And, you know, as Senator Collins knows, I have been at this for 14 years, and every time I thought, 'Okay, maybe now. Maybe now.' But I have never been more hopeful than I am today because I think people are engaged.
Richard Blumenthal: “And, you know, as Senator Collins knows, I have been at this for 14 years, and every time I thought, 'Okay, maybe now.…”
On the recordMarch 28, 2017
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Blumenthal reflects on his long advocacy and newfound hope due to public engagement.
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