In all of her ads, Sen. Susan Collins is calling herself an independent voice for change in America and does not mention her strong connection to all the failed policies of the Bush and Republican administration.

How can she call herself an independent candidate? Her voting record proves her wrong, time and time again, and if re-elected, the state of Maine will continue to be represented by more of the same failed polices of the Republican party. If people want to bring change to the Senate, they should vote for Democratic Rep. Tom Allen.

As a representative, he voted against the polices of President Bush, more than 90 percent of the time. His voting record has proven his ability to bring change to Washington.

The nation needs Tom Allen in the U.S. Senate.

Crystal Ward, Lewiston