Maine Democrat
Coverage of Maine Democrat in the Nexus archive.
- Platner’s advisers urged him to go out with ‘gratitude.’ He led with grievance.
Graham Platner, a Maine Democrat, refused to adopt a conciliatory tone when ending his Senate campaign despite advisers' urging. He released a defiant video denying sexual assault allegations and blaming establishment Democrats for his political downfall, leading to a shift in Democratic campaign resources after his exit.
- Graham Platner drops out of Maine Senate race after sexual assault accusation
Graham Platner withdrew from the Maine Senate race following a sexual assault accusation. The article notes his status as a Maine Democrat and U.S. Senate candidate in York, Maine.
- The Memo: Platner debacle inflames factional turmoil among Democrats
A credible rape allegation against Graham Platner is likely to end his Senate campaign, despite his denial. The situation is intensifying tensions within the Democratic Party.
- Graham Platner has six days to decide whether to drop out. Here’s how that would work.
Graham Platner has six days to decide whether to drop out of a Senate race. He faces an escalating string of scandals while competing for a Senate seat that could influence the chamber's control.