[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 153 (Tuesday, October 28, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2140]
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  HONORING ERNEST BORGNINE AS HE HOSTS ``A DAY WITH ERNEST BORGNINE''

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 28, 2003

  Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I rise today 
to join the community of Hamden, Connecticut in welcoming one of their 
true community treasures and one of America's most adored actors--
Ernest Borgnine. Today, this star of stage, screen, and televison will 
spend the day meeting and greeting friends and fans from around 
Connecticut to benefit the Hamden Arts Commission's Arts & Culture fund 
which provides funding for local movie and theater projects.
  Perhaps best known for his portrayal of Lieutenant Commander McHale 
in the popular television series McHale's Navy, Mr. Borgnine has 
enjoyed an acting career that has spanned half a century. Born in 
Hamden, Mr. Borgnine grew up in my hometown of New Haven, Connecticut 
and soon after graduating from high school entered the Navy where he 
served our country for ten years. Returning home, he took the advice of 
his mother and enrolled in the Randall School of Drama in Hartford. 
Debuting on Broadway in the play ``Harvey,'' Ernest Borgnine soon 
became a household name across America.
  Awarded with Oscar, Emmy and Golden Globe awards, Mr. Borgnine's 
talent is acclaimed both here and abroad. The sincerity and honesty 
that he brings to each of his roles has made him one of the most 
beloved actors of our time. The joy that Mr. Borgnine has brought 
through his professional credits is only surpassed by the generosity he 
has demonstrated through his work with charity. Today's benefit is but 
a reflection of his tireless efforts to make a difference in the lives 
of others. His compassion and advocacy are unparalleled and we are 
certainly fortunate to have such a tremendous individual whose 
dedication touches the lives of so many.
  For his lifetime of contributions and in recognition of all of his 
good work, I am proud to stand and join the many who have gathered 
today in extending a warm welcome and my sincere thanks to Ernest 
Borgnine as he visits his home community of Hamden. His is a legacy 
that will continue to inspire generations to come--a true living 
treasure.

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