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Troy Jackson Eyes Senate Seat | Salt Lake City News
Maine Democrats have tapped Troy Jackson, a former state Senate president and logger, to replace the withdrawn Graham Platner in their Senate race — a move that’s already igniting debate. Jackson’s journey from protestor to lawmaker, including party switches and a dramatic rise to Senate leadership, is now overshadowed by reports of his fiery temperament, including a notorious water bottle incident. While his campaign defends him, the state party has until July 27 to finalize his nomination. He’ll face off against Republican incumbent Susan Collins in a fiercely contested battle that could…
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