Global Politics Report Editorial
Susan Collins Criticizes Rival’s ‘Oh, Shut Up’ Comment as ‘Very Telling’
Ms. Collins, a Republican running in a crucial race, said the debate remark by Troy Jackson reflected how he treated women. Mr. Jackson defended his comment.
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Source: The New York Times
Politics desk: Policy
Published: Oct. 17, 2026 at 05:07 PM ET
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Original source: The New York Times