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On the recordSeptember 11, 2012
My point is that it is not as if there are not systems in place to try to put a check on excessive awards to individuals who have not warranted that kind of recognition.
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Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

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Senator Collins emphasizes existing checks on excessive awards.

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