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DSCC Backs 77-Year-Old Mills Amid Age Criticism

10/17/2025

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Mills Launches Senate Campaign

The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC) backed Maine Governor Janet Mills for the Senate, drawing criticism over her age and establishment ties.
Mills, 77, is described as mirroring President Biden's candidacy, prompting calls for other Democrats.
Mills announced her campaign, emphasizing her commitment to fight Donald Trump and Republican Senator Susan Collins, with the race set for November 3, 2026 and a primary on June 9.

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Mamdani Reshapes Campaign

Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic Socialist, after winning the New York City mayoral primary, reshapes his campaign by engaging business leaders and moderating stances to broaden his coalition.
He maintains a controversial pledge to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu, while focusing on uniting South Asian and Arab communities.
Some establishment Democrats remain skeptical, fearing his approach could alienate moderate voters.
Mamdani emphasizes that he will not retreat into the shadows of political intimidation.

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Mills Launches Senate Campaign

The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC) backed Maine Governor Janet Mills for the Senate, drawing criticism over her age and establishment ties.
Mills, 77, is described as mirroring President Biden's candidacy, prompting calls for other Democrats.
Mills announced her campaign, emphasizing her commitment to fight Donald Trump and Republican Senator Susan Collins, with the race set for November 3, 2026 and a primary on June 9.

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