Richard Blumenthal

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

10 yrs ago, when we failed on background check reform after Sandy Hook, the families of those killed yelled “shame!” from the gallery. Today, w/the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act it wasn’t shouts of “shame!”; it was cries of relief that we're finally, at last, doing our jobs.1/ https://t.co/PAoosRENvi — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @sandyhook: Sandy Hook Promise co-founders @NicoleHockley @markbardenSHP with @ChrisMurphyCT @SenBlumenthal @CoryBooker eagerly awaiting… — PolitiTweet.org

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As this unprovoked war in Ukraine drags on with the Russian military committing countless atrocities, it's past time for Sec. Blinken to designate Russia what it is: a state sponsor of terrorism. Russia should be on the list of pariah nations & Putin must be held accountable. — PolitiTweet.org

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Thousands of children have suffered severe internal injuries & even death after accidentally swallowing small but powerful magnets. This important measure would help protect kids from these harmful magnets. — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @shannonrwatts: .@SenBlumenthal gets emotional talking about how the gun safety movement has taught the nation a lesson about democracy.… — PolitiTweet.org

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This activist Supreme Court is once again legislating from the bench, but Congress must continue to legislate for a safer America. 5 — PolitiTweet.org

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As gun violence soars, Congress must heed the will of the majority of Americans who support gun safety measures & break the legislative logjam to stop this senseless violence. 4/ — PolitiTweet.org

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This opinion in no way impugns the Constitutionality of the commonsense Bipartisan Safer Communities Act that the Senate should approve this week. 3/ — PolitiTweet.org

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Worse yet, it is a significant step backwards at a moment when horrendous shootings happen across our country every day, taking too many beautiful lives & terrorizing generations of Americans. 2/ — PolitiTweet.org

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This deeply destructive decision will unleash even more gun violence on American communities. Instead of upholding commonsense safeguards to reduce gun violence, it'll only put more guns in public spaces&open the floodgates to invalidate sensible gun safety laws in more states.1/ — PolitiTweet.org

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The inability to quickly disclose this danger speaks to the need for stronger CPSC authority to issue warnings & recalls under my Sunshine in Product Safety Act. — PolitiTweet.org

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A CPSC recall is needed to help protect babies from the deaths linked to Fisher-Price & Kids2 infant rockers. Time to warn parents: Inclined products are not safe for infants. Fisher-Price & Kids2 must answer questions about these products & what they knew of the dangers. https://t.co/rhLhI2ryTR — PolitiTweet.org

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Fantastic news. Juul is responsible for hooking a new generation on nicotine. It is beyond time for the FDA to pull such dangerous products off the market as I have called for over the past four years. https://t.co/IqoEwqFQz9 — PolitiTweet.org

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Thrilled to be at @ArtspaceNH yesterday to announce $75,000 in federal funding to support citywide open studio events, artist-led activities, & the Open Source Festival. The creativity on display through this initiative is a spectacular showcase of New Haven's vibrant culture. https://t.co/tMj04BsG5w — PolitiTweet.org

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Big oil companies are pocketing record profits—made from sky high prices & consumer pain at the pump. I’m demanding a windfall profits tax—to provide quarterly rebates, putting hundreds of dollars back in consumers’ pockets. Republicans should join us in passing this measure. — PolitiTweet.org

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This step must also be followed by others—a tax on Big Oil’s windfall profits, pressure on them & OPEC to increase production, price gouging laws, & more. — PolitiTweet.org

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I’ve urged for months that the federal gas tax be suspended & commend President Biden’s support. Now the savings must be passed along to consumers—not hoarded by big oil companies—to make a measurable difference at the pump. https://t.co/4lxuSLn8KB — PolitiTweet.org

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A pillar of political power, but a warm, compassionate friend, Sherry Brown epitomized public service in CT. Her fierce courage & inexhaustible strength inspired so many of us. She led by example. My sympathies go out to her family. https://t.co/2HBiHKic8n — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

A pillar of political power, but a warm, compassionate friend, Sherry Brown epitomized public service in CT. Her fierce courage & inexhaustible strength inspired so many of us. She led by example. My sympathies go out to her family. https://t.co/oI3tDgzGWs — PolitiTweet.org

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More than three decades ago, when I first advocated for nicotine reduction, it was deemed politically unrealistic. Finally the FDA is taking action. https://t.co/8hpkGbKqxV — PolitiTweet.org

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After three decades of Republican intransigence & near complete inaction on gun violence, this bipartisan negotiation is a positive breakthrough that builds a foundation for further progress in protecting the American people from deadly firearms. 8 — PolitiTweet.org

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Finally, a multi-billion dollar investment in health care resources is valuable on its own merits & necessary to combat the rising mental health crisis. 7/ — PolitiTweet.org

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As a former federal prosecutor, I know how important the anti-trafficking & straw purchasing prohibitions will be to addressing the scourge of gun violence in CT communities. 6/ — PolitiTweet.org

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I am proud that we will be channeling millions of dollars into CT’s community violence intervention programs. I met with local gun violence prevention leaders in Hartford just yesterday & heard directly about how much this funding will make a difference on the ground. 5/ — PolitiTweet.org

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We have substantially shrunk the boyfriend loophole—even if not closing it completely—separating guns from convicted abusers who are dating partners, not just spouses. 4/ — PolitiTweet.org

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For the first time ever, Congress will authorize significant resources to support CT & other states that have red flag laws—addressing a real barrier to implementing them that I have heard from officials & advocates. 3/ — PolitiTweet.org

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In Congress, if you wait for everything, you’ll get nothing. This deal is a significant, positive step forward that will save lives. It is not the measure I fought for or would have written if I were acting alone, but it marks meaningful progress. 2/ — PolitiTweet.org

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THREAD: After thirty years, hundreds of thousands of gun deaths & dozens of failed pieces of gun safety legislation, we have finally taken one small step forward with this deal. 1/ — PolitiTweet.org

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A well-deserved recognition for Marilynn Malerba, Mohegan Tribe Lifetime Chief. As Treasurer she'll oversee the new Office of Tribal&Native Affairs&be the 1st Native American to sign our currency. She’s a great public servant, wise leader&treasured friend.https://t.co/iCbkQlrpGg — PolitiTweet.org

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Proud to join in graduation ceremonies at H.C. Wilcox Technical High School—providing CT new, much needed skills, energy, & work ethic. Congrats Class of 2022, & all who enabled your great achievements. — PolitiTweet.org