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Democrats want a Platner replacement
Democrats in Maine are seeking to replace Senate nominee Graham Platner after a woman accused him of sexual assault. The state party may select a new candidate by July 27 if Platner quits by July 13, with potential replacements including Nirav Shah, Jordan Wood, and Troy Jackson. Our Revolution and Sen. Bernie Sanders have urged Platner to step down.
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