Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"I think there's an emerging issue of competition for resources, especially when you see large events moving up the coast absorbing resources as they move."

"I urge the Committee to review the MAG system and enact measures ensuring that every state has ready access to adequate numbers of line crews during a disaster;"

"We must take proactive steps to prevent outages and protect our communities."

"I am a strong supporter, as are other members of this Committee, of repealing DOMA, the respect for marriage act, which would provide a comprehensive solution."