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Top 10 Dying Industries in the U.S.

From the Washington Post's Wonkblog comes news of a report just out from IBISWorld that looks at 10 industries demonstrating, as the researchers put it, exceptionally sour performance in the United States. There are various reasons, from the advent of new technology to trade competition. Nevertheless, here's the list:

1. Photofinishing.
2. Newspaper publishing.
3. Appliance repair.

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Where Is George Zimmerman?

Two attorneys for George Zimmerman said Tuesday they're quitting the case because their client, the Sanford neighborhood watch volunteer who fatally shot teenager Trayvon Martin, has disappeared.

It's unethical taking actions related to the case when you can't consult with your client, they said.

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Herman Cain Likes Allen West as Mitt Romney's VP

Looking, perhaps, to exert a little influence on GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney, Herman Cain appeared on the Steve Gill Show on Radio America Monday morning to push Florida Rep. Allen West as Romneys vice presidential pick.

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Did Debbie Wasserman Schultz Forget Obama Broken Promises?

Debbie Wasserman Schultz, representing Florida's 20th Congressional District and chairwoman of the Democratic National Committee, had plenty to say Sunday about the latest national jobs report.

Appearing on CNN's State of the Union with Candy Crowley, Wasserman Schultzdefended the progress the president has made recovering from the economy and accused the GOP of rooting for economic failure.

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Newt Gingrich: I Will Support Mitt Romney

Newt Gingrich certainly sounds as if he sees the light at the end of the GOP primary tunnel and realizes it shines on Mitt Romney, not on him.

Appearing on Fox News Sunday, the former speaker of the House talked about his presidential campaign and what happens next for the Republican Party. He said if Mitt does get 1,144 delegates, then he will support him:

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The Rev. Tim Tebow? Look Who's Delivering Easter Sermon to 30,000

Tim Tebow, already a quarterback legend at the University of Florida, will deliver the sermon in Georgetown, Texas, at Celebration Church this Easter Sunday.

Tebow should feel right at home, as if he's in a bowl game. The church is setting up bleachers for expected crowds of 30,000 people.

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Happy Easter, from Ann and Rick Scott

Gov. and Mrs. Rick Scott expressed their Easter good wishes Friday in the following statement:

Ann and I join Christians throughout our state in celebrating the Easter holiday this weekend. As we celebrate our salvation and honor the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, we are reminded of the many blessings we have as Floridians and Americans.

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Guy Harvey Florida Lottery Scratch-Off to Benefit State's Coastlines

The Florida Lottery today launches a fairly unusual scratch-off game -- one in the $2 denomination that features a series of six wildlife illustrations which will represent original Guy Harvey Collector's Series artwork.

No shameless self-promoting here. The popular wildlife artist will donate all of his licensing proceeds from the GUY HARVEY Scratch-Off game entirely to The Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation, a nonprofit organization that directly benefits Florida's coastlines.

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Bill Clinton: Florida, Rethink Stand Your Ground law

Former President Bill Clinton told "ABC Monday" that the tragic killing of Trayvon Martin should cause Florida -- and all states that have expanded their concealed weapons laws -- to rethink the Stand Your Ground law.

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Let David Wilkins Stay Put; Get a Child-Safety-Oriented DCF Chief

Seeing as how Department of Children and Families Secretary David Wilkins is such a good chief operating officer for Florida's government operations, maybe Gov. Rick Scott should keep him right where he is, nowhere near the child protection agency.

Maybe the governor should give somebody else a shot at saving children.

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