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  • loaded language: 'backlash'
  • loaded language: 'controversial'
  • loaded language: 'personally disqualifying'
  • loaded language: 'rubber stamp'
  • loaded language: 'pummeled'
  • loaded language: 'far-Left'
  • framing: headline asserting a conclusion
  • framing: selective emphasis on Auchincloss's opposition

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Rep. Jake Auchincloss Clarifies Position on Maine Senate Race

Rep. Jake Auchincloss has denied supporting Sen. Susan Collins in the Maine Senate race, following backlash over his opposition to Democratic candidate Graham Platner. Auchincloss stated that he finds Platner's past tattoo disqualifying, which has drawn criticism from some Democrats who feel his stance undermines party efforts to regain the Senate.

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Our neutral summary

Rep. Jake Auchincloss has denied supporting Sen. Susan Collins in the Maine Senate race, following backlash over his opposition to Democratic candidate Graham Platner. Auchincloss stated that he finds Platner's past tattoo disqualifying, which has drawn criticism from some Democrats who feel his stance undermines party efforts to regain the Senate.

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Language Analysis

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Inflammatory language 19/100
Sentiment -10/100

Loaded Language Removed

  • ✕ loaded language: 'backlash'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'controversial'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'personally disqualifying'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'rubber stamp'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'pummeled'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'far-Left'
  • ✕ framing: headline asserting a conclusion
  • ✕ framing: selective emphasis on Auchincloss's opposition
  • ✕ editorializing: dug his heels in to oppose
  • ✕ editorializing: sparks backlash

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Original Headline

Jake Auchincloss denies supporting Collins in Maine Senate race after opposing Planter bid

Neutral Headline

Rep. Jake Auchincloss Clarifies Position on Maine Senate Race