Richard Blumenthal

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Trump & henchmen have COVID victims‘ blood on their hands—all the more after this free pass for industrial soot polluters. Particle pollution makes COVID even more lethal—disproportionately impacting communities of color & the poor. https://t.co/PlcU9h7CH7 — PolitiTweet.org

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Mr. Schwartz is by no means qualified or fit to serve as a judge for the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. #StopSchwartz — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Stephen Schwartz is the latest in a long line of extreme judicial nominees who want to undo protections for reproductive, voting, & LGBTQ+ rights. But that’s not all: he has also advocated for privatization of Social Security & elimination of all health care & social programs. — PolitiTweet.org

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One year later our state continues to grieve the sudden loss of a CT icon—Denise D’Ascenzo. To her family, friends, & colleagues, my thoughts are with you. Let us all try to live our lives as she would have wanted; be open, be brave, be kind. — PolitiTweet.org

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December 7th, 1941, a day that still lives in infamy. On this Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we honor the heroes who perished (including 17 from CT) & all who have served & sacrificed to keep America strong. — PolitiTweet.org

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Restoring democratic norms & press freedoms requires financial support & protection for journalists’ safety—not just public pronouncements. We’ve offered legislation. We need bipartisan backing. https://t.co/q9JncAmSIZ — PolitiTweet.org

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This new China focus addresses China’s aggressive buildup, but economic & diplomatic initiatives are equally necessary. On the Armed Services Committee, I see them increasingly & inextricably linked against an unchecked China threat. https://t.co/vACbsb9cOM — PolitiTweet.org

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The courts still count—for justice. Celebrate the Dreamers’ victory, but be ready to fight for sweeping immigration reform. The present system is shattered. https://t.co/kBguz0dylq — PolitiTweet.org

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Our hearts seize up—as if there isn’t grief enough already, the scourge of gun violence takes an unbearably young life. Spurred by a new President, the next Congress must act. https://t.co/pHS4LjxWYB — PolitiTweet.org

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One more sign this Commander-in-Chief will leave the Pentagon in shambles. Experts are out. Politicos are in. January 20th can’t come soon enough. https://t.co/ZoM5zxDAQO — PolitiTweet.org

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A gut punch for the employees & readers of America’s oldest newspaper. Community outrage, or a new owner, need to keep it the HARTFORD Courant. — PolitiTweet.org

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The COVID-19 pandemic has reminded Americans of all ages of the importance to have a plan in case of severe illness or death. The Compassionate Care Act would encourage Americans to have the difficult, but necessary, conversations about end-of-life care. https://t.co/e4ZFkplHZi — PolitiTweet.org

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Urgent fixes are needed to ensure the software & systems are designed to be inclusive & mindful of all students’ needs & privacy. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

ExamSoft, Proctorio, & ProctorU must address the alarmingly long list of equity, accessibility, & privacy issues students are facing on their exam platforms. Students of color & those with disabilities must not be locked out of tests or wrongly accused of cheating. https://t.co/Kp5Yb7sMRx — PolitiTweet.org

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An encouraging first step, the @CTNationalGuard has been essential to CT’s pandemic response efforts. A 75% reimbursement rate still leaves CT w/a significant financial burden. I’ll be following up w/the Trump & Biden admins to fight for the full funds. https://t.co/ywRNh3T5mm — PolitiTweet.org

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There is no excuse for delay after yet another indictment of this failing system. I’ll continue to lead the effort with @SenBooker to soon introduce a College Athlete Bill of Rights to finally hold schools & the college athletic system accountable. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

The Knight Commission report confirms our repeatedly stated critique that the college athletic management system is broken & must be repaired. Fundamental reform should focus on college athlete wellbeing—health, economic, & educational. https://t.co/bJ9MIho0PD — PolitiTweet.org

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Congrats @rosadelauro on this historic achievement. Your deep dedication to the people of CT & our nation will continue to shine through as you lead the House Appropriations Committee. https://t.co/CT7jF1n4bS — PolitiTweet.org

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Delay after delay, Big Tobacco again evades effective warnings—even as it professes deep sympathy for smokers’ health. Smokers are especially vulnerable to COVID-19. These companies deserve no special break. https://t.co/XvDYMeUSeV — PolitiTweet.org

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The President shouldn’t corrupt the pardon power to selfishly protect himself, his family, or his buddies. Transparency & accountability are urgently needed. That’s why we’ve introduced the Abuse of the Pardon Prevention Act. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Seeking a “Get Out of Jail Free” card for the President’s children & son-in-law would be unimaginable, but nothing is too low for a president who has shown again & again that he thinks he, his family, & his cronies are above the law. — PolitiTweet.org

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Only if someone has already committed a crime do they seek a pardon. A mark of guilt. It can’t apply to future crimes. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Appointing Simington would undermine the FCC’s independence & potentially deadlock the agency during this COVID crisis. I’ll continue to oppose his nomination & fight to prevent his confirmation. — PolitiTweet.org

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The Senate is rushing to confirm Nathan Simington to the FCC—someone whose sole qualification seems to be his willingness to support President Trump’s indefensible attack on the First Amendment. https://t.co/2V08f7hZX6 — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

PURA’s action is a breath of fresh air, bringing more accountability to bear on Eversource & UI. However, more must be done, including setting more affordable rates & creating a CT based, truly ‘public’ utility. https://t.co/MXpdRSNktA — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Reforming Section 230 deserves its own debate—one that I’ve helped lead in Congress, & which I look forward to continuing with a more serious, thoughtful administration in January. — PolitiTweet.org

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If President Trump is just looking for an excuse to hold up reauthorization of our defense programs, I certainly hope my Republican colleagues in Congress refuse to go along with him. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

This veto threat is deeply dangerous & just plain stupid. Although it may ultimately be an unserious sideshow, jeopardizing critical national security funding with half-baked bluster is ridiculous & reckless. https://t.co/9dBiwXjFA2 — PolitiTweet.org

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The pardon power isn’t a political weapon or a license to obstruct justice. This bill ensures transparency in the pardon process. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

The Abuse of the Pardon Prevention Act would address the kind of rotten, political cronyism that was on full display last week when President Trump pardoned Michael Flynn & during Trump’s current chats with Giuliani about a “Get Out of Jail Free” card. https://t.co/TM9zXYhqwi — PolitiTweet.org