Susan Margaret Collins is an American politician serving as the senior United States Senator for Maine. A Republican, she has represented Maine in the Senate since 1997. Collins was first elected to the U.S. Senate in 1996. She was reelected in 2002, 2008, 2014, and 2020. She is the most senior Republican woman in the Senate.
Susan Collins was born on December 7, 1952, in Caribou, Maine. Collins attended Caribou High School, where she was president of the student council. Following graduation, Collins worked as a legislative assistant to the U.S. Representative, and later U.S. Senator William Cohen from 1975 to 1987. Collins was elected to the United States Senate in the 1996 senate election. She was later re-elected in every election thenceforth.
1 We must always remember that it is when passions are most inflamed that fairness is most in jeopardy. -Susan Collins
Passion always blinds people. While passion can drive most people to do great things and achieve their goals, they almost always become blind to how they affect others. They become self centered and overlook justice.
2 Predictions of a disappearing political center are a warning of a bleak future that we can avoid only by adhering to our nation’s founding principles. -Susan Collins
Every time there’s political instability, signs of impending chaos and a murky future, all of it coming to fruition can only be avoided if a nation adheres to its founding principles. The principles which have, throughout history, guided them through challenging times.
3 Like the canary in the coal mine, the climate changes already evident in the Arctic are a call to action. -Susan Collins
Climate change is real and its signs are already perceivable if you look close enough. The melting glaciers and unusual activity in the Arctic is alarming and an urgent call to action.
4 We will have to work together in a bipartisan spirit and with our international partners if we are going to achieve progress and peace. -Susan Collins
These are challenging times. And in times like this, it is important that we – each and everyone of us, regardless of nationalities or cultural boundaries, come together, join hands and stand in common resolve, if we are to achieve progress and achieve peace.
5 We need to heal this country. -Susan Collins
America is a country that has always stood at the forefront of progress and development. And yet, in recent times, it seems as though we’ve taken steps backwards. It is paramount that we stand together to heal the damage that has been inflicted upon this glorious nation.
6 I am a congenital optimist. Susan Collins
Optimism never goes in vain. One always needs to see the brighter side to things even if the odds seem against you.
7 I know that my voice and my vote matter and that I can help shape the outcome of events that I care deeply about. -Susan Collins
Each vote in a democracy matters. You vote is the one thing that ensures you the power to change the political environment and turn the tide of issues that matter to you. Your vote ensures that your voice is heard.
8 It’s always hard not to be a member of the team, there’s lots of pressure to do that. -Susan Collins
It is always overwhelming to fight alone. A team ensures you support and strength. But do not be swayed to go against your conscience no matter how tempting it may seem. Pick a side and stand firm even if alone.
9 Our society needs to become less fragmented and more open to alternative viewpoints. -Susan Collins
What we need at times like this is unity and the willingness to accept differing perspectives. These are volatile times and to stop things from spiralling down into chaos, it’s crucial that we learn to be more open to different viewpoints.
10 What Americans want is more affordable health care. -Susan Collins
A truly developed and progressing nation ensures that all its citizens are given access to affordable health care. Health care is one of the primary rights of a citizen and it must be accessible to all without any discrimination.
11 I don’t think that any campaign is ennobled by people trading insults. Susan Collins
A campaign where people trade insults is dishonourable and childish. Politicians need to act more mature and respect each other even if they are political opponents. At the end of the day, their aim must be to better the lives of the people and not merely winning an election.
12 I’ve learned to never rule anything in or out. -Susan Collins
Everything in the world has a purpose. Sometimes, the things that you deem useless are the ones that prove the most important. Never rule anything out or in before too early. You never know how things turn out.
12 Susan Collins Quotes To Read!
1. We must always remember that it is when passions are most inflamed that fairness is most in jeopardy. -Susan Collins
2. Predictions of a disappearing political center are a warning of a bleak future that we can avoid only by adhering to our nation’s founding principles. -Susan Collins
3. Like the canary in the coal mine, the climate changes already evident in the Arctic are a call to action. -Susan Collins
4. We will have to work together in a bipartisan spirit and with our international partners if we are going to achieve progress and peace. -Susan Collins
5. We need to heal this country. -Susan Collins
6. I am a congenital optimist. Susan Collins
7. I know that my voice and my vote matter and that I can help shape the outcome of events that I care deeply about. -Susan Collins
8. It’s always hard not to be a member of the team, there’s lots of pressure to do that. -Susan Collins
9. Our society needs to become less fragmented and more open to alternative viewpoints. -Susan Collins
10. What Americans want is more affordable health care. -Susan Collins
11. I don’t think that any campaign is ennobled by people trading insults. Susan Collins
12. I’ve learned to never rule anything in or out. -Susan Collins
