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If Platner Exits Senate Race, the Maine Democratic Party Chair Could Help Pick the Nominee
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Charles F. Dingman, chair of the Maine Democratic Party and a progressive lawyer from Leeds, may need to help find a new Democratic nominee if Graham Platner withdraws from the Senate race.
- Platner's campaign has been disrupted by a rape allegation, which he denies, leading to a loss of support and his consideration of exiting the race.
- Dingman, 72, has been party chair for about 18 months and now faces the urgent task of selecting a replacement candidate to challenge incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins.
- The outcome of this race is significant as it could influence control of the U.S. Senate.
