WASHINGTON (AP) – Stepping closer to a White House bid, former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush is ready to release thousands of emails and the first chapter of a related e-book intended to highlight his compassionate leadership style and conservative credentials.
The Republican said during a Monday morning conference call that he would release the materials on Tuesday. While many news outlets previously obtained the emails from Bush’s time in office, the former two-term governor suggested his interaction with constituents and staff would help shape his message in a prospective presidential campaign.
“One of things that came out this was a sense there is a story to be told here,” Bush said, describing “a style of leadership that tried to help people.”
The Associated Press was provided dial-in details and listened to the call.
Bush has yet to announce his political intentions, but he has been among the most aggressive GOP presidential prospects in recent weeks.