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Maine Democrats Will Replace Graham Platner. Here’s What to Know.
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Graham Platner has withdrawn from the Maine Senate race amid a rape accusation he denies, prompting the Democratic Party to urgently seek a replacement candidate to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins.
- The Maine Democratic Party will hold a nominating convention on July 25 in Bangor, with a state deadline of July 27 to select a new nominee, leaving limited time for candidates to campaign.
- A crowded field of potential candidates has emerged, including Troy Jackson, Nirav Shah, Shenna Bellows, Jordan Wood, Paige Loud, Dan Kleban, and David Costello, all with varying political backgrounds and previous campaign experience.
- Candidates must declare their intent by Wednesday and submit 500 signatures from at least eight counties by July 21, along with written statements on how they will maintain grassroots support in Maine.
