“I think we can all unequivocally say in 2026, football is not going anywhere.”
“When giant corporations and Wall Street investors buy up all the fire truck manufacturers, it’s a threat to public safety.”
“I want to stop the spread. They are picking homes like you, and I pick tomatoes in the grocery store.”
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On the recordDecember 22, 2022
I endorse the remarks of my friend Senator Graham, and I want to thank him for his persistent work on this issue. I would also like to recognize Senator Blumenthal and Senator Bennet, who had significant roles helping on our side, and Representative Malinowski, who has come over from the House, who championed it on that side as well. I join Senator Graham in asking not only for an ``aye'' vote but a voice vote. The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The majority leader.
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Democratic · Rhode Island
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