Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"I think it is absolutely vital, and I want to thank Senator Tester for his leadership."

"I want to offer my strong support for the bills mentioned by my colleagues, as well as for Senator Tester's DOCS for Veterans Act."

"I think this hearing is very important because it deals with mental health, with equality of justice, and with homelessness."

"I think that there is a need for more outreach to the homeless, from what I have seen at least in Connecticut."