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State Leaders Criticize U.S. Senate's Vote on Gun Measure
The governor and members of Connecticut’s congressional delegation are upset about the Senate's vote on Wednesday.

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The governor and members of Connecticut’s congressional delegation are upset about the Senate's vote on Wednesday.

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