Susan Collins actually said...

"I would argue that the Community Development Block Grant program is an essential part of fulfilling that mission."

"I personally like that change because I think it is more inclusive and better reflects the mission of HUD, which is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes fo..."

"While I am deeply troubled by some of the budget proposals, I also want to acknowledge that there are so many areas where HUD and I share common interests."

"The Administration has not given you much to work with and I suspect it will be a daunting task to defend these significant reductions that are being proposed."