Troy JacksonDemocraticTroy Jackson grew up in Aroostook County, a poor kid in a town full of poor kids. His mom was 16 when he was born. His dad was a logger, like his dad, and his dad before him. When Troy was in 7th grade, he saw his first strike. His dad and his fellow loggers were standing up to a wealthy landowner who thought he could U.S. Senators represent their entire state in Congress, serving six-year terms. They confirm judges, approve treaties, and vote on federal laws.
In the general election, the candidates who advanced face off and the winner takes office.