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Maine Democrats Rush to Replace Graham Platner Amid Controversy

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The Democratic Party in Maine is facing a chaotic internal election to find a replacement for Graham Platner, who stepped down following serious allegations of sexual assault, which he denies. With a critical Senate seat at stake, over 600 delegates will gather on July 25 to vote for a new candidate, with a deadline of July 27 to submit the replacement's name for the ballot. At least eight candidates are scrambling to secure necessary signatures and delegate support, reflecting the urgency of the situation. The party has already received over 5,500 requests from Democrats wanting to participate in the delegate selection process, highlighting the intense interest and stakes involved in this election.

Key Details: • Delegates will vote on July 25 in Bangor, Maine. • Candidates must submit 500 signatures by July 24, including 50 from eight different counties. • The deadline to submit the replacement candidate's name is July 27. • The first debate is scheduled for July 20.

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