Susan Collins actually said...

"I strongly support more funding for biomedical research. I think it is one of the best investments that we can make."

"That predictability, I think, is so important. I would actually like to see multiyear funding approved up front."

"We must continue to push for more funding and research."

"Well, I'm going to continue to push really hard on this. I've got a bill. I'm working with OMB (Office of Management and Budget), DEA, and it's just ridiculous that DEA is not more cooperative in this..."