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Sanders Backs Platner's Bold Challenge to Collins in Maine

8/31/2025

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Sen. Bernie Sanders endorsed Graham Platner, a progressive candidate running against Republican Sen. Susan Collins in Maine.
Platner, an oyster farmer and veteran, focuses on class inequality and Democratic Party dissatisfaction.
He raised $1 million in nine days and criticized Collins for her controversial votes.
Protests against Collins have increased, reflecting constituents' frustrations.

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Story summary

Sen. Bernie Sanders endorsed Graham Platner, a progressive candidate running against Republican Sen. Susan Collins in Maine.
Platner, an oyster farmer and veteran, focuses on class inequality and Democratic Party dissatisfaction.
He raised $1 million in nine days and criticized Collins for her controversial votes.
Protests against Collins have increased, reflecting constituents' frustrations.