Troy Jackson has secured the Democratic nomination for the Maine Senate seat after a primary race that involved the withdrawal of Graham Platner due to sexual assault allegations. The nomination was confirmed on Saturday at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor, where Jackson expressed his gratitude, stating, "This is the absolute honor of my life."
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Troy Jackson wins Democratic nomination for Maine Senate seat following primary race
Troy Jackson has officially secured the Democratic nomination for the Maine Senate seat after a tumultuous primary race marked by scandal and candidate withdrawals. He made his acceptance speech at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor, expressing his gratitude for the nomination.
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