Tea Party Fear: GOP (MGM Resorts) CEO Runs to Reid

[sabra]

Source: CNBC

MGM Resorts is the largest employer and the largest taxpayer in Nevada. CEO Jim Murren is a Republican who hopes to see the GOP take many Senate seats.

But not the one from Nevada.

Murren has thrown his support behind Democrat Harry Reid, because Murren believes Reid will protect the gaming industry.

"We're always a soft target," Murren told CNBC. He points out that the industry pays plenty in taxes, but many believe "we don't pay enough."

He says without the power that Reid's seniority brings, Las Vegas will get bullied.

Read more: http://www.cnbc.com/id/39795166

[Qutzupalotl]

1. Wrong reason, but right result.

I'll give him a pass.

[Kolesar]

2. Where's the gratitude for shuttin' Yucca?

(the nuclear fuel rods dump)

[txlibdem]

5. Pay me enough and they can bury them in my back yard.

I'm no shrinking violet when it comes to nuclear waste storage.

I'd just like them to get a plan and for-crying-out-loud stick with the plan. Quit wasting taxpayer money on studies and canceled projects. Just grab some land and stick it there. Done.

[Thornleylv]

3. Help Wanted

I know everyone reading this either will vote or already has voted. But if we all make sure one other sane person votes who otherwise would not have we could pull this out. I will do my part just for self preservation.

:kick: :kick:

[groundloop]

4. I'm dumbfounded that the polls have this election so close

HOW could such a wack job be taken seriously by nearly half the voters in Nevada?