Richard Blumenthal

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Our latest surge of weapons to Ukraine marks a major challenge to manufacturers. America is rapidly depleting its inventories of key arms—needing urgent restocking. Utilize the Defense Production Act. — PolitiTweet.org

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The soaring rate of gun violence is as inexcusable as it is heartbreaking. Our kids are dying—their lives senselessly stolen. These deaths are preventable if we take action w/Ethan’s Law, universal background checks, community violence intervention & more.https://t.co/OPJQXrbvZo — PolitiTweet.org

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Tinnitus is the most commonly diagnosed service-connected disability&yet the VA is considering changing the rules to make it more difficult for vets to receive related benefits&treatment. Unacceptable—which is why @SenatorTester & I are urging the VA to drop this proposal. https://t.co/G48limFFQb — PolitiTweet.org

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President Biden is making a smart choice. Ambassador Brink is a supremely skilled diplomat with years of experience that make her well qualified to lead @USEmbassyKyiv. I urge my colleagues in the Senate to move swiftly to confirm this critical nomination.https://t.co/wgzm0JrkBF — PolitiTweet.org

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A richly deserved recognition for this extraordinary leader & man of faith—a scholar, musician, inventor, husband, father, & grandfather—who has given his life to service. — PolitiTweet.org

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I was honored to join the community at Calvary Temple Christian Center yesterday as Bishop John Thompson was awarded the Presidential Citation for Lifetime Achievement. https://t.co/poInojQop7 — PolitiTweet.org

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A joyous, sunlit celebration of 50 years—softball, fun, & family—at Beardsley Park yesterday. The Coed Softball League started another season with high spirit & energy, & lots of camaraderie. https://t.co/eoOwFWmnXu — PolitiTweet.org

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Gold Star Families now have a beautiful&meaningful memorial in Berlin’s Veterans Park. A dedication ceremony brought together families, leaders, like Helen Keiser-Pedersen,&Woody Williams Foundation in music, emotion&eloquent remarks. We must never forget their service&sacrifice. https://t.co/krOeIVSAQv — PolitiTweet.org

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Wonderful MLK brunch in Meriden yesterday—a great turnout to recognize very special young people & highlight keynote address from @SecCardona. Rescheduled from January, it had all the same spirit & energy. Thanks Rhudean Raye! https://t.co/XjeKGGlcl7 — PolitiTweet.org

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Heartfelt wishes to all who are celebrating Orthodox Easter. May today be filled with joy, reflection, & happiness. — PolitiTweet.org

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Hundreds marched in Fairfield yesterday—a Walk In Her Shoes—to stand with survivors & law enforcement against domestic violence in powerful, eloquent solidarity. We must break this vicious, insidious cycle of abuse. Thanks to the Center for Family Justice & Deb Greenwood! https://t.co/m7EZe6pHDM — PolitiTweet.org

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To provide transparency & tools, our Kids Online Safety Act is an imperative step, a bare minimum, for Congress to pass. Parents & kids need the means to take control over ads & algorithms driving destructive content. Beating back Big Tech’s lobbyists is tough, but doable. — PolitiTweet.org

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Americans also need & deserve protections from the excesses & abuses of Big Tech. We must fight for them urgently—especially safeguarding kids—in the time remaining this session. As I’ve said repeatedly, enforcement resources are key, in the US & worldwide.https://t.co/blnvspVWU8 — PolitiTweet.org

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These young women, survivors of Larry Nassar’s horrific abuse, deserve not just apologies, but action. That’s why I’ve demanded accountability of the FBI agents who failed to take steps to stop Nassar, & why the survivors are seeking their own remedies. https://t.co/qgt2nw4yJo — PolitiTweet.org

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I would have loved to spend all day at the beach at Esker Point—especially to announce $725,000 in federal funds for an extraordinary coastal resilience project. It will reduce flooding, restore habitat, forestall erosion, enhance hiking, & more. Glad we fought for it. https://t.co/itY68jOSBc — PolitiTweet.org

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Wonderful visit to Fort Hill Farm, with owners Kies & Jared Orr-LaVack, celebrating it becoming the 400th farm to join the Farm Preservation Program. They’ve just installed an anaerobic digester using USDA funding to generate power from manure & food waste. Happy Earth Day! https://t.co/a6LUzlah3W — PolitiTweet.org

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A sparkling sunlit spring Earth Day at West Thompson Lake, where we celebrated opening the new Blain Rd Footbridge—built with federal money we fought hard for—making accessible miles of trails & countless special times in this truly pristine place. https://t.co/QYxEWXki8I — PolitiTweet.org

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Inspiring Earth Day celebration at Ash Creek sand spit, where local environmental activists are saving a critical habitat & shoreline treasure from erosion. Thanks to communities of Bridgeport & Fairfield for your solid stewardship. https://t.co/DHNgGgSx7i — PolitiTweet.org

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L’Ambiance Plaza ceremony was a moving tribute to the 28 men who needlessly perished 35 years ago because perilous, problematic lift slab construction was not yet banned. To honor them, let’s make workers’ safety a priority & thank organized labor for leading the fight. — PolitiTweet.org

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Happy #EarthDay! Today we celebrate our planet’s amazing beauty, but also redouble our efforts to confront climate change’s real, immediate threat. Urgent action is needed to preserve & protect our planet for generations to come. https://t.co/X819ZdE1qk — PolitiTweet.org

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Military support announced today is a positive step—it needs to be followed by more—to give Ukraine a fair fight against Putin’s barbaric war machine. As I’ve urged repeatedly, much more must be provided in air defense, planes, missiles, & the like. — PolitiTweet.org

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Replacing the Walk Bridge & 3 others in Norwalk is vital to rail travel on the entire Northeast Corridor—which is why we fought so hard for $15M to help get it done. Bridges built in the 1890’s cannot provide the safety & speed, reliability & resilience, that riders deserve. https://t.co/ixGEvVhmTz — PolitiTweet.org

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Thrilled that @CTFoodshare is teaming up with @USDA’s Local Food Purchase Program to combat food insecurity. This innovative program will create new markets for local farmers & more opportunities for people in need. https://t.co/pBkvxipDEP — PolitiTweet.org

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Exciting to see the final phase of construction begin on the Honey Locust Square development in Bridgeport’s East End & sign one of the building support beams. This new grocery story & retail plaza will help drive economic growth & expand local shopping options. https://t.co/pUzS4vsVxj — PolitiTweet.org

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This funding is just the first step. Construction on a new services center will be a game changer, offering job trainings & paid work experiences. By building community partnerships, Youth Continuum is changing the trajectory of these young people’s lives. — PolitiTweet.org

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Excited to announce $500,000 in federal funding for New Haven’s Youth Continuum & their work to support vulnerable youth. This vital grant will change countless lives—addressing homelessness, trafficking, substance abuse, mental health, & other challenges. https://t.co/zT60n3ivE6 — PolitiTweet.org

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Waterford's library has warm, welcoming, hardworking staff spearheading new exhibits on women’s suffrage & key historic decisions. I was excited to visit with First Selectman @brule_rob & announce more federal grant support. A magnificent community resource! https://t.co/NmyoZf06O0 — PolitiTweet.org

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Very exciting & important improvements at Butter Brook Hill Apartments in New Milford with $1.7 million in federal grants that we fought for. Visiting with @RepJahanaHayes, I saw the clear need for renovations to make the 102 units more accessible for seniors living there. https://t.co/kvR7QFHnDt — PolitiTweet.org

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Having a hot meal can transform someone’s day. I truly admire the New American Dream Foundation for their incredible work providing housebound seniors with fantastic food. @RepJahanaHayes & I are privileged to announce $50,000 in federal funding to support this critical program. https://t.co/nJAVKDvyE8 — PolitiTweet.org

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The last time I met Alwyn was at a naturalization ceremony a few years ago, when I congratulated him on becoming an American citizen. In the years since, it’s been incredible to watch him succeed & see how much he has contributed to our state. https://t.co/XH5pHDmOkA — PolitiTweet.org