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Richard Blumenthal: “Thanks, Mr. Chairman. Let me begin by thanking both the nominees here today for their willingness to serve and thank you…”

On the recordMay 4, 2015
Thanks, Mr. Chairman. Let me begin by thanking both the nominees here today for their willingness to serve and thank you to Senator Casey for being here, a staunch and very vigorous advocate of our veterans.
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Richard Blumenthal
Democratic · Connecticut

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Blumenthal expresses gratitude to the nominees and acknowledges Senator Casey's support for veterans.

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