Blumenthal Statement on Fifth Anniversary of Sandy Hook Shooting

(Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) issued the following statement on the fifth anniversary of the Sandy Hook shooting:

“Today marks the fifth anniversary of one of the darkest moments in our nation’s history. I stand in awe of the families who, through unimaginable grief and pain, have shown unparalleled courage and resilience. We must never forget the innocent lives lost that day, and we must never abandon their cause.

Shame on Congress for allowing yet another year to pass without action. Shame on Congress for allowing this tragic anniversary to be followed by so many more—in Sutherland Springs, in Las Vegas, in Orlando, in Charleston, and in our communities each and every day. Each day that passes marked by inaction, Congress turns its back on the will of the American public--complicit as 90 more lives are lost to the scourge of gun violence.

Today and every day, we must honor with action. I will not give up this fight.”