Portland Press Herald
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- Patrick Dempsey shuts down Maine Senate buzz as Democrats weigh a replacement
Patrick Dempsey confirmed he will not run for a Maine Senate seat, ending speculation about his potential candidacy. He wrote in the Portland Press Herald that he believes his current life allows him to contribute more effectively than through congressional service. Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee, paused his campaign amid a sexual assault allegation.
- Patrick Dempsey shuts down Maine Senate buzz as Democrats weigh a replacement
Actor Patrick Dempsey announced he will not run for a Maine Senate seat, ending speculation about his candidacy to replace Democratic nominee Graham Platner. Platner has paused his campaign amid a sexual assault accusation, and Dempsey stated he can contribute more effectively through his existing work rather than seeking public office.
- Patrick Dempsey shuts down Maine Senate buzz as Democrats weigh a replacement
Patrick Dempsey confirmed he will not run for a Maine Senate seat, ending speculation about his candidacy. The decision comes as embattled Democratic nominee Graham Platner has paused his campaign amid sexual assault allegations. Dempsey emphasized his belief that his current life's work allows more effective contributions than political office.
- Patrick Dempsey shuts down Maine Senate buzz as Democrats weigh a replacement
Patrick Dempsey confirmed he will not run for a Maine Senate seat, ending speculation about his candidacy. Democratic nominee Graham Platner has paused his campaign amid sexual assault allegations. Dempsey emphasized the need for meaningful change on issues like housing, healthcare, and education but declined to endorse any replacement candidate.
- Is McDreamy eyeing a Senate run in Maine? Patrick Dempsey reveals decision
Patrick Dempsey, a Maine native, announced he will not run for U.S. Senate in Maine, despite being considered a potential candidate due to uncertainty in Graham Platner's campaign. Dempsey expressed concern about the country's direction but decided against seeking office, stating he can contribute more through his current life. Platner faces allegations of sexual assault, which he denies.
- Platner called PTSD excuse 'bulls---' in 2020 post, now cites his own struggle to explain online controversies
Graham Platner, a Democrat Senate candidate, faces criticism for past social media posts justifying political violence and insulting law enforcement, despite citing his struggle with PTSD as an explanation. Platner had previously called using PTSD as an excuse for bad behavior 'bulls---' in a 2020 post. He is running against Sen. Susan Collins in the midterm elections.