Political Quotes

On the recordDecember 6, 2001
Our seaports are as important in the war against terrorism as the safety of the food we eat and the security of the planes we fly in.
Said by
Susan Collins
Republican · Maine
Source
congress.gov
Dec 6, 2001

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Senator Collins emphasizes the critical role of seaports in national security.

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