Richard Blumenthal

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This whistleblower’s testimony will be critical to understanding what Facebook knew about its platforms’ toxic effects on young users, when they knew it, & what they did about it. I look forward to a discussion of these wide ranging & stunning allegations. https://t.co/FmDbEGaO0M — PolitiTweet.org

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LIVE: Sadly Britney Spears’ case is far from an isolated incident. For many people conservatorships can be toxic—denying them due process & taking away their rights. Today we hear from former subjects of conservatorship & experts about avenues for reform. https://t.co/NUqaUfQTzk — PolitiTweet.org

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Proud to be in Hartford yesterday to announce $30 million in federal funding for the North End Promise Zone. This cradle to career pipeline program is a force multiplier & an investment in a brighter future. https://t.co/lzZG4bmlSf — PolitiTweet.org

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Facebook’s track record is clear: failing to keep kids safe & bolstering their bottom line. They have an obligation to mitigate the danger that their platforms’ pose to our children. At this Thursday’s Commerce subcommittee hearing, I’ll be demanding answers. — PolitiTweet.org

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Facebook’s pause on Instagram for kids is too little, even if not too late. A positive step, but far from enough.  https://t.co/GEwVyl6zwN — PolitiTweet.org

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Tesla is putting untrained drivers on public roads as testers for their misleadingly-named, unproven system—a seeming recipe for disaster. Serious safety concerns should put this reckless plan in reverse. It’s Russian Roulette for unsuspecting drivers & the public. — PolitiTweet.org

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Huge congrats to New Haven’s Nataliya Braginsky on being named the National History Teacher of the Year. Thank you for bringing such inspiration, creativity, & commitment into the classroom. Nataliya represents thousands of dedicated CT teachers who go above & beyond every day. — PolitiTweet.org

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Along with magnificent food, people, & rides, the Durham Fair had COVID vaccinations & booster shots. I got my booster, care of Griffin Health Care’s wonderful professionals. — PolitiTweet.org

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Very poignant & powerful, the Fallen Heroes ceremony in Prospect carried a critical message: We must never forget the magnificent servicemembers who gave all, & their families who still feel the sharp, deep pain of their loss. — PolitiTweet.org

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Great to join everyone at Latino Fest in Hartford to celebrate CT’s incredible Latino community. So much rich culture & celebrations at yesterday’s event. https://t.co/dDgpLX9aYt — PolitiTweet.org

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TikTok needs to help schools & parents stop this destructive trend—crackdown on vandalism videos, ban users who post them, & restrict hashtags that glorify property damage. So far TikTok’s response has been too little, too late. https://t.co/YHGp86N4cy — PolitiTweet.org

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Conservators abusing their powers, including surveillance & cutting off loved ones—among the potential abuses in Britney Spears’ case—may be more common than realized. It’s an issue that needs to be explored—which we’ll begin to do in my Tuesday Judiciary subcommittee hearing. — PolitiTweet.org

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The recall of this lounger linked to infant deaths is critical. The CPSC needs greater authority so hazards are pulled from shelves swiftly & parents warned of dangers efficiently. We must also pass the Safe Sleep Act to ensure babies are protected from other harms. — PolitiTweet.org

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I applaud my partners in the House, led by @RepJudyChu, on today’s strong showing of support & look forward to a vote in the Senate. — PolitiTweet.org

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A Senate vote on the Women’s Health Protection Act will hold lawmakers accountable for whether they will preserve access to abortion as a fundamental right. The need for #WHPA is indisputable in the face of cascading state restrictions eliminating access to abortion care. — PolitiTweet.org

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We cannot become numb to the scourge of gun violence. My heart goes out to the victims, survivors, & their families. Every life lost, every life-threatening or transforming injury should be a call to action. Congress is complicit by its inaction. — PolitiTweet.org

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Alarming revelations about Facebook & Instagram have raised profound questions about the impact of these platforms on young people. I look forward to next week’s subcommittee hearing with Senator @MarshaBlackburn where we will ask Facebook directly about these dangers. https://t.co/KkPjF48JT5 — PolitiTweet.org

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Nothing is more fundamental to our democracy than the right to vote. We must protect the ballot box from the torrent of restrictions that threaten to prevent people from having their voices heard. It’s time to #RestoreTheVRA. https://t.co/M16X65V2bu — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @thehill: Sen. Ted Cruz: "What voter I.D. laws are racist?" Professor Franita Tolson: "Apologies Mr. Cruz, your state of Texas, perhaps… — PolitiTweet.org

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Facebook owes the American public the facts & must commit to drastic reforms & real transparency—not half measures & empty apologies from Mr. Zuckerberg. The new happy talk strategy won’t cut it—concealment has done destructive harm. https://t.co/N5Itr9C87Q — PolitiTweet.org

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LIVE: Our fundamental right to vote is under attack—threatening the very foundation of our democracy. Today we are hearing from experts about what can be done to protect Americans' access to the ballot box & live up to our founding ideals. https://t.co/on9tzlOkQg — PolitiTweet.org

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Facebook has been blatantly deceptive & misled Congress about the heinously destructive impact of its platforms on teens. I expect Facebook & Instagram to appear before my Subcommittee next week—it’s time for them to come clean about what they’re doing to our kids. https://t.co/elxGeDlNse — PolitiTweet.org

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More than an investigation, there must be clear, strong accountability for Border Patrol cruelty in violation of law & simple humanity. — PolitiTweet.org

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There never is an excuse—never—for any law enforcement officer whipping another human being. I’m sickened by the Border Patrol’s brutal abuse of power against Haitian migrants seeking safety. https://t.co/O7WDmaUwOp — PolitiTweet.org

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Britney Spears is one of hundreds of thousands of Americans in conservatorships that too often restrict their basic human rights. That’s why @SenTedCruz & I are holding a hearing on September 28th on toxic conservatorships & the need for reforms. https://t.co/cja6GUc5pt — PolitiTweet.org

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Congrats to the schools from Naugatuck, Wolcott, Winsted, & Groton. This award recognizes your academic excellence & is a credit to the dedicated teachers/administrations who work hard each day to encourage their students, close achievement gaps, & help kids achieve their dreams. — PolitiTweet.org

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The Unlawful Turn-aways Act would give veterans w/‘bad paper’ discharges the ability to qualify for VA benefits—an opportunity the VA has wrongly denied them for decades. We need to right this wrong & ensure our vets are able to receive the critical care & benefits they deserve. https://t.co/MYBWvDTH1m — PolitiTweet.org

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Hurricane Maria’s destruction continues to afflict Puerto Rico—on this 4 year mark—because our nation is still failing our fellow Americans there. No excuse for ignoring desperate needs in rebuilding electric grids, schools, roads, & more. https://t.co/FtzzmyWejH — PolitiTweet.org

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We need to strengthen consumer privacy, protect national security, & defend civil rights. That’s why we are calling for FTC rulemaking to create a national standard for data privacy & cyber security. https://t.co/eT23BPXZPn — PolitiTweet.org

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Vehicle & pedestrian collisions at railroad crossings are tragic &, with the right safety measures, preventable. This #RailSafetyWeek I’m proud to join local officials & experts to call for the implementation of rail technology & educational measures to #STOPTrackTragedies. https://t.co/wsLjaThWmU — PolitiTweet.org