Richard Blumenthal: “Well, I agree that actions speak louder than words, and I'm glad those actions are taking place.”

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.

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

It fails to provide for adequate enforcement.

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…