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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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Nov 7, 2023

The impact on the labor market in terms of inequality, aggravating inequality, eliminating tasks without creating new tasks, I think is a very important point that you made.

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Nov 7, 2023

I want to thank Senator Whitehouse for his leadership on this issue--persistent, consistent, constant in seeking the truth; very simply, seeking the facts. We are here about the authorization of a subpoena to three individuals--Harlan…

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Nov 2, 2023

I am pleased to follow my colleague from Rhode Island and join him in urging confirmation of these highly qualified and experienced men and women to positions of great trust and responsibility in our military, but they are just a fraction…

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Nov 2, 2023

I think States are going to need the benefit of the expertise and insight that your office and you can bring to bear.

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Nov 2, 2023

I think States are going to need the benefit of the expertise and insight that your office and you can bring to bear.

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Nov 1, 2023

Her fidelity to the rule of law is perhaps her singularly most important qualification at a time when the rule of law is threatened as never before. We need judges like Sarah Russell.

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Nov 1, 2023

She is what we litigators would call, 'the real deal.'

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Nov 1, 2023

I always found Sarah Russell to be even-handed in her approach to issues. It goes without saying that she is a person of towering intellect and unquestioned integrity. As a judge, I have no doubt that she would demonstrate great fidelity…

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Nov 1, 2023

I might just say, coincidentally, a number of us met this morning with various veteran service organizations.

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Nov 1, 2023

I always found Sarah Russell to be even-handed in her approach to issues. It goes without saying that she is a person of towering intellect and unquestioned integrity. As a judge, I have no doubt that she would demonstrate great fidelity…

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Nov 1, 2023

I'd like to know in a month, 3 months, 5 months, so we can help people, what you're finding and how to actualize it in treatment.

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Nov 1, 2023

You are an eminently qualified nominee for the First Circuit Court of Appeals, and I'll be pleased to support you.

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Nov 1, 2023

Thank you, Mr. Chairman for having this hearing.

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Nov 1, 2023

Thank you, Mr. Chairman for having this hearing.

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Nov 1, 2023

Her fidelity to the rule of law is perhaps her singularly most important qualification at a time when the rule of law is threatened as never before. We need judges like Sarah Russell.

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Nov 1, 2023

Well, how soon? You know, veterans are committing suicide every day, there's a real potential to save lives.

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Nov 1, 2023

Well, how soon? You know, veterans are committing suicide every day, there's a real potential to save lives.

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Nov 1, 2023

I defended sex offender registration laws before the United States Supreme Court. I argued the case. We won it.

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Nov 1, 2023

She is what we litigators would call, 'the real deal.'

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Nov 1, 2023

I'm very honored to support Sarah Russell, a nominee for the District of Connecticut Federal court.

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Nov 1, 2023

You are an eminently qualified nominee for the First Circuit Court of Appeals, and I'll be pleased to support you.

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Nov 1, 2023

I'm very honored to support Sarah Russell, a nominee for the District of Connecticut Federal court.

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Nov 1, 2023

I'd like to know in a month, 3 months, 5 months, so we can help people, what you're finding and how to actualize it in treatment.

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Nov 1, 2023

I might just say, coincidentally, a number of us met this morning with various veteran service organizations.

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Nov 1, 2023

I defended sex offender registration laws before the United States Supreme Court. I argued the case. We won it.

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