Troy Jackson Has No Regrets Telling Susan Collins To ‘Shut Up’
Summary
Maine Senate candidates Troy Jackson and Susan Collins had a heated debate before the November 3 election, where Jackson told Collins to “shut up” during a campaign interruption. Jackson said he does not regret the comment and denied arranging the disruption, while Collins criticized his quick retort and past behavior.Key Facts
- Troy Jackson is the Democratic candidate challenging Republican Senator Susan Collins in Maine.
- During a debate, when a protester interrupted Collins, Jackson told her to “shut up.”
- Jackson said he did not know the protester and denied setting up the interruption.
- Collins called Jackson’s response “very telling” and mentioned his reputation for losing his temper, especially with women.
- Jackson said his campaign and family have faced attacks with false claims from groups supporting Collins.
- Polls show a close race, with Jackson slightly ahead in some recent surveys.
- Jackson replaced the original Democratic candidate after a controversy in the primary.
- Collins has in the past overcome polling disadvantages to win elections.
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