http://www.tampabay.com/florida-politics/buzz/2018/04/11/rep-dennis-ross-is-retiring/WASHINGTON – Republican Rep. Dennis Ross of Lakeland said Wednesday he will not seek another term in November, becoming the latest in a string of Republican departures, including House Speaker Paul Ryan who announced his retirement on the same day.
"Eight years takes its toll on you. When you feel like a stranger in your hometown, it's time to say, 'There's got to be an exit strategy at some point,' " Ross told the Tampa Bay Times, noting he planned on serving 10 years, or five terms.
Ross, 58, said he wants to spend more time at home, with two sons getting married within the year. He cited the grind of travel to and from Washington and having to constantly raise money as well as bitter partisanship.
"My wife and I decided this is a good time. I never wanted to do it for a career. I'm looking forward to getting back to practicing law," he said, and perhaps teach political science at the college level.
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