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Maine politician Troy Jackson apologizes for comments on Jewish Mainers

Original: Troy Jackson says he’s sorry for comments on Jewish Mainers’ views on Gaza war

Troy Jackson, a Maine Democratic politician and former state Senate president, has apologized for remarks about Jewish Mainers' views on the Gaza war. He expressed regret over the comments, which drew criticism for touching on the attitudes of Jewish residents toward Israel's military campaign. The apology comes amid heightened sensitivity around rhetoric on the Israel-Hamas conflict in US politics.

Why now: His remarks touched on Jewish views of the Gaza war, a sensitive topic drawing public scrutiny and prompting an apology.

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• Troy Jackson says he’s sorry for comments on Jewish Mainers’ views on Gaza war · Portland Press Herald - Maine Sunday Telegram

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