Florida Democrats Mourn the Death of Jim Shore, General Counsel of the Florida Seminole Tribe       

The Florida Democratic Party mourns the death of longtime Seminole Tribe General Counsel, Jim Shore. Chair Nikki Fried released the following statement after his passing:

“Jim Shore was a legend among us. As the first member of the Unconquered Seminole Tribe to become an attorney, his tireless efforts on behalf of his people will leave a lasting legacy.

Far more than the legal architect of Indian gaming in Florida, Jim transformed our State for the better by creating not just the pathway for a prosperous future for the Tribe, but also by creating employment opportunities and financial stability for thousands of people employed in the hotels and casinos.

Beyond gaming, through his landmark work on water rights, energy, and the environment, and the scholarships in his name that will afford more members of the Tribe with a legal education, Jim’s impact will be felt for generations.”