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On the recordJuly 11, 2023
It is better to know what the concerns of the American people are before you are straitjacketed and locked into an agreement that may, in fact, unfairly and even illegally, bind you, your players, sponsors, and others.
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Richard Blumenthal
Democratic · Connecticut

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Blumenthal emphasizes the importance of addressing public concerns before finalizing agreements.

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