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Lawmakers and others respond to Tuesday's shooting at a Carson City IHOP restaurant.

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"Mayor Crowell and I wish to extend our sympathies to the victims of today's tragedy and their families. The mayor and I also want to assure all Nevadans and especially residents of Carson City that everything is being done to ensure the public's safety. All authorities on the local, state and federal level are cooperating effectively and appropriately." __ Joint statement from Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval and Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell.

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"I'm deeply saddened by this senseless act and extend my sympathies to those afflicted this morning. I applaud the first responders for their professionalism, and my thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time." __ Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev.

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"I am deeply saddened by the senseless violence today in Carson City. My thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families." __ Republican presidential hopeful Mitt Romney, who was scheduled to speak in North Las Vegas.

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"This is a tragic day for Nevada. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the families and loved ones of each of those killed and to all those who were wounded. They are in my prayers." __ Rep. Shelley Berkley, D-Nev.

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"Terrible tragedy today in Carson City. Mine and (my wife) Janie's thoughts are with the victims and their families." __ Nevada Assembly Speaker John Oceguera, D-Las Vegas, via Twitter.

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"My thoughts and prayers go out to the victims, families & friends of those killed & injured in today's Carson City shooting" __ Rep. Joe Heck, R-Nev., via Twitter.

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"I am deeply saddened by the news of today's tragic event in Carson. My thoughts and prayers go out to the victims as well as their families and loved ones. I commend the medical and law enforcement communities for their professionalism during this crisis." __ Rep. Dean Heller, R-Nev.

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"My God be with the families of those hurt and killed in the senseless violence today in Carson City." __ State Sen. Ben Kieckhefer, R-Reno, via Twitter.

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"My thoughts & prayers go out to the victims of today's shooting in Carson City." __ State Sen. Ruben Kihuen, D-Las Vegas, via Twitter.