Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"The Federal Government has a constitutionally mandated responsibility to count and record every man, woman and child living in America."

"This census occurs once every ten years, and the data generated determine Congressional representation, help target and direct federal, state and local spending."

"I just want to state that I appreciated my conversation with Mr. Batory."

"It is so critical that we get the census right, that we ensure it is as accurate and as detailed as possible."