ME-Senate 2024: Return of the King?

[GALeftist]

I have a hunch that Golden would move significantly left in the Senate knowing that he doesn't have to win ME-02 outright anymore, just get a decent showing to be guaranteed victory in any environment. Not my first choice though, we have safer options. However, I will say that I think whoever we run should really be from ME-02.

[GALeftist]

What makes people think Troy Jackson is a particularly strong candidate?

1. Just won a LePage+12 seat by 5 in an age with historically low ticket splitting against a pretty credible opponent 2. From ME-02; preventing Collins-style domination of that area is key for consistent D victories on the state level

EDIT: Also, re: Golden, I learned recently that he ruled out running for Senate at least in 2024; I think he may take a break from politics then to focus on his family. He may mount a comeback bid when Collins decides to retire

[GALeftist]

Safe I.