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On the recordJune 25, 2022
Throwing out a precedent overnight that the country has relied upon for a half a century is not conservative. It is sudden and a radical jolt to the country that will lead to political chaos, anger, and a further loss of confidence in our government.
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Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

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Susan Collins expresses her concerns about the abrupt change in legal precedent and its implications for political stability.

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