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Bernie-backed socialist who allied with Platner could supplant him on ballot
Graham Platner faces pressure to end his Senate campaign after rape allegations, while Troy Jackson filed paperwork to potentially replace him. Democratic leaders and progressive groups have withdrawn support from Platner, and Jackson's candidacy is linked to his ties with Bernie Sanders and Our Revolution.
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