Obama endorses Jackson as Maine Senate race enters final stretch
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The former president’s endorsement gives Troy Jackson another prominent Democratic backer as he seeks to unseat five-term Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
Former President Barack Obama endorsed Troy Jackson in Maine’s Senate race , wading into a key battleground in the fight for control of the chamber as Democrats seek to unseat five-term Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
In a new video released by Jackson’s campaign, Obama highlighted the Democrat’s working-class background and legislative record, portraying him as an advocate for Mainers struggling with high costs.
“Troy Jackson is running to be your next senator, and I’m proud to be on board,” Obama said.
Obama pointed to Jackson’s efforts in the Maine Legislature to increase wages, reduce prescription drug costs, expand access to school meals and protect abortion rights.
“In this economy, we need a fighter like Troy, a fifth-generation logger,” Obama said. “Troy worked 80 hours a week and still struggled to get by.”
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