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Horseracing congressman takes lead for embattled industry

RooneyNew on Board: Rooney puts contacts to use as CEO of the National Thoroughbred Racing AssociationTom Rooney's lifestyle has returned to its usual breakneck pace.The former Florida congressman hit the ground running as CEO of the National Thoroughbred Racing Association, where he took over the top role Jan. 1. After a decade running his own political races, Rooney is charting a new path with his impressive rolodex to improve relationships between the scandal-plagued industry and congressional lawmakers.Rooney succeeds Alex Waldrop, who retired after leading the group for 15 years. Rooney's task: Be the industry's man in Washington as it struggles to adapt to new safety… Read More