Maine Sen. Susan Collins says she and other senators are discussing putting forward their own bipartisan proposal to avoid going over the fiscal cliff.
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U.S. Senate transitions: An incoming independent voice hopes to bridge the divide
Sen.-elect Angus King will work to reform filibuster rules, the banking sector and gun laws.
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U.S. Senate transitions: Old-style Republican transcended party politics
Sen. Olympia Snowe shaped tax and health care laws and helped break down gender biases.
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Obama, Senate leaders on verge of deal to avoid ‘fiscal cliff’
But questions remain about the House action if the deal passes the Senate.
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Senate passes bill with fishing disaster funds for Maine
The measure goes to the Republican-controlled House, where it could face stronger opposition.
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Longtime U.S. Rep. Markey plans run for Kerry’s seat
Many others could join him if the Massachusetts senator is named secretary of state as expected.
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Kennedy: Won’t run for Kerry’s Senate seat
“Although I have a strong desire to serve in public office, I consider Connecticut to be my home, and I hope to have the honor to serve at another point in my future.”
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Angus King picks staff; it’s bipartisan
His staff now includes a veteran of Obama’s campaigns in Maine and a political consultant with Republican ties.
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Longtime aide Rand to oversee Angus King’s staff
The former manager of the senator-elect’s office and political campaigns was expected to get the job.
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Campaign spending hit unprecedented levels
More than $11 million was spent on Maine’s Senate race, and the flood in spending from super PACs and anonymous donors has caused concern on both sides of the aisle.