Richard Blumenthal

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

I look forward to advancing the Open App Markets Act when the Senate reconvenes this fall. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

This move only adds to the momentum & further exposes rampant anticompetitive abuses in the app markets. The fox guarding the hen house status quo will remain until there are clear & enforceable rules for Apple & Google to play by. — PolitiTweet.org

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This marks a significant step forward, but does not rectify the full & vivid range of market abuses & practices still widespread across app markets that my & Senator Blackburn’s Open App Markets Act would address. — PolitiTweet.org

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This is a powerful sign that Apple&Google’s stranglehold over app store markets is self-serving. These tech giants thought they could get away with squashing competition to pocket hefty windfalls—all while insisting their ironclad grip on app markets serves consumers/developers. — PolitiTweet.org

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We cannot permit ISIS, Al Qaeda, or the Taliban to dictate an arbitrary timetable for protecting the lives of U.S. citizens & Afghan allies who put their lives on the line for our country. — PolitiTweet.org

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We have a moral imperative to evacuate every American citizen & Afghan ally from this escalating humanitarian nightmare. Interpreters & drivers who supported our U.S. troops, women leaders, democracy advocates & journalists all risk torture & death if they are left behind. — PolitiTweet.org

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An attack that directly and purposefully targeted Afghans & Americans trying to escape only underscores the threat they face. — PolitiTweet.org

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I’m devastated by reports of terrorist attacks around the Kabul airport that killed & wounded numerous U.S. servicemembers & Afghan civilians. My heart goes out to the victims of this brutal attack. — PolitiTweet.org

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Minority-owned businesses will have a robust role as CT’s manufacturing ecosystem prepares for the future. Yesterday the Minority Business Development Agency took an important step to support business creation by opening an advanced manufacturing center at UConn, the first in CT. https://t.co/Gnxa9Dszu3 — PolitiTweet.org

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Today I joined Brett & Gail Eagleson to call on DOJ to disclose critical docs on the 9/11 attacks. Either the Justice Department should release this info ASAP or the Senate must pass the bipartisan 9/11Transparency Act. There is no excuse for keeping these files secret. https://t.co/553rfI4yKm — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @ChrisMurphyCT: I was with ⁦@GovNedLamont⁩ ⁦@SenBlumenthal⁩ yesterday at ⁦@QuinnipiacU⁩ to talk about strategies to get more young peopl… — PolitiTweet.org

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Rescuing US citizens & Afghan allies from this humanitarian nightmare is a moral imperative demanding a continued military & diplomatic effort beyond Aug 31. Afghans who put their lives on the line deserve no less. — PolitiTweet.org

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This funding puts the needs of the American people first. I’m eager & motivated to work expeditiously with my colleagues to finalize this proposal for a vote in the fall. — PolitiTweet.org

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Fantastic to see the House moving forward with this budget plan. We are one step closer to taking meaningful action to expand Medicare, flight climate change, & invest in education & family-focused programs. https://t.co/dJb7tW7pKZ — PolitiTweet.org

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Good luck to #TeamUSA & all the athletes from CT who are competing in this year’s #Paralympics. You are sure to make our state & nation proud. https://t.co/WdNNvRKpxM — PolitiTweet.org

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Anyone looking to help escaping Afghan refugees, seek out resettlement agencies that provide critical housing, employment, & other services. They enable new futures in our great nation of immigrants. https://t.co/hhYgxu0L7M — PolitiTweet.org

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Throughout its history, the US has opened its doors to millions of people who were desperate for safe haven—including my dad fleeing Germany in 1935. Our government’s immediate focus must be on swiftly evacuating American citizens & vulnerable Afghans. https://t.co/GMtS4u58Va — PolitiTweet.org

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With the FDA’s full authorization of the Pfizer vaccine, now is the time to step up, stay safe, & get vaccinated. Thank you to @HartfordHealthC & all our state’s medical providers for their incredible work to keep our communities healthy. https://t.co/RNwR8R1g4R — PolitiTweet.org

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Eversource’s seemingly swifter response to this storm is a sign that new state laws & our public pressure are moving them in the right direction. Performance based metrics, not simply piling costs on consumers—plus sustained scrutiny—is key. — PolitiTweet.org

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Canterbury&the surrounding area took the brunt of Tropical Storm Henri, but local leaders have been working tirelessly to get the storm damage assessed&addressed. I’ll continue to monitor the situation on the ground to make sure that power is quickly restored&damage cleared. https://t.co/VOrrzz3Nod — PolitiTweet.org

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With one of the highest vaccination rates in the country, CT is a standout example of how we can protect not only ourselves, but also our families, neighbors, & communities when we get vaccinated. Get vaccinated—today—to help save more lives. — PolitiTweet.org

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I am tremendously proud of Pfizer’s scientists, researchers, & workforce—including many right here in CT—who made this extraordinary scientific accomplishment possible. — PolitiTweet.org

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This safe, effective COVID-19 vaccine has already saved countless lives & will now save even more. Full FDA approval after lengthy, detailed medical review should assure everybody of the safety & effectiveness of this vaccine. https://t.co/OdqboYv5xj — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @CTRedCross: Red Cross teams have opened multiple shelters across the northeast & are providing a safe place for people to go during Hur… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @CTDEMHS: There are multiple flood warnings in effect across the state. Remember do not drive through water on the roadway, it may be de… — PolitiTweet.org

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Thank you @POTUS & @FEMA_Deanne for swiftly approving @GovNedLamont’s request, supported by our entire Congressional Delegation, for a federal emergency declaration as CT feels the impacts of #Henri. https://t.co/ZnpAY3CcWT — PolitiTweet.org

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Among FEMA’s pre-staged resources: generators to serve community facilities losing power, food, & medical supplies. — PolitiTweet.org

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Swift water crews are available from FEMA to help flooding victims, but PLEASE avoid risks if you can: evacuating homes if necessary & stopping short of flooded streets. As one first responder said to me, “Turn around, don’t drown.” — PolitiTweet.org

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CT residents—It’s imperative you & your family prepare for the potential impacts of Hurricane Henri. Please visit https://t.co/wfcWjt6aEw for additional information & resources. Stay safe. — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @GovNedLamont: Know your zone: As we expect heavy rains and potential flood surges from Hurricane Henri, it’s imperative that you know… — PolitiTweet.org