On the recordMarch 2, 2011
It is the height of irresponsibility if Government is allowed to shut down, and would represent a colossal failure that would reflect poorly on everyone involved.
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Senator Collins emphasizes the importance of resolving the budget crisis to avoid government shutdown.
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