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Former US Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid Dies

Latter-day Saint was 'dedicated to his family, his faith and his country'

The First Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ issued the following statement on Tuesday, December 28, 2021:

“On behalf of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we extend our condolences to the family of former Senator Harry Reid of Nevada. Senator Reid was a devoted and capable public servant who was dedicated to his family, his faith and his country. We are grateful for his tireless service in each of these facets of a life well-lived. We pray that Senator Reid’s loved ones will be blessed and sustained at this tender time of parting and in the years ahead.”

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Retired Senator Harry Reid was given the J. Reuben Clark Law Society's Distinguished Public Service Award January 20, 2017, at the organization's annual fireside in the Conference Center.2017 by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. All rights reserved.
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