Susan Collins actually said...

"the primary near-term security concern of the United States is the global economic crisis."

"the intent--indeed, the letter of the stimulus act--requires Federal, State, and local governments, but also private businesses, that are receiving money under the Recovery Act to adhere to the transp..."

"Thank you for your leadership on this set of hearings that we have been holding."

"I appreciate your including that aspect in this hearing."