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Richard Blumenthal

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Richard Blumenthal is an American lawyer and politician serving as the senior United States senator from Connecticut since 2011. A member of the Democratic Party, Blumenthal has focused on issues such as consumer protection, healthcare, and veterans' affairs during his tenure. He previously served as the Attorney General of Connecticut from 1991 to 2011, where he gained recognition for his advocacy on behalf of consumers and his efforts to hold corporations accountable. Blumenthal has been an active voice in the Senate, participating in various committees and addressing key national issues.

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Jul 31, 2017

There is something profoundly unfair and intolerable about this situation.

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Jul 27, 2017

we are here at a historic moment, and we listened to a historic speech just within the last 48 hours from our colleague, Senator John McCain. All of us welcomed him back and were inspired and overjoyed by his return and then by his speech…

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Jul 27, 2017

I had previously submitted to the Record my intention to submit a motion to H.R. 1628 regarding the Prevention and Public Health Fund. That motion was also supported by Senator Nelson.

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Jul 26, 2017

Congress has precluded liability for online publishers for the action of publishing third party speech.

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Jul 26, 2017

the Court understands the importance and urgency in waging war against sexual exploitation.

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Jul 26, 2017

I appreciate my colleagues across the aisle accommodating me for 3 minutes, and I ask that-- The PRESIDING OFFICER. There is no Democratic time remaining. The Senator from Wyoming.

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Jul 26, 2017

I ask unanimous consent that Julia Rhodes and Kyle Wesson, fellows in my office, be granted floor privileges for the remainder of the debate. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________

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Jul 26, 2017

I intend off the following motion, Amelie, Amanda, and Evan's amendment, to H.R. 1628, and I ask unanimous consent that it be printed in the Record. The motion is supported by Senator Shaheen. There being no objection, the material was…

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Jul 26, 2017

I intend to offer the following motion, Gay's amendment, to H.R. 1628, and I ask unanimous consent that it be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: Motion to…

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Jul 26, 2017

I intend to offer the following motion, Justice's amendment, to H.R. 1628, and I ask unanimous consent that it be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: Motion to…

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Jul 26, 2017

I intend to offer the following motion, Sean and Frank's amendment, to H.R. 1628, and I ask unanimous consent that it be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows…

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Jul 26, 2017

I intend to offer the following motion to H.R. 1628, and I ask unanimous consent that it be printed in the Record. The motion is supported by Senator Shaheen. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record…

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Jul 26, 2017

I intend to offer the following motion, Conner's amendment, to H.R. 1628, and I ask unanimous consent that it be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: Motion to…

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Jul 26, 2017

I intend to offer the following motion to H.R. 1628, and I ask unanimous consent that it be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: Motion to Commit With…

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Jul 26, 2017

we have seen in the course of this debate some very high points and some points that I think in some ways we regretted. One of the high points for me was the return of Senator McCain, and I want to join all of my colleagues in saying how…

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Jul 26, 2017

I want to say that the field hearings I had have shown me that people not only fear but will be justifiably hurt forever by this sabotage of our exchanges and by the repeal of the Affordable Care Act. Whether it is called a skinny repeal…

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Jul 26, 2017

I intend to offer the following motion to H.R. 1628, and I ask unanimous consent that it be printed in the Record. The motion is supported by Senators Carper, Brown, Reed, King, Coons, Warren, Stabenow, Feinstein, Klobuchar, Markey…

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Jul 26, 2017

I intend to offer the following motion, Michelle's amendment, to H.R. 1628, and I ask unanimous consent that it be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: Motion to…

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Jul 26, 2017

S. 1693 is narrowly focused, targeting only those digital publishers who 'knowingly' allow offending material to be published.

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Jul 25, 2017

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

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Jul 25, 2017

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

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Jul 25, 2017

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

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Jul 25, 2017

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

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Jul 24, 2017

Well, on enforcement, can you make some suggestions for how either the rules can be made more enforceable or what can be done to ensure greater enforcement?

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Jul 24, 2017

We all know that cruise ships are a potential source of debris and waste.

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