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| | Olympia Snowe — FactMonster.com |
 | | She was reelected in 1974 and went on to serve one term in the state senate, and two years later she ran successfully for Congress. |
 | | Snowe served in the House until 1994, compiling a maverick voting record, often joining a group of northern, liberal Republicans called “Gypsy Moths.” Although she rose to a leadership position, becoming Republican Deputy Whip, she often broke party ranks on such issues as abortion, which she supports. |
 | | Snowe was elected to the U.S. Senate in 1994, where she has worked on issues involving the fishing industry, the oceans, the merchant marine, tourism, and consumer affairs. |
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