LAS VEGAS (AP) – Billionaire casino mogul and Republican mega-donor Sheldon Adelson died Monday night at age 87.
Here are some reactions to his death:
“Sheldon lived the true American dream. Sheldon was loyal to his family, to his country, and to all who knew him. The world has lost a great man. They will miss him. “- President Donald Trump
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“Sheldon Adelson not only lived the American dream, but embodied it; a philanthropist whose generosity knew no bounds and helped to shape innumerable worthy causes; and a businessman who changed an immeasurable number of lives. “- Vice President Mike Pence
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“Sheldon struggled to get out of a tough Boston neighborhood to build a successful company that loyally employed tens of thousands and entertained millions.” – Former President George W. Bush
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“Few people have had such a significant impact on the hospitality and gaming industry and the Nevada economy as Sheldon Adelson. It was crucial to transform Las Vegas into the iconic destination it is today. – Former U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, a Nevada Democrat
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“His life made him a fearless advocate of freedom and entrepreneurship and a source of advice and support for a generation of conservatives, myself included.” – House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, California Republican
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“Sheldon Adelson’s viewfinder helped transform Las Vegas from a small desert town into a world-class tourist destination. Silver State’s large business, entertainment and convention industries are what they are today because of their work and dedication to building a Las Vegas that can cater to everyone, from entrepreneurs to international travelers. ” – US Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, Nevada Democrat
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“I am just happy to hear from Sheldon Adelson. As Jewish leaders, we also shared a deep concern for the rise of anti-Semitism and joined forces to help fight hatred. ” – U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen, a Nevada Democrat
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“He wasn’t afraid to go all-in and take his position in his opinion without looking over his shoulder or guessing himself.” – Former Las Vegas casino mogul Steve Wynn
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“As a prominent businessman, investor and philanthropist, Sheldon Adelson has been a mainstay in the Las Vegas community for decades. Born in a hard-working neighborhood in Boston, Sheldon grew up understanding the value of hard work and eventually built one of the most successful companies in the world. ” – U.S. Representative Mark Amodei, Nevada Republican
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“Sheldon Adelson left an undeniable mark in Las Vegas. Through his great philanthropic efforts, he created new educational opportunities for children in southern Nevada and helped thousands of teens and adults struggling with opioid addiction overcome their illness. ” – US Representative Steven Horsford, Nevada Democrat
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“Sheldon was a man who believed, succeeded, and invested in bold, bold ideas that changed the state of Nevada.” “Democratic Gov. Steve Sisolak.”
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“Sheldon Adelson is a man who has served our community in many ways: he was a pioneer in the casino and convention industry, an expert businessman and a philanthropist who funded a school, medical research and many other causes.” – Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford, Democrat
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“Sheldon Adelson helped make Las Vegas one of the top international travel destinations.” – American Representative Dina Titus, Democrat from Nevada
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“He was a gaming giant who helped shape modern Las Vegas and employed thousands of Las Vegas families for decades.” – The American representative Susie Lee, a Democrat from Nevada