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Graham Platner ends Maine Senate campaign

Maine Dem Senate Nominee Drops Out Amid Assault Claims

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    Graham Platner's exit from the Maine Senate race exposes a Democratic Party that backed a deeply flawed candidate despite glaring red flags. Bernie Sanders and other Democrats who endorsed Platner owe Maine voters a serious apology for championing someone with abuse allegations, a tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol and a rape accusation. Maine deserves better than a candidate whose entire legacy is being pushed out over credible misconduct claims.

    Platner stepping aside is the right call, but Democrats must make sure voters — not party insiders — choose his replacement if the party wants any credibility heading into November. The allegations are appalling and disqualifying, and Jenny Racicot and survivors deserve to be heard. Winning back the Senate matters, but it has to be done with a candidate Maine can actually be proud of.


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