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Jackson holds edge over Collins in Maine Senate race: Poll

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Maine Democratic Senate candidate Troy Jackson is narrowly leading Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) in the race for her seat, according to a new survey. In the AARP poll, 50 percent of respondents said they would "definitely" or “probably” cast their ballot for Jackson if the election occurred that day …

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  1. Just the News

    Collins reclaims lead in Maine Senate race: Polls (opens Just the News)

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    Notably, none of the three most recent surveys show Jackson leading the contest.

  2. Bangor Daily News

    Troy Jackson ahead of Susan Collins in AARP poll, but she’s dominating swing voters (opens Bangor Daily News)

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    Collins’ hold on ticket-splitters keeps her within striking distance in a terrible year for President Donald Trump and Republicans.

  3. Portland Press Herald

    Older Mainers leaning toward Susan Collins in US Senate race, AARP poll shows (opens Portland Press Herald)

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    Democrat Troy Jackson led Maine's senior senator by 3 points among all voters, which was within the margin of error.

  4. The Hill

    Jackson holds edge over Collins in Maine Senate race: Poll (opens The Hill)

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    Maine Democratic Senate candidate Troy Jackson is narrowly leading Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) in the race for her seat, according to a new survey. In the AARP poll, 50 percent of respondents said they would "definitely" or “probably” cast their ballot for Jackson if the election occurred that day …