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Maine Democrats are set to nominate Troy Jackson, a fifth-generation logger and progressive firebrand, to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins. Once a Republican turned independent, Jackson rose through Maine’s political ranks, serving as Senate President and even running for governor — though he lost the primary. His journey began with leading a loggers’ protest in the 90s, and his views have shifted dramatically: from opposing abortion and same-sex marriage to championing Medicare for All and abolishing ICE — and backing Bernie Sanders. Collins has mocked him as a “Bernie bro,” but Jackson is countering by tying her to Trump. With a massive fundraising gap — $16M to $1M — and a new delegate-driven nomination process, Jackson’s campaign is banking on grassroots momentum after the withdrawal of former nominee Graham Platner amid assault allegations.

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