New poll shows Platner leading Collins in general election match-up

By: Lauren McCauley

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: May 20, 2026

Words: 873

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 5 days ago

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With airwaves already packed with ads focused on the November midterm race between Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins and presumptive Democratic nominee Graham Platner, a new survey shows the political newcomer up seven points against Maine’s senior senator.

The latest Pan Atlantic Research Survey was conducted May 8-18 — just over a week after Gov. Janet Mills suspended her campaign for the Democratic primary to challenge Collins. Platner still faces longshot candidates

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