the end of her term leaves open the Maine gubernatorial office, which has been held by both Democrats and Republicans over the years. Jonathan Bush is taking early steps to prepare for a potential gubernatorial run. Former President Bush and former Florida Governor Jeb Bush held a fundraiser for Jonathan Bush in Kennebunkport, Maine, this week, reported The Bangor Daily News. He has also launched an exploratory committee for governor and, earlier this year, began a nonprofit "Maine for Keeps" that works on issues like housing and the economy. His potential run could be a chance to rekindle the Bush dynasty. But how successful a comeback for the Bush family in the Trump era could be remains to be seen, as Jonathan Bush would have to contend with a new iteration of the GOP and a state where Democrats typically have an advantage if he decides to run. Photo-illustration by Newsweek/Getty Is There Room for a Bush in the Trump GOP? Ronald Schmidt, professor of political science at the University of Southern Maine, told Newsweek that there are still Republicans in the state who would be open to supporting a Bush. "There are still Republicans in Maine who have fond memories of the Bush family, and some who support an idea of moderate, or at least non-Trumpish, conservatism who could well be open to such a candidate, and there are Republicans who hope to follow Trump's political path. I don't think it's been established yet which faction is stronger," he said. Mainers "like the image of themselves as independents," he said. Democrats outnumber Republicans in the state, but not by an overwhelming margin. What will be key in the gubernatorial race is candidates' ground game and mobilization, he said. "As for Jonathan Bush, his family's support, in regard to fundraising, name recognition, and endorsement are nothing to discount. And, of course, the Bush family has been skillful at moving between many GOP factions, including the right-wing," he said. Dan Shea, a professor of political science at Colby College, told Newsweek that a divide remains between Bush-style and Trump-style Republicans in Maine. "Republicans in state are really roughly divided between the more Bush-like traditional Republican, the more Yankee Republica, and the Trump-LePage Republican. My best guess is about 50-50," he said, referring to the state's former GOP Governor Paul LePage. While the Trump-like GOP faction may "not warm to a Bush super fast," there is still a "very large, pragmatic, centrist piece of the Maine electorate," Shea said. Republicans typically need to focus on fiscal conservatism, but carve out more moderate policy on social issues, to win in Maine, he said. The decision to hold a small fundraiser in Kennebunkport, a wealthy coastal town in the state's southernmost region, may not play well with some of the more rural, Trump Republicans, he said. "That he would have a fundraiser with just a handful of people in Kennebunkport, that doesn't play particularly well to much of rural Maine," he said. "Kennebunkport is very distinct. It's very different." Another challenge for Bush could be the general election, when he will face a Democratic candidate. Although the state has not elected consecutive governors from the same party for decades, the state has gotten bluer in recent years, he said. Mills handily won reelection in 2022, and while the state shifted a bit to Trump last November, it did so by a smaller margin than most other states, he said. Costas Panagopoulos, a Northeastern University political science professor, told Newsweek that many Americans are "skeptical" about political dynasties, but having that name recognition could be an advantage over other Republican candidates, particularly in a more crowded field. "The Bush family name still carries a lot of weight in places like Maine," he said. While the GOP has moved away from the Bush family legacy, there are still some Republican voters who are "uncomfortable with the direction of the Trump Republican Party" and look back more nostalgically at the Bush years, he said. A candidate like Jonathan Bush would have to balance winning over those independent, moderate voters while also appealing to GOP primary voters who are closer to Trump's style of politics, Panagopoulos said. However, Maine could be "solid ground" for a Bush revival because of historical support for more moderate candidates, he said. Republican Senator Susan Collins, viewed as the most moderate in the Senate, for instance, has won reelection in recent years despite the state's blue tint in other races. Brandon Rottinghaus,a political science professor at the University of Houston, told Newsweek that Bush-style politics are "like the anti-MAGA," and that the "tone and issue profile of most modern Republicans are different from the Bush family politics." "Republican primary audiences are now conditioned to a more aggressive breed of conservatism, one district from the Bush family political legacy," he said. Trump and the Bushes Have Complicated Relationship The relationship between former President Bush and Trump has been strained. The former president has not endorsed or vocally supported Trump, and he criticized the administration's gutting of USAID earlier this year. Trump has been more vocal in his attacks against Bush on topics including his handling of the September 11, 2001, terror attacks and his foreign policy record during his time in the Oval Office. That divide has been a defining dynamic of Republican politics, as Bush and other more traditional conservatives have largely lost their grip on the GOP to Trump. His critiques of the Bushes go back more than a decade, with him writing that the U.S. needs "another Bush in office about as much as we need Obama to have a 3rd term" in a January 2013 post to X. Trump and Jeb Bush were also chief rivals during the 2016 GOP presidential primary, when the two frequently traded barbs. A Gallup poll released earlier this year found that 93 percent of Republicans viewed Trump favorably, while 63 percent viewed Bush favorably. Among all Americans, however, Bush was viewed more favorably. Fifty-two percent of Americans viewed him favorably, compared to 48 percent who viewed Trump favorably. The poll surveyed 1,001 American adults from January 21 to January 27, 2025, and had a margin of error of plus or minus four percentage points. If Jonathan Bush runs, he would be joining several other relatives of well-known politicians in the state. Both the son of Senator Angus King, an independent who caucuses with Democrats, and the daughter of Representative Chellie Pingree, a Democrat, are already in the race for governor. Jonathan Bush's nonprofit "Maine for Keeps" highlights his support to help the state "build a sustainable, independent economy." The website also includes a "Wall of Shame" that calls attention to what he views as "straight-out mistakes with the implementation of government programs to upside-down rules and regulations that make it harder for Maine people to get ahead." What People Are Saying Northeastern University political science professor Costas Panagopoulos told Newsweek: "Things for a Bush might have been very different before the Trump era, when the legacy of his cousin was more prominent in peoples' minds. Peoples' memories of the Bush presidency have now faded somewhat, and any criticism of George W. Bush or even HW Bush before that might pale in comparison to how people feel about Donald Trump and what is happening with Republican politics." A spokesperson for Jonathan Bush told The Bangor Daily News: "He's been fortunate to receive the support and counsel of Mainers from all over the state and all walks of life, and especially proud to have his family standing strongly by his side." Jonathan Bush wrote on the website for Maine for Keeps: "My family has been in Maine since the 1890s. My wife Fay's family has been here since the 1700s. Like so many others, we've chosen to make Maine our home and raise our children here because, quite simply, there is no better place to do that. The natural beauty, the town character, and the great people just can't be beat. "But what about our business environment? Sure it's stunningly beautiful and that helps attract people. We've also got a population of resilient, independent, hard-working citizens who have learned to adapt to whatever the next challenge may be." What Happens Next Jonathan Bush could announce his candidacy in the coming months. The Democratic primary, meanwhile, remains crowded with several prominent candidates in the race. The Cook Political Report and Sabato's Crystal Ball both classify the race as being Likely Democratic.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Zus Health Celebrates Unprecedented Growth, Announcing New Clients and AI-Powered Innovations
BOSTON, Feb. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zus Health is proud to announce a transformative milestone in its journey to reshape care delivery through data interoperability and actionable insights. Over the past year, Zus has grown its revenue eightfold, with 12 new client partnerships signed in the last quarter alone, further solidifying its position as a critical player in advancing value-based care. With over 60 live customers and cutting-edge AI-powered innovations, Zus has truly arrived as a driving force in healthcare transformation. These new partnerships include leading organizations like Cityblock, DispatchHealth, and more. Representing a range of care models and specialties, these clients are leveraging Zus's ability to provide a unified, actionable view of patient data to improve outcomes. Early adopters have already integrated seamlessly and report high satisfaction. Zus's growth is powered by its commitment to product innovation and scalability, particularly through its expanding suite of AI-driven capabilities. First up, our newly released human-readable narrative summaries transform unstructured clinical data into clear, concise insights—giving care teams instant access to the information they need while preserving accuracy and source transparency. We're also introducing an AI-driven risk suspecting engine, which surfaces hidden risk factors by incorporating clinical data beyond traditional practice settings, improving the accuracy and speed of risk coding. By focusing on high-impact conditions and tailoring solutions to customer-specific priorities, Zus is delivering tools to meet the evolving needs of value-based care organizations. Future enhancements, already being tested with users, promise to further refine the identification of care gaps and deliver even greater insights. As Zus Health's CEO Jonathan Bush explains, 'Healthcare has been stuck in the slow lane for far too long. At Zus, we're not just speeding it up—we're rewiring it for good. With new partnerships, rapidly evolving AI tools, and a growing client base, we're proving what's possible when healthcare providers have the right tools and information at their fingertips.' The numbers tell a compelling story. Over the past year, revenue has grown more than eightfold. Monthly billable patients have grown fivefold in the past year. Zus is fully integrated with existing EHR platforms, including Canvas, Elation, Healthie, and more, allowing customers to seamlessly connect and enhance their workflows. We are actively continuing to expand our integration network to support even more partners this year. This growth has been underpinned by the trust and satisfaction of our customers. With over 60 live clients, including HarmonyCares, Firefly Health, and Author Health, to name a few, Zus has become synonymous with simplifying data aggregation and improving care delivery. And in a recent testimonial video, Ben Hall, SVP of Product and Technology from Author Health described Zus as the 'easy button' for integrating actionable data into workflows, a sentiment echoed across the client base. Zus Health's mission to give providers clinical truth in the most places, in one clear voice, is driving the transformation of care delivery. By bringing information speed to healthcare, Zus is not only meeting today's challenges but paving the way for a more efficient, effective future. About Zus Health Zus Health is transforming healthcare by creating a single, always-on source of truth in patient data. Founded in 2021 by Jonathan Bush, co-founder and former CEO of athenahealth, Zus bridges data across care settings, empowering providers with actionable insights to improve patient outcomes and operational performance. Guided by its mission to give providers clinical truth in the most places, in one clear voice, Zus enables care delivery organizations to enhance coordination, improve workflows, and drive sustainable improvements in healthcare. To learn more, visit Media Contact: Darren BrandtCo-CEO, Sloane & Companydbrandt@ 446-1861Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
14-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Zus Health Celebrates Unprecedented Growth, Announcing New Clients and AI-Powered Innovations
BOSTON, Feb. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zus Health is proud to announce a transformative milestone in its journey to reshape care delivery through data interoperability and actionable insights. Over the past year, Zus has grown its revenue eightfold, with 12 new client partnerships signed in the last quarter alone, further solidifying its position as a critical player in advancing value-based care. With over 60 live customers and cutting-edge AI-powered innovations, Zus has truly arrived as a driving force in healthcare transformation. These new partnerships include leading organizations like Cityblock, DispatchHealth, and more. Representing a range of care models and specialties, these clients are leveraging Zus's ability to provide a unified, actionable view of patient data to improve outcomes. Early adopters have already integrated seamlessly and report high satisfaction. Zus's growth is powered by its commitment to product innovation and scalability, particularly through its expanding suite of AI-driven capabilities. First up, our newly released human-readable narrative summaries transform unstructured clinical data into clear, concise insights—giving care teams instant access to the information they need while preserving accuracy and source transparency. We're also introducing an AI-driven risk suspecting engine, which surfaces hidden risk factors by incorporating clinical data beyond traditional practice settings, improving the accuracy and speed of risk coding. By focusing on high-impact conditions and tailoring solutions to customer-specific priorities, Zus is delivering tools to meet the evolving needs of value-based care organizations. Future enhancements, already being tested with users, promise to further refine the identification of care gaps and deliver even greater insights. As Zus Health's CEO Jonathan Bush explains, 'Healthcare has been stuck in the slow lane for far too long. At Zus, we're not just speeding it up—we're rewiring it for good. With new partnerships, rapidly evolving AI tools, and a growing client base, we're proving what's possible when healthcare providers have the right tools and information at their fingertips.' The numbers tell a compelling story. Over the past year, revenue has grown more than eightfold. Monthly billable patients have grown fivefold in the past year. Zus is fully integrated with existing EHR platforms, including Canvas, Elation, Healthie, and more, allowing customers to seamlessly connect and enhance their workflows. We are actively continuing to expand our integration network to support even more partners this year. This growth has been underpinned by the trust and satisfaction of our customers. With over 60 live clients, including HarmonyCares, Firefly Health, and Author Health, to name a few, Zus has become synonymous with simplifying data aggregation and improving care delivery. And in a recent testimonial video, Ben Hall, SVP of Product and Technology from Author Health described Zus as the ' easy button ' for integrating actionable data into workflows, a sentiment echoed across the client base. Zus Health's mission to give providers clinical truth in the most places, in one clear voice, is driving the transformation of care delivery. By bringing information speed to healthcare, Zus is not only meeting today's challenges but paving the way for a more efficient, effective future. About Zus Health Zus Health is transforming healthcare by creating a single, always-on source of truth in patient data. Founded in 2021 by Jonathan Bush, co-founder and former CEO of athenahealth, Zus bridges data across care settings, empowering providers with actionable insights to improve patient outcomes and operational performance. Guided by its mission to give providers clinical truth in the most places, in one clear voice, Zus enables care delivery organizations to enhance coordination, improve workflows, and drive sustainable improvements in healthcare. To learn more, visit Media Contact: Darren Brandt
