Sheldon Adelson dead at 87

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Las Vegas: Sheldon Adelson, the billionaire mogul and power broker who built a casino empire spanning from Las Vegas to China and became a singular force in domestic and international politics, has died after a long illness, his wife said.

Blunt yet secretive, the squatly built Adelson resembled an old-fashioned political boss and stood apart from most American Jews, who for decades have supported Democrats by wide margins. Adelson was considered the nation’s most influential Republican donor over the final years of his life, at times setting records for individual contributions during a given election cycle.

In 2012, Politico called him “the dominant pioneer of the super PAC era”.

https://www.smh.com.au/world/north-america/sheldon-adelson-casino-magnate-and-billionaire-trump-donor-dies-20210113-p56tmu.html

[korbal29]

Good riddance !!! let him go meet his maker.
Thanks to him and his billions given to support Nathanyahu there will never be a peace agreement for palestinians.
Single handedly helping the sionists steal more lands from palestinians and building illegal settlements on occupied territories.

[khicks26]

See ya!

[Nitrogen]

Days to lower the flags after a cop is murdered protecting the Capitol: 3.5
Hours for the WH to issue their statement of condolences for Sheldon: 3.5

[vitterd]

2021 starting to get better.

[rkelly110]

Would love to see him trying to get through that needle.....RIP, POS!

[khicks26]

Would love to see him trying to get through that needle.....RIP, POS!

[Ian]

I'm not one to celebrate a person's death, but Adelson was a proud enemy of online gambling. Hopefully the next head of LV Sands will have more foresight on the issue.

[slewfan]

making judgements and comments on one's death, when you know absolutely nothing about them personally, is rather foolish. It also shows many weaknesses in your personality... All anyone with common sense has to do, is look who made the negative comments and realize how idiotic the commentators have become. ..

[rkelly110]

making judgements and comments on one's death, when you know absolutely nothing about them personally, is rather foolish. It also shows many weaknesses in your personality... All anyone with common sense has to do, is look who made the negative comments and realize how idiotic the commentators have become. ..

Some light reading for ya. You being a repub, you won't care, but me as a dem cares a lot about this slime. He has trust funds for repukes in the 10's of millions.

https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/sheldon-adelson-casino-mogul-gop-power-broker-dies-75196752

Sheldon Adelson, casino mogul and GOP power broker, dies

Sheldon Adelson, the billionaire mogul and power broker who built a casino empire spanning from Las Vegas to China and became a singular force in domestic and international politics has died after a long illness.

Blunt yet secretive, the squatly-built Adelson resembled an old-fashioned political boss and stood apart from most American Jews, who for decades have supported Democrats by wide margins. Adelson was considered the nation’s most influential GOP donor over the final years of his life, at times setting records for individual contributions during a given election cycle.

[themike78]

Truly sickening how libs are celebrating someone's death because they have different political views. How pathetic. This is a perfect example why the majority of libs are evil disgusting people. R.I.P Mr. Adelson.

[dimaggio8]

Good riddance !!! let him go meet his maker.
Thanks to him and his billions given to support Nathanyahu there will never be a peace agreement for palestinians.
Single handedly helping the sionists steal more lands from palestinians and building illegal settlements on occupied territories.

So you are saying Adelson is directly responsible for the Palestine/Israel conflict. Wow, very ignorant stuff right here. Why don't you get your facts straight before making outrageous accusations.

[Enkhbat]

I knew 2021 couldn't possibly be worse than 2020.

[BOA12]

So you are saying Adelson is directly responsible for the Palestine/Israel conflict. Wow, very ignorant stuff right here. Why don't you get your facts straight before making outrageous accusations.

I'D check 1945 Sphere Of influence for likely culprit($). Billions in support the "fuel' that keeps THEIR machine "rolling".

[BOA12]

Truly sickening how libs are celebrating someone's death because they have different political views. How pathetic. This is a perfect example why the majority of libs are evil disgusting people. R.I.P Mr. Adelson.

More like Wizard Of Oz, minion's even praising, The Demise. Like crying when happy. His legacy is sickening, sorry Mike.

[BOA12]

Some light reading for ya. You being a repub, you won't care, but me as a dem cares a lot about this slime. He has trust funds for repukes in the 10's of millions.

https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/sheldon-adelson-casino-mogul-gop-power-broker-dies-75196752

Sheldon Adelson, casino mogul and GOP power broker, dies

Sheldon Adelson, the billionaire mogul and power broker who built a casino empire spanning from Las Vegas to China and became a singular force in domestic and international politics has died after a long illness.

Blunt yet secretive, the squatly-built Adelson resembled an old-fashioned political boss and stood apart from most American Jews, who for decades have supported Democrats by wide margins. Adelson was considered the nation’s most influential GOP donor over the final years of his life, at times setting records for individual contributions during a given election cycle.

Had to one up the koch bro's.

[dimaggio8]

I'D check 1945 Sphere Of influence for likely culprit($). Billions in support the "fuel' that keeps THEIR machine "rolling".

It's clear you know a lot more about this than I do, but I find it difficult to believe that one person is directly responsible for a conflict that has gone back centuries.

[BOA12]

It's clear you know a lot more about this than I do, but I find it difficult to believe that one person is directly responsible for a conflict that has gone back centuries.

Like pieces of a puzzle; World "divided up" post WW II. One man not responsible. All those Middle Eastern nations, will never unite, not even against Israel. A mindset, backed by big $ always been responsible. Not sure I know any more or less than , U; studied History, that's about it. Our Nation turns our lonely eyes to you, Dimaggio.

[korbal29]

It's clear you know a lot more about this than I do, but I find it difficult to believe that one person is directly responsible for a conflict that has gone back centuries.

Its clear that you need to do I lot of learning before jumping and answering: first of all where did I say he is directly responsable about the conflict? I said he is HELPING (plain simple english) .When you pour oil on the fire, is that mean you started it? come on...
I am not one who celebrate someone death, but this guy was a real piece of work : he offered trump to transfert US embassy from tel-aviv to Jerusalem (breaking all international laws) and Mister Adelson will pay for half of the cost!!! To show you how much stirring s h i t he out to do. What did he ever give the average american while giving his billions to israel?

[BigdaddyQH]

making judgements and comments on one's death, when you know absolutely nothing about them personally, is rather foolish. It also shows many weaknesses in your personality... All anyone with common sense has to do, is look who made the negative comments and realize how idiotic the commentators have become. ..

Surely you do not expect any of these people to have a brain do you? All they can do is whine in here becqause they are totally powerless to do anything else. Another in a series of pointless posts made by illiterate people.

[maggiethebestdog]

Its clear that you need to do I lot of learning before jumping and answering: first of all where did I say he is directly responsable about the conflict? I said he is HELPING (plain simple english) .When you pour oil on the fire, is that mean you started it? come on...
I am not one who celebrate someone death, but this guy was a real piece of work : he offered trump to transfert US embassy from tel-aviv to Jerusalem (breaking all international laws) and Mister Adelson will pay for half of the cost!!! To show you how much stirring s h i t he out to do. What did he ever give the average american while giving his billions to israel?

Being such a history student, I'm sure you know that the idea of moving the US embassy to Jerusalem has been talked about and promised by people from both sides, Dems and Pubs, for decades

[korbal29]

Surely you do not expect any of these people to have a brain do you? All they can do is whine in here becqause they are totally powerless to do anything else. Another in a series of pointless posts made by illiterate people.

Great contribution to the thread. Brainless, illiterate, blablabla.. How about refuting the facts I provided? Unless you are a die hard jew zionist lover or one (for that matter).
Typical zionist tactic: divert the attention from the facts...

[dimaggio8]

Like pieces of a puzzle; World "divided up" post WW II. One man not responsible. All those Middle Eastern nations, will never unite, not even against Israel. A mindset, backed by big $ always been responsible. Not sure I know any more or less than , U; studied History, that's about it. Our Nation turns our lonely eyes to you, Dimaggio.

Good job throwing in a classic song. I am not on either side I might have read too much into this. And yes, history does repeat itself.

[BOA12]

Good job throwing in a classic song. I am not on either side I might have read too much into this. And yes, history does repeat itself.

Been a student 4life; easy as ABC. BOL #8.

[Crusherrr]

May he rot in his grave.

[korbal29]

Being such a history student, I'm sure you know that the idea of moving the US embassy to Jerusalem has been talked about and promised by people from both sides, Dems and Pubs, for decades

We are not talking about the political and legal implications for the transfert, we are talking about one american citizen offering to do it on his own with his billions. UNHEARD and he happens to value more his attachement to Israel than to his country.

The Trump administration is considering an offer from Republican mega-donor Sheldon Adelson to pay for at least part of a new U.S. embassy in Jerusalem, four U.S. officials told The Associated Press.
Lawyers at the State Department are looking into the legality of accepting private donations to cover some or all of the embassy costs, the administration officials said. The discussions are occurring as the new embassy clears its final bureaucratic hurdles. On Thursday, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson ended weeks of delay by signing off on a security plan for moving the embassy from Tel Aviv to the holy city, according to the officials, who weren't authorized to discuss the issue publicly and demanded anonymity.

[maggiethebestdog]

We are not talking about the political and legal implications for the transfert, we are talking about one american citizen offering to do it on his own with his billions. UNHEARD and he happens to value more his attachement to Israel than to his country.

The Trump administration is considering an offer from Republican mega-donor Sheldon Adelson to pay for at least part of a new U.S. embassy in Jerusalem, four U.S. officials told The Associated Press.
Lawyers at the State Department are looking into the legality of accepting private donations to cover some or all of the embassy costs, the administration officials said. The discussions are occurring as the new embassy clears its final bureaucratic hurdles. On Thursday, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson ended weeks of delay by signing off on a security plan for moving the embassy from Tel Aviv to the holy city, according to the officials, who weren't authorized to discuss the issue publicly and demanded anonymity.

You painted him as a rogue conspirator who was doing something illegal that nobody had ever talked about or promised to do for decades

I merely pointed out that was factually incorrect

It's been talked about by tons of people of both parties for decades

Obviously a citizen paying for some of it would be a concern

So why not just say that, instead of pretending the idea of moving the embassy was rogue or illegal??????



Facts and context matter

[ParlayTeaser]

Good riddance! Complicit in the monster he created and supported.

[korbal29]

You painted him as a rogue conspirator who was doing something illegal that nobody had ever talked about or promised to do for decades

I merely pointed out that was factually incorrect

It's been talked about by tons of people of both parties for decades

Obviously a citizen paying for some of it would be a concern

So why not just say that, instead of pretending the idea of moving the embassy was rogue or illegal??????



Facts and context matter

I dont know if you beg to be embarassed or you lack the mental abilities to debate. Dont you realize by trying to defend Adelson you contradict yourself in the same post ?
you said its a concern if he offers to pay for it, well how much of concern? Just because he is buddy buddy with Trump ,its been swept under the rug instead of opening full investigation.
How about an American citizen helping funding illegal settlements with billions $ on palestinian lands?
The embassy move is illegal under international laws because Jerusalem happens to belong to Palestinians, Google is here to help you do your homework

[maggiethebestdog]

I dont know if you beg to be embarassed or you lack the mental abilities to debate. Dont you realize by trying to defend Adelson you contradict yourself in the same post ?
you said its a concern if he offers to pay for it, well how much of concern? Just because he is buddy buddy with Trump ,its been swept under the rug instead of opening full investigation.
How about an American citizen helping funding illegal settlements with billions $ on palestinian lands?
The embassy move is illegal under international laws because Jerusalem happens to belong to Palestinians, Google is here to help you do your homework

LOL
You can't be serious

First off, I never defended Adelson
I factually corrected you on a detail about him that you incorrectly posted

If you said he flew planes into the WTC on 9/11, I would factually correct you on that as well
That does not mean I think he was a good person or that I supported him
That is a tactic liars like you use to deflect when you get called out on your nonsense

As far as the move of the embassy being "illegal", that is an opinion, not fact

Several US Presidents have said they were going to do it

That has been disputed for decades, just like everything else between Israel and the Palestinians

There is no consensus that it is illegal

As far as other settlements go, that is just another deflection by you trying to justify your inaccurate statements

That wasn't the topic

Adelson was a scumbag
I never defended him

I just exposed you as misleading and ignorant

You aren't as smart as you think you are

[korbal29]

LOL
You can't be serious

First off, I never defended Adelson
I factually corrected you on a detail about him that you incorrectly posted

If you said he flew planes into the WTC on 9/11, I would factually correct you on that as well
That does not mean I think he was a good person or that I supported him
That is a tactic liars like you use to deflect when you get called out on your nonsense

As far as the move of the embassy being "illegal", that is an opinion, not fact

Several US Presidents have said they were going to do it

That has been disputed for decades, just like everything else between Israel and the Palestinians

There is no consensus that it is illegal

As far as other settlements go, that is just another deflection by you trying to justify your inaccurate statements

That wasn't the topic

Adelson was a scumbag
I never defended him

I just exposed you as misleading and ignorant

You aren't as smart as you think you are

The General Assembly,

• Bearing in mind the specific status of the Holy City of Jerusalem and, in particular, the need for the protection and preservation of the unique spiritual, religious and cultural dimensions of the City, as foreseen in the relevant United Nations resolutions,
• Stressing that Jerusalem is a final status issue to be resolved through negotiations in line with relevant United Nations resolutions,
• Expressing in this regard its deep regret at recent decisions concerning the status of Jerusalem,
• Affirms that any decisions and actions which purport to have altered, the character, status or demographic composition of the Holy City of Jerusalem have no legal effect, are null and void and must be rescinded in compliance with relevant resolutions of the Security Council, and in this regard, calls upon all States to refrain from the establishment of diplomatic missions in the Holy City of Jerusalem, pursuant to resolution 478 (1980) of the Security Council;
• Demands that all States comply with Security Council resolutions regarding the Holy City of Jerusalem, and not to recognize any actions or measures contrary to those resolutions;
• Reiterates its call for the reversal of the negative trends on the ground that are imperiling the two-State solution and for the intensification and acceleration of international and regional efforts and support aimed at achieving, without delay, a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in the Middle East on the basis of the relevant United Nations resolutions, the Madrid terms of reference, including the principle of land for peace, the Arab Peace Initiative and the Quartet Roadmap and an end to the Israeli occupation that began in 1967.

Who is the ignorant ? Dont get me started on the illegal settlements ? Google is available to educate you before you post.
Do yourself a favor and stop posting on subjects you are totally ignorant of

[maggiethebestdog]

The General Assembly,

• Bearing in mind the specific status of the Holy City of Jerusalem and, in particular, the need for the protection and preservation of the unique spiritual, religious and cultural dimensions of the City, as foreseen in the relevant United Nations resolutions,
• Stressing that Jerusalem is a final status issue to be resolved through negotiations in line with relevant United Nations resolutions,
• Expressing in this regard its deep regret at recent decisions concerning the status of Jerusalem,
• Affirms that any decisions and actions which purport to have altered, the character, status or demographic composition of the Holy City of Jerusalem have no legal effect, are null and void and must be rescinded in compliance with relevant resolutions of the Security Council, and in this regard, calls upon all States to refrain from the establishment of diplomatic missions in the Holy City of Jerusalem, pursuant to resolution 478 (1980) of the Security Council;
• Demands that all States comply with Security Council resolutions regarding the Holy City of Jerusalem, and not to recognize any actions or measures contrary to those resolutions;
• Reiterates its call for the reversal of the negative trends on the ground that are imperiling the two-State solution and for the intensification and acceleration of international and regional efforts and support aimed at achieving, without delay, a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in the Middle East on the basis of the relevant United Nations resolutions, the Madrid terms of reference, including the principle of land for peace, the Arab Peace Initiative and the Quartet Roadmap and an end to the Israeli occupation that began in 1967.

Who is the ignorant ? Dont get me started on the illegal settlements ? Google is available to educate you before you post.
Do yourself a favor and stop posting on subjects you are totally ignorant of

LOL

This is like talking to a child

Yes, like I said, there are some in the international community that consider the embassy move to be "illegal"

There are just as many in the international community that don't

Of course Palestine and Israel disagree, just like everything else

I couldn't care less about it

My point is that you are representing that because some people consider it illegal, that means that it is, and that there is a majority of international recognition of it being illegal

That is 100% factually incorrect

You are selectively posting things that support your opinion, while ignoring the fact that this is internationally disputed and has been for decades

I am not choosing a side
I couldn't care less what Israel and Palestine argue about, all settlements included
I couldn't care less where the embassy is


I am posting facts, while you are posting selective opinions and calling them facts

This is pathetic
You are basically arguing with me that 2+2=4

Adelson was scum, and you are a clown

Keep believing you are outsmarting everyone

Carry on with your nonsense

[korbal29]

making judgements and comments on one's death, when you know absolutely nothing about them personally, is rather foolish. It also shows many weaknesses in your personality... All anyone with common sense has to do, is look who made the negative comments and realize how idiotic the commentators have become. ..

What do you know about me to make your idiotic comments , just because you dont like my post you dont wanna miss the chance to show us how ignorant and imbecile you are! Refute what I said by proving they are lies (for exemple).
As for not making comments on one s death, by your logic, I shouldnt criticize hitler(for exemple).
Do me a favor ,next time you see my posts avoid being stupid and reply unless you bring facts to the thread or you will be crucified

[fedex11204]

Wow good to see so many anti-Semites on this form

[stevek173]

First dude pushes against weed then online poker.

Rest NOT in peace scumbag, hope you're enjoying rotting in Hell.