On the recordApril 10, 2013
I agree that sequestration was a terrible policy. It doesn't set priorities.
Source
congress.govI agree that sequestration was a terrible policy. It doesn't set priorities.
Collins criticizes sequestration for its lack of prioritization in budgeting.
Share
More from Susan Collins
It would undermine the goal of awarding funds based on scientific merit and value, rather than political ideology.
It appears that there is good faith on the Democratic side to try to pass the CR and avoid a government shutdown, which is always a disaster.
I find this deeply troubling. Reports that women and people of color are disproportionately fired or sidelined create the impression that their service is not valued.