Maine’s primary results present candidates for Governor and district offices, while the country keeps close watch on the Senate race.
Incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins ran uncontested, securing the Republican nomination for the Maine Senate race. Platner defeated Gov. Janet Mills for the Democratic nomination. Collins and Platner will face each other in a series of debates leading up to November.
The polls show signs of Collins gaining popularity, or rather, of Platner losing it. The difference is now minimal between Platner and Collins, with Platner leading by just over two points in many unofficial rankings. (Related: Susan Collins’ Favorability Rises Amid Platner’s Scandals)
Leading up to the November race, the Senate candidates are expected to draw nearly $400 million in advertising. Maine remains a pivotal state for the Senate majority, explaining why both Democrats and Republicans continue to vie for the seat. (Related: Graham Platner Causes Division In The Democratic Party)
The long-awaited results from the ranked-choice voting finally arrived. The gubernatorial primary presents Republican candidate former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Bobby Charles and Democratic candidate former Speaker of the Maine House Hannah Pingree.
Platner and Collins campaign in sharply different ways, and voters’ choices in November could reshape the landscape not only in Maine but across the country.
