Susan Collins actually said...

"the primary near-term security concern of the United States is the global economic crisis."

"I think if you are looking at re-employing annuitants, we have to take away the huge financial disincentive for them to come back to work."

"The board is meant to ensure coordinated and comprehensive oversight of stimulus spending and provide regular reports to Congress and the public."

"Our vision in authorizing such a core of experienced contracting officials applies exactly to this kind of situation."