Troy Jackson: From logging to legislating

By: Pine State Politics

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: May 1, 2026

Words: 156

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago


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Democratic candidate Troy Jackson, a fifth-generation logger and former Maine Senate president, lays out a working‑class agenda centered on economic security for Mainers. He focuses on lowering everyday costs and raising wages through stronger labor protections and unions, tackling healthcare costs, addressing the housing crisis, and improving childcare and education.

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