Max Baucus: “It is also true you learn what a mosaic this country is and how each State's needs are unique. The New England States…”

“It is also true you learn what a mosaic this country is and how each State's needs are unique. The New England States, for example, the Northeast States, have definite needs, obviously, with relation to the population density; relative donor States. Then, obviously, some of the Western States with public lands, some of the Indian roads. I compliment the Senators who worked very hard for their own States and who worked with the Senate to get a balance. One who comes to mind is Senator Levin, and Senator Abraham from Michigan.”