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Maine Public Debate

The #MESen primary debate - July 6, 2020

Tune in now to ’s Democratic primary debate at . I’m excited to share my vision for Maine and how I will be a senator who works for Mainers—not special interests.

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Mainers have come together to support each other through the coronavirus pandemic, but unfortunately Trump & Republicans have allowed partisan bickering to get in the way of progress and allowed special interests and big corporations to step to the front of the line.

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Senator Collins cast a decisive vote for the GOP tax bill, which led to the lawsuit threatening the ACA. I’ve worked to pass protections for Mainers with pre-existing conditions and cap the cost of insulin. This is the kind of leadership Mainers need in Washington.

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We have a legacy of racism in our country that manifests itself in everything from health care to education. Whether we’re talking about the racial disparities in COVID cases or police brutality, it’s clear that we need change, and I’m committed to doing that work.

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Climate change is one of the most urgent challenges of our lifetime, and we need to take immediate action. In Maine, we’ve taken bold steps and set an example for states across the country. I’m proud to be endorsed by and .

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As Speaker, I led the Legislature to pass the most aggressive goals our state has ever seen for reducing carbon emissions and increasing renewable energy production, and taking bold & immediate action on climate change will be one of my top priorities in the Senate.

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Our student debt crisis forces young people to make impossible financial decisions. I helped pass the Maine Student Bill of Rights to protect against predatory student loan lenders and have worked to make community college & vocational education more accessible.

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From lowering the cost of prescription drugs to holding drug companies accountable for their role in the opioid crisis, Maine needs a senator who will stand up to the pharmaceutical industry—not do their bidding.

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No one should have to choose between buying groceries or paying for insulin. That’s why I worked in the State House to cap the cost of insulin and hold pharmaceutical companies accountable.

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Maine’s lobstermen and women are stewards of our waters, and they’re willing to make sacrifices to protect natural resources. We owe it to them to ensure that when we ask them to make these sacrifices, the solution is one that will actually get at the problem.

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Senator Collins has been a key part of Trump’s efforts to pack the courts with far-right judges. Reproductive rights, civil rights & health care are on the line because of her votes. As senator, I will only vote to confirm qualified nominees who respect precedent.

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As Maine’s Speaker, I removed the aisle so that Democrats and Republicans now sit together. Bipartisanship is how we get things done, whether in Augusta or Washington.

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Thanks for watching tonight’s debate. I’m ready to be a senator who works for Mainers—not special interests, and who will always put Maine first. Join our campaign at .

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Very excited for to bring her unwavering climate leadership to the U.S. Senate!

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We are blessed to have good candidates step up to run for U.S. Senate in , but is ready for the fight ahead and I am proud to support her in this race!

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“Standing up for what’s right and getting things done—it’s not what we're seeing in Washington today, and it’s why I’m running for U.S. Senate.” Proud to work for . Watch 's debate here:

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Emphatic support for our lobstermen and lobsterwomen from . I’d want Sara fighting for Maine’s lobster industry in the U.S. Senate. No doubt about it. 🦞🦞🦞🦞🦞

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Of all the things has led on, health care is one of the most impressive: ➡️ codified protections in state law for Mainers w/ pre-existing conditions ➡️ championed Medicaid expansion ➡️ passed Rx drug reforms to crack down on high prices

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From Gardiner to Harrington to West Bath, has traveled across the state to take questions from Mainers at . We’re continuing that tradition with our virtual town halls -- 11 and counting!

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I am proud to support , a literal town hall queen, who -- between and our virtual town halls -- has held 30+ in-person & virtual events where Mainers can ask questions & hear from her directly!

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organizing in rural northern maine, you hear from a lot of people who feel ignored and left behind by politicians. that’s why i’m *so* proud to work for , a candidate who’s been from Skowhegan to Dover-Foxcroft to Presque Isle, listening to all Mainers

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Looking forward to watching Maine's next senator, , in just a few mins!

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