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‘White men get to fail’: Graham Platner collapse illuminates toxic double standard in US politics
Graham Platner, a military veteran turned oyster farmer, faced political collapse after controversies including racist, sexist, and homophobic online posts, a Nazi symbol tattoo, and allegations of misconduct. His support declined following accusations of rape, which he denied, despite earlier momentum fueled by perceived authenticity among Democrats.
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