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Graham Platner’s Past Clouds Maine’s Senate Race

June 9, 2026·5 days ago·via The New York Times
Graham Platner’s Past Clouds Maine’s Senate Race
Maine voters are weighing Graham Platner’s past as he tries to navigate a campaign already burdened by fresh questions. The race matters because Democrats want a clean pickup, but any candidate with political baggage can become a liability fast. That is especially true in a state where voters tend to punish spin and reward straight talk. The story underscores how personal history can still derail a Senate run. Read more about this...

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