Richard Blumenthal

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3/ Today, the people of Ukraine woke to an unprovoked & multi-pronged attack on their country: an attack on peaceful cities across Ukraine & an attack on the right of sovereign peoples everywhere to determine their own future. — PolitiTweet.org

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2/ We should aggressively push our allies to deny Russia access to the SWIFT world financial system & target Putin & his corrupt oligarchs with sanctions on their personal assets. — PolitiTweet.org

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1/ The courage of Ukrainians fighting for their homeland should be matched by even stronger, crippling sanctions by America & its allies. — PolitiTweet.org

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Camp Courant is a state treasure—transforming young lives with joyful outdoors summer fun & inspiring role models. They will soon also have winter programs too. Thanks to Jimmy Altman & the wonderful crowd for supporting it yesterday afternoon. — PolitiTweet.org

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I’m listening to CT’s people who are hurting & hard hit by spiraling costs of gasoline, & rampant rising prices. They need & deserve a break—our legislation to suspend the federal gas tax will help to provide relief to consumers. — PolitiTweet.org

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I will keep working to ensure that businesses across the state have the robust & inclusive support they need to continue to recover from the pandemic. — PolitiTweet.org

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Great to talk with Anthony about running his business, Health is Wealth Juice Bar in West Hartford. Many small business owners have faced daunting challenges during the pandemic, but have persevered with grit & determination. https://t.co/WT5eGp4bTS — PolitiTweet.org

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Costs & consequences must be swift, severe, & strong meeting Putin’s attack on the post-WWII world order. It is far past time to fully sanction Russia, Putin, & his oligarchs. — PolitiTweet.org

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My thoughts are with the people of Ukraine as Putin launches this premeditated, unprovoked attack. The USA stands with the Ukrainian people as they fight for their freedom from Russian tyranny. — PolitiTweet.org

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I’ve just finished reading “Facing the Mountain.” It’s a moving testament to the courageous Japanese American troops who fought to win WWII & the unspeakable hardships their families faced. On history & humanity, I highly recommend it. — PolitiTweet.org

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Proud to be at Our Piece of the Pie with @MayorBronin to celebrate their monumental $766K federal grant. This investment in our young people will make a difference in our communities & create incredible opportunities. https://t.co/V0IaPuetlv — PolitiTweet.org

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Nurses, doctors, & hospital workers have endured & shown such grace in the face of extreme difficulty. I went to Johnson Memorial Hospital yesterday to say a heartfelt thank you. We can all show our thanks to health care professionals by getting vaccinated, boosted, & tested. https://t.co/7IWqmFX2v9 — PolitiTweet.org

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Putin is making a severe miscalculation. Where he thought he could sow division in our transatlantic alliance—he is bringing us closer. Where he aims to limit NATO’s influence—he is proving its strength. — PolitiTweet.org

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Congress is preparing for all contingencies to meet Putin’s attack on world order with unity & resolve. Many of us on both sides of the aisle have urged powerful economic sanctions—& now bipartisan action must make it happen. — PolitiTweet.org

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We need immediate crippling sanctions & export controls on Russia, Putin, & his oligarchs. President Biden's announcement was a good first step, but bullies only understand consequences. — PolitiTweet.org

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Rising gas prices are creating a perfect storm for families who are feeling the pinch of increasing household costs. Suspending the federal gas tax will provide some relief to consumers—helping cut the cost of getting to work, school, & health care appointments. https://t.co/jBjbiRpsx4 — PolitiTweet.org

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Liuzzi has continued producing incredible quality cheese & selling across the country (soon in Hawaii) during the pandemic— showing passion & perseverance— with help from a PPP loan. The dairy industry deserves support too. — PolitiTweet.org

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This fantastic American success story involves 6 generations of family making world renowned products. I was thrilled to see Liuzzi cheese made fresh & natural here in Hamden. https://t.co/h9eOL1Zggp — PolitiTweet.org

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Uncharted waters ahead for gun manufacturers' insurance companies. Sandy Hook families’ heroic perseverance & courage held gun manufacturers liable under state laws (CUTPA). The waters are uncharted no matter what happens with PLCAA, which should be repealed. — PolitiTweet.org

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Happy President’s Day. Today we celebrate the birthday of our founding father George Washington & honor the leadership of many great American presidents who helped to shape our nation. We need their inspiration more than ever. — PolitiTweet.org

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This fig leaf, fatuous attempt to legitimize Russia’s flagrant aggression— seemingly setting the stage for invasion— must be met with strong, swift economic sanctions. Many of us advocated for them months ago, but no room for delay now. — PolitiTweet.org

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As I have urged for months, deterrence depends on consequences & costs to Putin, demonstrated in real time not after the fact. — PolitiTweet.org

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Putin’s most recent, reckless recognition steps heighten the need for economic sanctions now—swift, sure, severe—making him pay a price for this craven assault on world order. As I saw in my visit, we must show our resolve to stand with Ukraine. — PolitiTweet.org

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A chilling reminder of Putin’s ruthless cruelty & contempt for basic human rights. Another reason for sanctions beginning now, not waiting, as I’ve urged for months. He understands only actions, not words. https://t.co/5nPmeifqbQ — PolitiTweet.org

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During our investigation, athletes told us time & again that the powerful leaders & institutions in charge of Olympic sports prioritized gold medals over athlete safety & health. That’s exactly what has been on display these last two weeks. — PolitiTweet.org

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.@JerryMoran & my 2020 Empowering Olympic, Paralympic, & Amateur Athletes Act was a first step for the U.S. Olympic movement, but deep, fundamental cultural changes are still imperative worldwide. — PolitiTweet.org

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Lessons of this Olympics—framed by tearful Russian skaters—are reminiscent of our Congressional investigation where it was crystal clear that Olympic leaders & institutions were enablers.  https://t.co/KuwlexL1OX — PolitiTweet.org

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80 years ago, America began the incarceration of 120,000 Japanese Americans, one of the saddest, shameful chapters in our history. As we reflect on this action, we recommit to not repeating these wrongs & preventing such abhorrent civil rights violations. — PolitiTweet.org

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Hugely inspiring outpouring of support for Ukraine’s freedom & democracy today at our state Capitol—standing in solidarity against Russian invasion. I was honored to talk about my visit to Ukraine last month & continued to call for sanctions against Russia—now. https://t.co/gphGu0Ux7o — PolitiTweet.org

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Thank you to the doctors & nurses at Generations Family Health Center in Willimantic for all your efforts throughout the pandemic. You are our heroes—providing critical services in our community. https://t.co/CBPghxE7uD — PolitiTweet.org