Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 30, 2011
I think Congress has been completely irresponsible to not make the DOD appropriations bill our highest priority.
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Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

Editor's note · Context

Collins criticizes Congress for neglecting the DOD appropriations amid ongoing wars.

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