[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 136 (Monday, September 21, 2015)]
[Senate]
[Page S6848]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO PINKY KRAVITZ

 Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. President, today I am honored to recognize 
Mr. Pinky Kravitz on the occasion of his retirement from the WOND-AM 
1400 after many years of remarkable broadcasting throughout the Garden 
State.
  Mr. Kravitz could be heard over the airways for more than 59 years as 
a radio broadcaster. He started his illustrious career first in 1956 as 
the host of a live call-in show on WLDB-AM, now known as 1490 WBSS. 
Since 1958, he has continuously hosted numerous radio programs with 
WOND-AM 1400, including Pinky's Corner, a live call-in program, and 
WMGM Presents Pinky, a weekly television program. Additionally, his 
written word could be heard across numerous publications and 
newspapers, most recently for the Press of Atlantic City. His radio 
show was one of the longest-running shows in the country, proof of his 
wide appeal and heartfelt reporting.
  Known widely as ``Mr. Atlantic City'' due to his promotion of the 
area, Mr. Kravitz was the unshakable spokesman of Southern New Jersey. 
A fierce advocate for the region, his voice was unmistakable, as he 
consistently sought to highlight the very best of what makes New Jersey 
great. His in-depth programming spoke to many, as he resonated with the 
hearts and minds of our friends and neighbors. Mr. Kravitz represented 
the very best of engaging, informative, entertaining, and responsible 
broadcasting.
  In addition to these and many more accomplishments, Mr. Kravitz was 
the first inductee into the New Jersey Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 
2012, a testament to his impact on the industry. He was also the first 
recipient of the New Jersey Broadcasters Association, NJBA, Lifetime 
Achievement Award.
  I was honored to appear on Mr. Kravitz's radio show on several 
occasions. He was always the utmost professional while embracing the 
nature of substantive, meaningful journalism. For many years, his radio 
and television shows consistently sought to provide the region with a 
unique and fair perspective while maintaining a sense of familiarity 
and comfort, an accomplishment in and of itself.
  I recognize, commend, and applaud Mr. Pinky Kravitz in light of his 
extraordinary service to WOND-AM 1400 and his unwavering dedication to 
the airways of New Jersey.

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