Richard Blumenthal

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

This Omnibus package will make a real difference for people across CT. Historic investments will strengthen our skilled workforce, help families with food, housing, & energy costs, modernize our aging infrastructure, & ensure vets exposed to toxins receive health care & benefits. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

President Zelenskyy is the Judah Maccabee of our time. Watching this fierce, brave warrior speak to Congress, I saw him leading a nation—outnumbered, outarmed—to victory against an evil tyrant threatening the world. Putin is today’s Antiochus. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Our Afghan allies risked their lives for our country & deserve permanent status here. A failure to do so would be a stain on our national honor. Great nations keep their promises. That is what the Afghan Adjustment Act would enable us to do. https://t.co/Vq7qRUzWsd — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

As President Zelenskyy said so eloquently, Putin must be stoped now, or he will seek to conquer other countries. Our own defense is at stake. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Unfurling Ukraine’s flag brought from the battlefield was a striking symbol of our unshakable bonds. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

In his voice & face were the people of Ukraine in all their suffering & strength. Their courage & heroism, that I have seen during my visits, has both grit & grace. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

An electric moment—a call to arms & to conscience bringing standing ovations & tears. President Zelenskyy’s presence was gigantic. He gave a stirring appeal to American values of freedom & democracy that touched both minds & hearts. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Wonderful visit with the Y’s Men of Westport last Friday. Razor sharp questions about our democracy, & CT’s promising future. https://t.co/eez6Ixm9G9 — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

The nation tonight will see what so deeply inspired us during bipartisan meetings this year—incomparable courage & conviction, an unshakable determination to fight Putin’s savage genocidal onslaught, no matter what it takes. America must help provide what it takes. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

During our last visit to Ukraine, Senator Graham & I urged Zelenskyy to address Congress & counter any “Ukraine fatigue” or opposition. He’ll galvanize bipartisan support for military & humanitarian aid, so necessary now. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

After visiting & meeting with President @ZelenskyyUa twice this year, I’m beyond excited to hear his heroically exhilarating speech to Congress tonight. He’s a larger than life leader. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Make no mistake: I am steadfastly committed to continuing the fight for reforms, keeping kids safe online & ensuring marketplace fairness. Next Congress you can bet that I will be reintroducing these bills & redoubling the work with my partners. 13 — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

This plague will persist until Congress enforces accountability & cares more about kids than Big Tech. Young people are desperate. 12/ https://t.co/tSPo3Jc7Wg — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Big Tech similarly sabotaged antitrust efforts that I led with @SenAmyKlobuchar, @RepCicilline, & @MarshaBlackburn. Our Open App Markets Act received a 20-2 Committee vote. 11/ — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Big Tech fueled a deluge of astroturfing & lobbying—millions of dollars spent on misinformation defending corporate greed. 10/ — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

But Big Tech’s behemoth sway stymied our efforts. With armies of lobbyists & vast troves of smear money, they flooded the field with misinformation & played both sides. 9/ — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

KOSA always had @SenSchumer’s support & thanks to @SenatorCantwell’s leadership, change was at our fingertips. 8/ — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

@SenSchumer & @SenatorCantwell courageously had our back during the battle, as well as my close friend @SenMarkey & his important push to update our children’s privacy law COPPA. All steadfast allies fighting for the public interest. 7/ — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

On our side were parents who have suffered the worst loss imaginable & turned that pain into powerful advocacy. One parent told me, “How many more children have to die before we make them a priority? Now is the time. Let’s do it. Let’s pass it.” 6/ — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

In our Subcommittee, @MarshaBlackburn & I held bipartisan hearings about protecting kids online with experts, whistleblowers, & Big Tech executives. The legislation we drafted in response, KOSA, received a unanimous Committee vote—no one would oppose us on the record. 5/ — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Young people, grieving parents, & fierce advocates & thought leaders have powerfully raised the alarm—bearing witness to the deep wounds & lasting scars. 4/ https://t.co/JtlvvNjxJT — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

People know the tech platforms they use are broken, toxic, & treacherous. Leaving them frustrated & teetering at the edge of dark rabbit holes—often careening into the abyss & destroying young lives. 3/ — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

The Kids Online Safety Act is the culmination of months of hearings, collaboration with stakeholders, & powerful advocacy from parents & young people. These reforms are thoughtfully crafted & measured, with overwhelming support. 2/ — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

THREAD: I am deeply disappointed & frustrated that Congress is poised to end the year without passing the Kids Online Safety Act & the Open App Markets Act. 1/ — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

No one is above the law. Accountability is key to public trust. These principles are elemental, no matter who or how high the position. https://t.co/Pxp8yAfUTs — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

I’ll continue to fight to bring DOD's vast medical resources to help wounded Ukrainian fighters, including those who need prosthetics. Having met them here & in Ukraine, I’m moved by their courage & perseverance—grit, grace, & gratitude. America has the expertise & resources. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Lighting the Town of Greenwich Menorah! A very Happy Hanukkah to all celebrating this first night! Light triumphs over darkness. https://t.co/ngPWyH0nve — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Honored to join Wreaths Across America at the CT State Veterans Cemetery to Remember, Honor, Teach. A moving ceremony—with families from all over CT. https://t.co/p9rY5If70d — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Consumers should study carefully any third party electricity contract to make sure it will save money in the long run. Eversource should free consumers who seek better rates. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Eversource & UI should never keep a secret list of hardship customers without notifying them first. They owe them an apology & compensation for any harm. https://t.co/O0A8vVL5DK — PolitiTweet.org