- Multiple candidates in the Maine Democratic Senate race, including Platner, Jackson, and Pingree, are making moves regarding endorsements and primary bids.
- Jackson filed exploratory committee paperwork with the FEC seeking to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic nominee.
- Jackson is gaining momentum to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic nominee, driven by the Lewiston tragedy and policy stances.
Troy Jackson's campaign urged Graham Platner to step aside, while Jordan Wood rallied to support Troy's nomination, leading to the election of the new Democratic nominee.
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What happened
Troy Jackson's campaign urged Graham Platner to step aside, while Jordan Wood rallied to support Troy's nomination, leading to the election of the new Democratic nominee.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutKeep exploring
Part of
Jackson is gaining momentum to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic nominee, driven by the Lewiston tragedy and policy stances.Also in this story
- Jackson's platform is actively challenging Donald Trump's political standing.
- Planned Parenthood gives 100% approval to Jackson, a prospective Maine Democratic nominee who favors expanding Medicare.
The entities involved
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Troy Jackson
Canadian writer and performer
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Graham Platner
American oyster farmer, harbormaster, and political candidate
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Maine Democratic Party
Maine branch of the Democratic Party, US
Nothing else this week.
Related events
- Troy Jackson acknowledged Graham Platner's supporters at an event during the Senate race.
- Troy Jackson, a figure in Maine politics, is from the town of Allagash.
- Jackson succeeded Graham Platner following his withdrawal from the Senate race.
- Jackson is expected to secure the Senate nomination in Bangor after Graham Platner's withdrawal, challenging Susan Collins.
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- sunjournal.com
- sunjournal.comAlthough the process wasn’t perfect, Troy Jackson’s the man | Letter