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“Unfortunately, money in politics is an insidious thing - and a loophole in our campaign finance system was taken advantage of with money going to existing or new 527 groups with the sole purpose of influencing the election.”

Quote by Olympia Snowe

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Olympia Snowe was a prominent figure in American politics, serving as a United States Senator from Maine from 1995 to 2013. A member of the Republican Party, she was known for her moderate stance and ability to work across the aisle. She was the first woman to serve in both houses of the Maine legislature and the first woman to represent Maine in the U.S. Senate. more

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