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Troy Jackson's Partner Criticizes Susan Collins for Family Attacks
Troy Jackson's partner accuses Susan Collins of 'upsetting' family attacks during Maine Senate race.
In brief
Troy Jackson's partner accuses Susan Collins of 'upsetting' family attacks during Maine Senate race. Troy Jackson's partner Lana Pelletier says Susan Collins targeted her family with personal attacks in Maine Senate race. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Lana Pelletier's Criticism
Troy Jackson's partner Lana Pelletier accuses Susan Collins of launching 'upsetting' attacks on her family during the Maine Senate race.
“I never imagined U.S. Sen. Susan Collins and her allies would stoop this low”
Collins' Campaign Response
Collins has distanced herself from ads attacking Jackson, including one calling him a 'creep'.
Family Relationship Claims
Collins mentioned reports Jackson's partner is his cousin, claiming they share great-grandparents.
“I'm not going to bring up the fact that the mother of his two children is his second cousin”
Opposition Attacks
Senate Leadership Fund ran satirical ad calling Jackson a 'freak' with 'two kids with his cousin'.
Jackson's Accusations
Jackson accused Collins of profiting from Iran war and criticized her husband's ties to defense contractors.
Polling Results
Jackson has 66% chance of winning Senate seat but Collins has overcome past polling disadvantages.
The big picture
Troy Jackson's partner Lana Pelletier says Susan Collins targeted her family with personal attacks in Maine Senate race.
