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Maine Dems scramble after Platner exit | Annapolis News
Maine Democrats are in chaos after Graham Platner, their Senate candidate, dropped out amid explosive rape allegations he denies — despite polls showing him surprisingly competitive. With just weeks until the midterms and the Senate on the line, the party must now scramble to find a replacement who can unite progressives and moderates — a daunting task with little time to campaign. Critics say they backed Platner too long, risking their national reputation. The replacement, likely chosen at a July 27th convention, could make or break Maine’s swing state status — and the Democrats’ chances of…
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