Troy Jackson’s Last-Ditch Effort to Unseat Susan Collins in Maine Senate Race
Maine's Senate race heats up as Troy Jackson scrambles to defeat incumbent Susan Collins, facing time and fundraising challenges.
POLICY WIRE — Scarborough, Maine — With just over 100 days until the November election, Democratic candidate Troy Jackson is working tirelessly to unseat five-term Republican Senator Susan Collins. Despite a late start, Jackson has been holding town halls across the state, contrasting with Collins’ more traditional campaign approach.
Jackson, who became the Democratic nominee after former candidate Graham Platner dropped out due to allegations of sexual assault, faces an uphill battle against Collins, who has strong support from the national Republican Party and a significant fundraising advantage. However, Jackson’s direct and genuine approach has resonated with some voters, including 70-year-old Debbe Kelley, who says she believes Jackson is a better fighter for Maine than Collins.
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With the first of four scheduled debates between the two candidates approaching, Jackson’s campaign is focusing on grassroots outreach and progressive issues such as expanding public healthcare and abolishing Immigration and Customs Enforcement. However, his campaign is at a big money disadvantage, with Collins having raised over $18 million by June, compared to Jackson’s $7 million since becoming the nominee.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
