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GOP super donor Bob Perry of Texas dies at 80
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| Contributor | Homegrown Democrat |
| Last Edited | Homegrown Democrat Apr 15, 2013 05:34am |
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| Category | Obituary |
| Author | PAUL J. WEBER and WILL WEISSERT |
| Media | Newspaper - Houston Chronicle |
| News Date | Monday, April 15, 2013 10:35:00 AM UTC0:0 |
| Description | AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Republican mega-donor Bob Perry never cared for the spotlight. But writing big checks and financing one of the most famous television ads ever in a presidential campaign made the Texas millionaire famous nonetheless.
A wealthy Houston homebuilder who shunned publicity while generously bankrolling GOP candidates — and becoming a force in a new era of lavish spending in American politics — Perry died over the weekend, said former Texas state Rep. Neal Jones, a close family friend.
Jones said late Sunday that Perry died "peacefully in his sleep" Saturday night. He did not offer further details.
"Mr. Perry was a wonderful friend to many all around the United States," Jones said. "With his passing we've lost a great patriot who has made a great difference in the lives of people all across the land. He will be sorely missed." |
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