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Maine Democrats Weigh Options After Platner Exits Senate Race

Maine Democrats weigh their options after Graham Platner exits Senate race, a move seen as crucial for winning support.

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If Platner Exits Senate Race, the Maine Democratic Party Chair Could Help Pick the Nominee NYTimes – US
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Graham Platner built a grassroots movement in Maine. As Maine Democrats weigh what's next now that he's exited the race, winning that support will be key.

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With Platner announcement he's out of Senate race, Maine Democrats weigh what to do now

Graham Platner built a grassroots movement in Maine. As Maine Democrats weigh what's next now that he's exited the race, winning that support will be key.

If Platner Exits Senate Race, the Maine Democratic Party Chair Could Help Pick the NomineeNYTimes – US
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If Platner Exits Senate Race, the Maine Democratic Party Chair Could Help Pick the Nominee

Charles Dingman, chair of the Maine Democratic Party and a progressive, would play a key role in choosing the state’s Democratic Senate candidate if Graham Platner leaves the race.

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