[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 203 (Wednesday, December 2, 2020)]
[Senate]
[Page S7174]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                         TRIBUTE TO MARK DAVIS

 Mr. BLUMENTHAL. Mr. President, today I wish to recognize Mark 
Davis on the occasion of his retirement.
  Mark dedicated over five decades to broadcast journalism, including 
an impressive near 37 years with News 8. An award winning-radio news 
director in Boston, Mark quickly adapted to TV news when he arrived in 
Connecticut. Throughout his career, he set an example with his honest, 
unstinting reporting. Mark covered the administrations of seven 
Connecticut Governors, always speaking truth to power.
  His thorough, efficient responses to stories earned Mark the respect 
of his colleagues. Holding himself to the highest standard, Mark was 
always a consummate professional. Mark's outstanding and reliable work 
leaves a remarkable legacy in Connecticut journalism.
  As chief political correspondent, Mark remained nonpartisan while 
demonstrating tireless grit. He was courageous and never shied away 
from asking the tough questions. At the same time, Mark had an uncanny 
ability to put politicians at ease, facilitating discussions and 
ensuring he could provide a thoughtful, complete story. Trusted by 
constituents, he was voted our State's best local TV reporter 2 years 
in a row by Connecticut Magazine.
  Mark's exceptional record as an insightful, driven, and honest 
reporter leaves a historic mark and emphasizes the vital role he and 
his fellow reporters play in keeping people well informed in 
Connecticut and across the Nation. His professional partnership with 
Joe Sferrazza established a model of unmatched teamwork that will have 
an impact for years to come.
  I applaud his lifetime of tenacious commitment to comprehensive, fair 
work focused on uncovering the truth, and I know my colleagues will 
join me in thanking Mark for his extraordinary contributions to 
regional reporting.

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