I think George Mitchell was good for Maryland in the sense that he helped me get elected. It doesn't get any better than that from here on.

A pregnant woman facing the most dire circumstances must be able to count on her doctor to do what is medically necessary to protect her from serious physical harm.

Our seniors' retirement should never rely on the bull of political promises or the bear of the market.

I think George Mitchell was the right guy for the right time, and many people will note his spectacular foreign policy accomplishments, both in and out of office. I think all would note his devotion to Maine; that was number one. The fact he did work in a bipartisan basis with Bill Cohen. And for me, he helped the first Democratic woman get elected.

Politics is social work with power.

When we stand up for America, we stand up for what America stands for, which is a safety net for our seniors and really helping our families be able to help themselves

When you're up in Maine, there is Canada, I mean it's looking right at you; it's a different viewpoint.