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  • April 22, 2005

    Helping Cut Health Insurance Costs

    A major challenge for our nation's economy is the rapidly rising cost of health insurance. Whether I am talking to the owner of a small Maine business or the human resource manager...

  • April 14, 2005

    Protecting Maine’s Waterways

    From Pickerel Pond to Lake Auburn, from Sebago Lake to Bryant Pond, lakes and ponds in Maine are under attack. Aquatic invasive species threaten Maine's drinking water systems,...

  • April 08, 2005

    TOPOFF Tests Readiness

    It began early Monday afternoon at a festival on the New London, Connecticut, waterfront. Several people at the event began showing up the First Aid tent complaining of difficulty...

  • April 01, 2005

    Eliminating Inequities In Retirement Benefits

    Individuals should receive the retirement benefits that they have earned. This belief has led me to work with Senator Diane Feinstein of California in introducing the Social...

  • March 25, 2005

    The World Comes To Maine!

    The world comes to Maine! Nothing sums up the special excitement of an international athletic competition more than the phrase that is heard again and again during Olympic and...

  • March 18, 2005

    Protecting Maine Manufacturers

    Our nation's manufacturers and their employees are the best in the world, but they cannot compete against nations that provide huge subsidies and other unfair advantages to their...

  • March 11, 2005

    Supporting Alzheimer’s Research

    Alzheimer's is a devastating disease that takes a tremendous personal and economic toll on both the individual and the family. As someone whose family has experienced the pain of...

  • March 04, 2005

    Mainers Serving Proudly In Afghanistan And Iraq

    As a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, I recently participated in a trip to Afghanistan and Iraq with my colleagues Senators Senator John McCain, Lindsey Graham, Russ...

  • February 04, 2005

    Supporting Military Families Making The Ultimate Sacrifice

    Each day, servicemen and women put their lives on the line to defend and protect our nation. Like all Americans, I have been greatly saddened by the loss of our troops during our...

  • January 28, 2005

    Ensuring Greater Access To Higher Education

    Education and training beyond high school are increasingly the keys to economic opportunity. A college degree or other advanced training opens the door to greater economic success...

  • January 21, 2005

    Celebrating Democracy

    Every four years the traditions of American democracy culminate in a Presidential inauguration. Thousands of people from across the nation converge on Washington to celebrate. And...

  • January 14, 2005

    Coming Together In Tragedy

    Following the earthquake and tsunami that left South Asia ravaged, people throughout the world joined together to offer assistance to its victims. The loss of life and destruction...

  • January 07, 2005

    Working For Maine In The New Congress

    As people change their calendars to the new year, they often plan for the upcoming year. I, too, am planning for the legislative year ahead. In the 109th Congress, which officially...

  • December 31, 2004

    Reflecting On 2004

    As Americans enter the dawn of 2005 and sing the final verses of "Auld Lang Syne" to reflect on the times gone by, it is an appropriate time to remember both our accomplishments...

  • December 24, 2004

    Students Stand Out To Receive Service Academy Nominations

    Each year, some of Maine's most outstanding students are chosen to attend one of the United States military service academies. And one of my greatest honors as a United States...

  • December 17, 2004

    Mainers Changing Lives From Afar

    During Christmas week, I will have the opportunity to present a special award from the Russian embassy to some extraordinary Mainers: Greg Foltz, Jim and Maureen Gorman, and Mary...

  • December 10, 2004

    Victory For Americans

    Before the 108th Congress adjourned, we made history by passing the Collins-Lieberman Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act. This landmark legislation should make a real...

  • December 03, 2004

    Protecting Snowmobilers

    For many Mainers, the winter snow means snowmobiling and skiing. However, as people enjoy these recreational activities, they may be putting themselves at risk even though they...

  • November 26, 2004

    Spreading Holiday Goodness

    As temperatures go down and decorations go up, it is clear that the holiday season is upon us. This season is a time to reflect and be thankful for the gifts in our lives. These...

  • November 19, 2004

    Flu Vaccine Column

    This year=s unexpected shortage of flu vaccine was a result of vaccine doses becoming contaminated during production. On October 5th, Chiron Corporation, a California-based...