Mentioned as a possible candidate in the New York Times, Maine’s senior senator says she’s made no decision – and analysts say joining the ticket could be bad for her career.
Susan Collins
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: In the long haul, tired truck drivers result in hazardous highways
It’s unfortunate that Sen. Collins is again behind an industry-backed measure to weaken safety rules.
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Federal veterans budget includes nearly $7 million for Portland clinic
The budget, which still awaits a final vote by the U.S. Senate, would consolidate and streamline veterans services in Greater Portland, says Sen. Susan Collins, a member of the Appropriations Committee.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
M.D. Harmon: Hillary Clinton accidentally tells the truth – and other news from the world of politics
The candidate refers to the unborn as persons; Maine’s AG presses for unneeded ‘climate change’ rules, and Republican senators rightly stand by their leader on the Garland nomination.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Dana Milbank: Republicans stymied by Supreme Court nominee’s squeaky-clean past
As Maine’s Susan Collins urges her Republican colleagues to hold hearings on Merrick Garland’s nomination, their refusal looks petty and even risky.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
After talk with court nominee, Collins ‘more convinced’ hearings should be held
Maine’s senior senator is one of only two Republicans who want the confirmation process to move forward for Merrick Garland, whose nomination is entangled in election-year politics.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Sen. Collins questions sudden price spikes in old prescription drugs
‘Hedge fund pharma’ companies may be legal, but their schemes do real harm to patients, she says.
Posted inNation & World
Senate committee targets soaring drug prices
Chairwoman Susan Collins of Maine sets a Dec. 9 hearing with four drugmakers.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Lack of bipartisan support could doom Iran nuclear deal down the road
Pushed by a divisive president – just like Obamacare – the accord could face recurring challenges.
Posted inCapitol Ticker
Morning Briefing 3.6.15: Hawaii isn’t America, enemies are friends, candidacy traded for advocacy & the dean of women
Good morning, It’s been a busy week at the State House. It will slow down a bit Friday. The Transportation Committee will hold a number of public hearings and potentially vote on two cellphone bills that were reviewed last week. The Appropriations and Financial Affairs Committee will continue to hold public hearings on the governor’s […]
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