[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 30 (Monday, February 24, 2014)]
[Senate]
[Page S999]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            TRIBUTE TO 2014 OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST DAVID WISE

  Mr. HELLER. Madam President, today I wish to extend well-deserved 
congratulations to Nevada's own David Wise, a Sochi Olympic athlete who 
won gold in this year's debut sport of halfpipe skiing. Motivated by 
support from his family and the Nevada community, David triumphed this 
year in Russia to bring home one of the United States' nine gold 
medals.
  Despite difficult conditions in Sochi that proved challenging for 
these experienced athletes, David outperformed his skilled opponents by 
scoring a 92 on his first run in the halfpipe. As an American and 
Nevadan, I am honored that David represented our Nation proudly and 
brought home the gold.
  During his free time, David enjoys spending time with his wife 
Alexandra and their 2-year-old daughter Nayeli. David's accolades reach 
far beyond his athleticism and victories on the slopes. As a believer 
in service, David frequently supports a number of charities, including 
several water projects in the Dominican Republic. This community 
service extends to his local community, where he runs a youth group at 
his family's local church.
  Driven by his purpose founded in sport, service, and family, David 
embodies the spirit of an exemplary athlete that the Nevada Family is 
proud to call our own. I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating 
this remarkable individual as we show our pride and support for all of 
his accomplishments.

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