Troy Jackson: the Maine lumberjack Democrats believe can beat Susan Collins
Summary
Democrats in Maine are set to nominate Troy Jackson, a former Maine state senate president and lumberjack, to run against Republican Senator Susan Collins in the upcoming midterm election. Jackson replaces the original Democratic candidate who withdrew amid sexual assault allegations, giving him less than four months to campaign.Key Facts
- Troy Jackson is a fifth-generation logger from northern Maine.
- He was president of the Maine state senate until 2024.
- The original Democratic candidate, Graham Platner, withdrew due to sexual assault accusations he denies.
- Jackson began his political career as a Republican, later ran as an independent, and became a Democrat in 2004.
- He supports progressive policies like Medicare for All and ending ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement).
- Jackson led a protest in the 1990s against hiring Canadian workers, highlighting his labor roots.
- He is seen as a working-class champion with a straightforward style, contrasting with polished politicians.
- Jackson was involved in Bernie Sanders’ 2016 presidential campaign in Maine, showing ties to the progressive left.
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