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What Dueling Visits by Ocasio-Cortez and Manchin Say About Maine’s Senate Race
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- In the final stage of Maine's tight Senate race, Republican Senator Susan Collins is focusing on appealing to centrist voters, while her Democratic challenger, Troy Jackson, aims to energize the progressive base.
- Troy Jackson received high-profile support from progressive figures such as Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Senator Bernie Sanders, and Senator Elizabeth Warren during recent campaign events.
- Susan Collins campaigned with former Senator Joe Manchin III, a centrist figure, making low-key visits to working-class locations in politically divided areas of Maine.
- The race is critical as it could influence control of the U.S. Senate, highlighting the contrasting campaign strategies of both candidates.
