Bernie Sanders backs Graham Platner in key Senate race against Susan Collins
TL;DR
A new candidate, Platner, a veteran and oysterman with progressive policies, has entered the Maine Senate race against Collins, complicating Democrats' plans and adding to internal party tensions over candidate selection and generational change. Meanwhile, Governor Mills is considering a run but has not yet committed.
- Sanders wades into one of Democrats' best Senate pickup opportunities Politico
- Bernie Sanders endorses Graham Platner in race against Susan Collins WMTW
- The Political Awakening of the Oyster Farmer Taking on Susan Collins The New Republic
- Graham Platner's campaign raises $1 million in nine days WGME
- Who is Graham Platner, and can he beat Susan Collins? The Boston Globe
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