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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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Feb 2, 2011

I think a very strong argument could be made that the driver's license age is almost too old.

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Feb 2, 2011

So, soft-pedaling the plastic really is profoundly important, not only in an immediate economic sense, but also in terms of the long-term trends that you've identified?

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Feb 2, 2011

Isn't it necessary to restore confidence in this system which has really betrayed so many of our seniors

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Feb 2, 2011

The other trend that, obviously, is at play here is the higher ratio of debt to wealth.

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Feb 2, 2011

Thank you very much, and again my thanks to both of you for your service to the country.

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Feb 2, 2011

At what point do you envision that the Iraqis themselves would take over a greater share of funding their own security?

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Feb 2, 2011

We have only to look at today's headlines to see how dangerous those places are to civilians as well as the military.

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Feb 2, 2011

I want to join in thanking both of you and the men and women who serve with you for your service.

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Jan 31, 2011

Every homeowner deserves this type of assistance.

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Jan 31, 2011

So if it were made clear that this program is completely voluntary, that objection, again, would be addressed.

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Jan 31, 2011

This problem, known as 'robo-signing,' is particularly troubling to me.

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Jan 31, 2011

These types of mediation programs are one important way we can help families in Minnesota and elsewhere to stay in their homes.

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Jan 31, 2011

I realize my time has expired, but if it were made clear that there is no shift in legal burden, I gather that concern would be addressed.

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Jan 31, 2011

I think that concern is belied by the experience in Connecticut where we have a mandatory mediation program...

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Jan 31, 2011

I worry that it is a day late and a dollar short.

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Jan 31, 2011

As I think you said, Senator, in your opening remarks, by enacting legislation in this area, the Congress would also be telling courts, not just Federal courts but State courts, that you should think about this.

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Jan 31, 2011

Clearly, this entire program is voluntary, is it not, Judge Drain?

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Jan 31, 2011

Every state needs to adopt this and other services to help give homeowners a fighting chance.

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Oct 3, 2010

We have learned something very important since the days that I served in Vietnam. I served in Vietnam.

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Jul 25, 2010

Secretary Kendall, please provide the information that the CWC requested at its hearing on July 26, 2010, on the remedies DOD has used to combat human trafficking.

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May 20, 2010

The Connecticut Senate candidate said he misspoke but will not allow a few misplaced words to impugn his record of service.

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May 20, 2010

Richard Blumenthal said he misspoke but will not allow a few misplaced words to impugn his record of service.

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May 17, 2010

On a few occasions, I have misspoken about my service. And I regret that, and I take full responsibility.

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Nov 3, 2009

We are very eager and willing and ready to continue participating in this process, working toward a common solution.

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Nov 3, 2009

I recognize and respect the feeling of obligation that you feel and I share for the oppression and the injustice that has been visited by our nation on Native Americans.

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