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EPISODE · Jun 2, 2026 · 4 MIN

Despite latest scandal, Graham Platner is poised to win Maine Senate primary

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A number of senior Democrats across the country are standing by Platner, an oyster farmer who gained significant momentum early in the race, and the party's only chance of taking on Republican Susan Collins.

A number of senior Democrats across the country are standing by Platner, an oyster farmer who gained significant momentum early in the race, and the party's only chance of taking on Republican Susan Collins.

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Despite latest scandal, Graham Platner is poised to win Maine Senate primary

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