Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"This effort to restrict, punish, torture, imprison, kill people who stand up for their beliefs is a growing worldwide phenomenon, and I would hope that it would unite us on a bipartisan basis."

"I think the general feeling, and I am quoting, is that a lot of people feel a bit of betrayal from management."

"I am dedicated and determined to fight these kinds of changes that really impact adversely everybody in Connecticut and the country."

"Your testimony is really powerful on the issue not only of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation but also the threats of violence and hate crimes."