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Democrats Seek 601 Delegates to Replace Platner, Jackson Courts Progressives

7/15/2026

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Democrats must assemble 601 delegates for a July 25, 2026 convention to replace Graham Platner after his withdrawal.
Former Senate President Troy Jackson is courting progressives with universal health care, billionaire taxes, and an end to wars.
Rep. Ro Khanna endorses Jackson while Senators Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, Tammy Duckworth, and Dick Durbin withhold support.
Nirav Shah and Shenna Bellows have mobilized volunteers to gather the required 500 signatures and recruit delegates.

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Democrats must assemble 601 delegates for a July 25, 2026 convention to replace Graham Platner after his withdrawal.
Former Senate President Troy Jackson is courting progressives with universal health care, billionaire taxes, and an end to wars.
Rep. Ro Khanna endorses Jackson while Senators Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, Tammy Duckworth, and Dick Durbin withhold support.
Nirav Shah and Shenna Bellows have mobilized volunteers to gather the required 500 signatures and recruit delegates.