Susan Collins said "I actually feel bad for many of the straw purchasers, because they frequently have serious substance abuse problems." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordMay 24, 2022

I actually feel bad for many of the straw purchasers, because they frequently have serious substance abuse problems.

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Collins expresses concern for straw purchasers exploited by gangs.

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