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On the recordJune 18, 2026
Americans are feeling more disconnected than ever and it’s a full-blown crisis for our democracy when people retreat to their devices and lose sight of what it means to be part of a community.
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Chris Murphy
Democratic · Connecticut

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Discussing the National Strategy for Social Connection Act

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