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Richard Blumenthal: “Fortunately, the survivors of abuse across Olympic sports deserve our thanks and if I have one message for the folks who…”

On the recordApril 17, 2018
Fortunately, the survivors of abuse across Olympic sports deserve our thanks and if I have one message for the folks who are testifying today, it is the gratitude of our nation, our Senate, our committee, for coming forward and continuing to be part of this effort at reform, and it has to be a continuing crusade.
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Richard Blumenthal
Democratic · Connecticut

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Blumenthal expresses gratitude to survivors for their role in reform efforts.

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