Washington – Upon the Connecticut Senate Race being called for Chris Murphy, Human Rights Campaign President Chad Griffin released the following statement:

“Over his three terms in the House of Representatives, Chris Murphy made his mark as a committed advocate for fair treatment and equal protection for all. As he prepares to continue this work in the United States Senate, the HRC family offers both our congratulations as well as our optimism for future collaboration.”

The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working to achieve lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality. By inspiring and engaging all Americans, HRC strives to end discrimination against LGBT citizens and realize a nation that achieves fundamental fairness and equality for all.