Graham Platner Runs for Senate in Maine
Introduction
Graham Platner is a Democrat. He wants to win a seat in the US Senate in Maine. He is fighting against Susan Collins.
Main Body
Mr. Platner wants free healthcare for everyone. He wants the US military to stop fighting in other countries. He says he will protest and go to jail if he does not get his way. Mr. Platner has some problems. He had a Nazi tattoo on his skin. He says he did not know the meaning of the tattoo. He also wrote bad things online about race and violence. He said he is sorry. Susan Collins is a powerful leader. She has a lot of experience in the government. Many people in Maine like her, even if they do not like her party.
Conclusion
The election is between a new, radical man and a powerful, experienced woman.
Learning
⚡ The 'Wants' Pattern
In this text, we see a very useful way to talk about goals and desires using the word want.
The Rule: When you want a thing, it is simple:
- He wants free healthcare. (Person + wants + thing)
When you want someone to do something, it changes:
- He wants the military to stop fighting. (Person + wants + other person + to + action)
🛠️ Word Power: Describing People
Look at how the article describes the two people. You can use these pairs to describe anyone in your life:
| New/Radical | Powerful/Experienced | |
|---|---|---|
| Someone who wants change | Someone who knows the job |
Quick Tip: Use "has a lot of experience" when you want to say someone is good at their job because they have done it for a long time.