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Richard Blumenthal

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Richard Blumenthal is an American lawyer and politician serving as the senior United States senator from Connecticut since 2011. A member of the Democratic Party, Blumenthal has focused on issues such as consumer protection, healthcare, and veterans' affairs during his tenure. He previously served as the Attorney General of Connecticut from 1991 to 2011, where he gained recognition for his advocacy on behalf of consumers and his efforts to hold corporations accountable. Blumenthal has been an active voice in the Senate, participating in various committees and addressing key national issues.

Quotes by year · 2007–20266,413 total · peak 2023 (838)
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  1. I urge you to abandon this ill-conceived, unconscionable plan and ensure that all Americans can exercise their constitutional right to vote, including by mail, without interference by USPS.32 sources2026npr.org
  2. Ukraine is at a critical crossroads — and we must meet this pivotal moment with a powerful sanctions bill. As Ukraine turns the tide on the battlefield, our Russia sanctions bill would be historically impactful in stopping Russia’s murderous slaughter," said Blumenthal.4 sources2026lankford.senate.gov
  3. Social Security is a promise that must be kept. The Trump Administration’s threats to Social Security and skyrocketing costs require common sense steps to expand benefits and ensure financial stability.2 sources2026lujan.senate.gov
  4. Today we say to the people of Ukraine: You are not alone. And today we say to Vladimir Putin: You will not conquer Ukraine.2 sources2026huffpost.com
  5. Electric Boat, with typical ingenuity and innovation, is, in effect, putting new wine in old bottles.2 sources2026ctmirror.org
  6. The new USPS rule puts all mail voters at risk, and he accused the administration of being 'hellbent on changing the framework of casting ballots in this country, clearly for political reasons.2 sources2026salon.com
Oct 7, 2026

The circumstances in which AWDC gifted this ring, and the lack of clarity about its disposition, raise significant questions about whether the President has in fact accepted the ring as part of a quid pro quo agreement to reduce diamond…

warren.senate.gov
Oct 2, 2026

I am thrilled that this $584,250 in federal funding will allow for 1,510 additional final resting places for Connecticut veterans, ensuring families have options for their loved ones for years to come.

portal.ct.gov
Oct 1, 2026

I’m feeling very hopeful because the focus on AI is building the momentum for the Kids Online Safety Act.

ctmirror.org
Oct 1, 2026

Sen. Blackburn and I will fight as long and hard as necessary to pass this bill.

ctmirror.org
Oct 1, 2026

Long-term unemployment is devastating for someone’s financial security, future job opportunities, and overall wellbeing—and it can take a toll on our economy as well.

vanhollen.senate.gov
Sep 29, 2026

Despite my bipartisan amendment to increase conference access, the legislation still does not adequately promote vigorous competition among teams and conferences and instead preserves the exclusive club of the current Power Four membership…

ctmirror.org
Sep 29, 2026

After all the years I’ve spent working on this issue, I could never for one minute trust the NCAA to police itself.

ctmirror.org
Sep 28, 2026

It fails to provide for adequate enforcement.

rollcall.com
Sep 25, 2026

There’s no excuse for this administration disobeying the law and withholding this funding.

ctmirror.org
Sep 25, 2026

It’s illogical, illegal, intolerable — and that’s in effect what the court found.

ctmirror.org
Sep 25, 2026

“After all those horrific deaths and public outcry, we were told DHS was going to change,” he said. “Again and again, those promises were proven false.”

ctmirror.org
Sep 25, 2026

Their refusal to come forward and answer questions is a sign that they have something to hide, and they are refusing to be accountable.

huffpost.com
Sep 9, 2026

Once again, Trump is blatantly boosting the fossil fuel industry under guise of national security.

padilla.senate.gov
Sep 4, 2026

The whistleblower’s allegations make clear that USPS lacks the technical or operational capability needed to effectively implement the EO’s provisions in a way that safeguards every citizen’s right to vote in the upcoming midterm elections.

talkingpointsmemo.com
Sep 3, 2026

The purpose of the town hall event was to bear witness and establish a record of what happened.

ctmirror.org
Sep 3, 2026

I don’t recognize America in what I saw in Danbury last week.

ctmirror.org
Sep 3, 2026

Cruelty is the point. Fear and terror are the goal.

ctmirror.org
Sep 3, 2026

The new USPS rule puts all mail voters at risk, and he accused the administration of being 'hellbent on changing the framework of casting ballots in this country, clearly for political reasons.

salon.com
Sep 3, 2026

This administration seems hell-bent on changing the framework on casting ballots in this country clearly for political reasons.

huffpost.com
Sep 2, 2026

Each of these problems: rushed development; a zero percent failure rate; and poor management are cause for concern on their own. Taken together they present a clear picture of a fatally flawed process that cannot and will not protect…

talkingpointsmemo.com
Sep 2, 2026

Put plainly: this process will likely lead to chaos, confusion, and the inability of many Americans to have their vote counted.

salon.com
Sep 2, 2026

Taken together they present a clear picture of a fatally flawed process that cannot and will not protect American voters.

salon.com
Sep 2, 2026

This is not just incompetence, it is designed malfunction.

salon.com
Sep 2, 2026

I have a very strong hope and some faith that our system of justice will strike down this unconstitutional and unconscionable rule.

huffpost.com

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