In the highly anticipated Senate race in Maine, Graham Platner, an oyster farmer and veteran, is gaining significant support from Democratic senators. Platner’s campaign is gaining momentum as several key Democratic figures, including Senator Bernie Sanders and Martin Heinrich, have publicly praised his efforts and endorsed his candidacy. The race is expected to be a critical test for Democrats, who are looking to flip the Senate majority after years of struggling to defeat Senator Susan Collins. The decision on whether to support Platner over the experienced governor Janet Mills could have far-reaching implications for the outcome of the race and the broader political landscape.