Susan Collins actually said...

"I do hope that you will share with this committee, assuming your confirmation, what you believe the true needs are for our Army."

"I want to associate myself with the concerns that all of us have expressed about the stress of repeated deployments."

"Her tireless efforts on behalf of the citizens of Maine and all Americans have made myself and my family and all of us who are part of that great State very proud."

"It is certainly appropriate for there to be a review of all programs to determine their necessity, to eliminate wasteful or nonperforming programs, but that should be an ongoing process that is differ..."