Episode
What Maine Voters Really Think About Graham Platner and Susan Collins
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- Next Up with Mark Halperin
- Published
- Jun 20, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 2379
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- https://www.siriusxm.com
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Summary
In this special bonus episode, Mark Halperin sits down with a focus group of Maine voters to get beyond the polls and hear how they are really thinking about one of the most critical midterm races in the country. Voters share their candid views on Susan Collins, Graham Platner, and the issues shaping their decisions as the race increasingly draws national attention. Their answers are often surprising and provide a window into the national mood about electability, integrity, experience, and the desire for change. Follow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperin Connect with Mark Halperin on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/markhalperin Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d