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Mass., Conn. review pension fund gun holdings

By Stephen Singer
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HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — The treasurers of Connecticut and Massachusetts are among those reviewing public pension investments in response to the fatal shootings of 20 children and six adults in a Connecticut elementary school.

Massachusetts Treasurer Steve Grossman said Wednesday he’s directed a review of investments in gun companies. He didn’t call for divestment. He said it’s the duty of the $50 billion fund to maximize returns for retirees, but he won’t ignore the values of Massachusetts residents.

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