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Troy Jackson Replaces Graham Platner As Maine's Democratic Nominee

Platner withdrew after reports of allegations and calls for him to leave the race.

Troy Jackson Replaces Graham Platner As Maine's Democratic Nominee
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Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson as their Senate nominee, replacing Graham Platner after reports of allegations derailed Platner’s campaign. Jackson will face incumbent Susan Collins in a race that could affect control of the Senate.

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Susan M. Collins
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Bernie Sanders
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Other candidate in the Maine Democratic Party’s nominee selection

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Maine Democrats Select Troy Jackson as Senate Nominee

Outlets agree that Maine Democrats selected Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner as their Senate nominee, setting up a race against Susan Collins. Center outlets focus on Jackson's campaign against Collins and the challenges of uniting Democrats, including concerns about his record and distance from national party leaders. Right-leaning outlets foreground allegations and controversies surrounding Platner's departure and connect the change to the stakes for Senate control.

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