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TexasTowelie

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Mon Nov 20, 2017, 09:54 PM Nov 2017

Susan Collins Says To Expect Significant Amendments To GOP Tax Plans

U.S. Sen. Susan Collins of Maine is being targeted by advertising and telephone campaigns as the political battle over the Republican tax plan heats up.

One TV ad airing in Maine urges Collins to vote for the Senate Republican tax plan, touting it as a tax cut. Another ad from a different political action committee denounces both the Senate and House versions of tax legislation.

“Thankfully, Sen. Susan Collins told us that she would say no to tax breaks for the wealthiest. Call her and tell her not to lose her way,” the ad said.

In an interview with Maine Public Radio, Collins said, as a moderate, she is used to groups trying to pressure her to vote for against various issues and nominees.

Read more: http://mainepublic.org/post/susan-collins-says-expect-significant-amendments-gop-tax-plans#stream/0

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