Susan Collins actually said...

"Given the tax and economic policies coming out of Washington, we do not dare create any jobs, take any risks, or make any investments."

"The President's new health care law is already causing health insurance premiums to increase for many employers and employees."

"I do not see how you can say that there would not be a negative impact on demand and on the economy if we hit those individuals with a substantial tax increase."

"I view it, if OMB goes ahead with this policy, as being totally contrary to the Competition in Contracting Act."