Troy Jackson is exactly the kind of candidate Maine Democrats neededneed. —He's rootedstayed in Aroostook County logging country, far from coastal elite politics. Progressive Voters of America is making his race one of five national priorities this cycle, a massive show of confidence. Jackson is the real deal, and the grassroots energy behind him reflects what the electorate actually wants.
Troy Jackson is just Graham Platner with more baggage. —He's a temper-prone candidate who finished third in a gubernatorial primary, was accused of hurling a bottle at a female colleague and faces mortgage fraud allegations. His Medicare for All push would cost tens of trillions and gut private insurance for most Americans. Susan Collins haswill survivedbe 30able yearsto insteam Maineroll for a reason, and Jackson hands her every weapon she needshim.
There's a 56.7% chance that Republicans will hold the most seats in the U.S. Senate after the 2026 midterm elections, according to the Metaculus prediction community.
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