Olympia Snowe Quotes

"In today's world, it is no longer unimaginable to think that business can operate - and even thrive - in an environmentally-friendly manner."

"Most breast cancer-related deaths can be prevented through simple and painless preventive measures. A late diagnosis can result in more serious, long-term consequences."

"As a Greek-American, I am especially pleased that Ambassador Negroponte has earned the honor of being nominated to this most prominent position of responsibility in the intelligence community. He is a role model to all Greek-Americans, making the entire Hellenic community proud."

"We like to think that was the Maine influence rubbing off. Or better yet, that of his wonderful, exceptional wife, because to know Cap was to know Jane. They were truly one soul."

"The existing program, as it has been developed in the last 70 years, provides a stable monthly income that has prevented seniors, almost 50 percent from falling into poverty. I don't think we want to erode the principles of that system."

"Clearly the understanding is explicit that the package remain at 350 [billion dollars] ... Our voices have clearly been heard at every level."

"I'm certainly not going to support diverting $2 trillion from Social Security into creating personal savings accounts,"

"Just because we have different views, that doesn't mean that we lack principles."

"Our patience is running thin."