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'People can change': Scandal-hit Platner on Maine primary win

'People can change': Scandal-hit Platner on Maine primary win

Summary

Graham Platner won the Democratic primary for the US Senate race in Maine despite facing several scandals during his campaign. He will run against Republican Senator Susan Collins in the November midterm elections.

Key Facts

  • Graham Platner is a former combat marine and oyster farmer.
  • His campaign was affected by several investigations into his past by national media.
  • Platner decided to stay in the race despite the scandals.
  • He won the Democratic primary in Maine on June 9.
  • Platner said he believes people and politics can change.
  • He will compete against Susan Collins, a longtime Republican senator from Maine.
  • The election is part of the US midterm elections held in November.
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