Mike Duffy

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Summary Profile

Mike Duffy is a Canadian Senator and former Canadian television journalist. Prior to his appointment to the upper house, he was the editor-in-chief and host of Sunday Edition, host of CTV's NewsNet Mike Duffy Live!, as well as Canada AM and CTV's Question Period.

With over 30 years experience on Parliament Hill, Mike Duffy was widely recognized as an "Ottawa insider." As the Toronto Star puts it, he's the reporter to whom other journalists listen for insight. It is no exaggeration to say that to millions, he is the most authoritative broadcaster reporting today on the political life of Canada.

Mike Duffy's wit and charm create an entertaining forum for a lively discussion of current events. His ability to interact with the audience and respond to questions with insight and humour allows audiences to walk away with a better understanding of what influences their world.

Highlights

• 2008 appointed to the Senate as a Conservative, representing Prince Edward Island
• 1986 Visiting Fellow, Duke University
• An ACTRA award recipient for live TV reporting
• A two-time nominee for Best in the Business Award by the US-based Journalism Review
• A House of Commons citation recipient for efforts to assist Vietnamese refugees

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