Maine progressives race to find candidate to replace Graham Platner
Summary
Progressive groups in Maine are searching for a new candidate to support for the US Senate after Graham Platner withdrew because of sexual assault allegations. Many former supporters are considering backing Troy Jackson, a progressive leader and former state senate president, while other Democrats aim for more moderate candidates.Key Facts
- Graham Platner dropped out of the Maine US Senate race after sexual assault accusations.
- Progressive groups want to find a new candidate to continue Platner’s anti-establishment platform.
- Our Revolution, a progressive group, is supporting Troy Jackson for the Senate seat.
- Troy Jackson is a former Maine state senate president and a longtime progressive and union member.
- Congressman Ro Khanna and activist Hasan Piker shifted support from Platner to Jackson.
- Jackson previously opposed same-sex marriage and abortion but has changed his positions.
- Some Democrats want the party to choose a more moderate candidate to improve election chances.
- Other candidates, like Nirav Shah, a former Maine health official, are also seeking the nomination.
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