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Bernie Sanders draws hundreds at rally event in Orono with Maine candidates Graham Platner and Troy Jackson

Platner spoke about affordable education, housing and health care and criticized current administration policies.

Bernie Sanders draws hundreds at rally event in Orono with Maine candidates Graham Platner and Troy Jackson
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Bernie Sanders joined Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner and gubernatorial candidate Troy Jackson at an Orono rally, where they discussed progressive priorities ahead of the June 9 primary. Sanders also advocated a proposed wealth tax on billionaires.

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Bernie Sanders Holds Rally in Maine

Bernie Sanders held a Portland rally with Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner and backed his campaign. Platner spoke about policy issues, including economic and foreign-policy concerns. Center outlets emphasize Sanders's endorsement and the candidates' policy messages, presenting the event mainly as a campaign rally. Right-leaning outlets focus more on Platner's progressive politics, with some also highlighting his mispronunciation of Sanders's name and campaign controversies.

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