In a YouTube clip posted today, Florida Senate President Mike Haridopolos announces that he’s decided to drop out of the U.S. Senate GOP primary. #

After touting his 2011 record in the Legislature and some of his early campaign endorsements, Haridopolos says it “became increasingly clear” that his responsibilities as a legislative leader were “in conflict” with his campaign commitments. He also says he won’t be a candidate for any office in 2012. #

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