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Maine Dems Race to Replace Platner | Dayton News
Maine Democrats are in a frantic race to replace Graham Platner, their primary pick to challenge Senator Susan Collins, after he was forced out by new rape allegations he denies — a move that’s left the party scrambling with just weeks to find a new candidate who can unite moderates and progressives. Once seen as their best shot to flip a key Senate seat, Platner’s exit has sparked debate over whether sticking with him hurt their chances. With the nomination deadline looming and no clear frontrunner yet, the party is eyeing familiar names like past gubernatorial hopefuls, hoping to rally…
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