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Maine is one of the major battleground states in the fight for control of the U.S. Senate this November, and in Democratic candidate Troy Jackson's hometown, voters are divided. MS NOW's Chris Jansing visited the small town of 234 people, which is showing just how neck-and-neck the race is less than a month out from the midterm elections.

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From related AMERICANALMANAC (Jonah Adams): Troy Jackson's own hometown can't agree on whether he deserves a Senate seat
What is the statistical challenge Troy Jackson faces regarding voter turnout in Aroostook County?
Jackson faces an uphill climb in rural areas; in 2020, Jackson won 59 percent of his state Senate district, whereas Susan Collins carried Aroostook County with more than 67 percent of the vote.
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From related AMERICANALMANAC (Jonah Adams): Troy Jackson's own hometown can't agree on whether he deserves a Senate seat
What are the specific economic and demographic characteristics of Jackson's hometown, Allagash?
Allagash is described as a tiny, one-road hamlet of roughly 200 people located near the Canadian border. The economy has faced decline for decades and relies partly on hunting, canoeing, and snowmobiling. The town lacks cell service in half the area and radio reception consists mostly of French-language stations from Quebec.
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From related AMERICANALMANAC (Jonah Adams): Troy Jackson's own hometown can't agree on whether he deserves a Senate seat
Why is the identity of Troy Jackson as a logger significant to his Senate campaign?
Jackson uses his identity as a working-class logger from Aroostook County as the centerpiece of his campaign to attract rural voters. However, critics and former local officials, such as Karie Kelly and town manager Nola Begin, have questioned the authenticity of this brand, suggesting he has been focused on his career in Augusta for many years and has been absent from community functions.
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From related AMERICANALMANAC (Jonah Adams): Troy Jackson's own hometown can't agree on whether he deserves a Senate seat
How did the 2023 local election in Allagash, Maine, affect Troy Jackson's reputation in his hometown?
In 2023, Jackson ran for first selectperson in Allagash but lost to Republican Karie Kelly with a vote of 78 to 70. Jackson requested a recount, which resulted in a final margin of 77 to 71 in favor of Kelly. The subsequent election contest, which involved allegations of ballot tampering and pressure from Jackson's supporters, led to Kelly resigning from office months into her term.
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From related AMERICANALMANAC (Jonah Adams): Troy Jackson's own hometown can't agree on whether he deserves a Senate seat
What is the political history of Troy Jackson in the Maine Legislature?
Troy Jackson served two decades in the Maine Legislature and has held the position of state Senate president.
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From related AMERICANALMANAC (Jonah Adams): Troy Jackson's own hometown can't agree on whether he deserves a Senate seat
Who is the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate in Maine, and whom is he running against?
Troy Jackson is the Democratic nominee running for a U.S. Senate seat against incumbent Susan Collins. Jackson, a 58-year-old former logger, replaced Graham Platner as the nominee after Platner dropped out of the race in July following a sexual assault allegation that he denies.
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Why is the Maine Senate race considered a must-watch race for Democrats?
It is a must-win race if Democrats hope to take back control of the Senate.
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Who is the Democratic candidate for the Maine Senate race mentioned in the article?
Troy Jackson is the Democratic candidate, who replaced Graham Platner as the Democratic nominee.
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