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Maine Democrats Hope to Replace Platner as Senate Nominee. Has That Ever Worked?

Source: The New York Times Published Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:06:36 +0000
Maine Democrats Hope to Replace Platner as Senate Nominee. Has That Ever Worked?

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Key context: Alan Keyes, right, was a replacement Senate nominee in Illinois in 2004 after the winner of the Republican primary withdrew amid scandal. He lost to Barack Obama by 43 points. This development from The New York Times highlights ongoing changes in the sector.

Alan Keyes, right, was a replacement Senate nominee in Illinois in 2004 after the winner of the Republican primary withdrew amid scandal. He lost to Barack Obama by 43 points.

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