Maine Senate Debate Centers on Heating Oil Costs; Over Half of Households Heat With Oil
Candidates in Maine's U.S. Senate race debated on Oct. 13, with incumbent Sen. Susan Collins and challenger Jackson clashing over heating oil prices and other household costs, according to U.S. media reports.
Maine, in the Northeast, faces severe winters. State data show about 52% of Maine households rely on heating oil as their primary heating fuel, and heating oil prices are up roughly 80% from a year ago, pushing up winter heating bills and making energy costs a leading issue in the race.
During the debate, the candidates laid out their positions on the causes of energy prices and on state and federal responses, and discussed heating assistance programs for low-income households.
The debate was hosted by WABI television in Maine. Collins, a Republican, is the incumbent senator; Jackson is her Democratic challenger. The general election is in November.
Published by GSM · USA (original Chinese edition)
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