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On the recordFebruary 24, 2015
I totally share your belief that sequestration needs to go away permanently, and it would have devastating impacts if it does.
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Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

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Collins emphasizes the negative effects of sequestration on national security and taxpayer value.

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