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It’s not me, it’s them: Platner goes down snarling with graceless exit video
The Guardian • • general
Key Points:
- Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, suspended his campaign following allegations of sexual assault by a former partner, which he denies.
- In a 11-minute video statement, Platner blamed establishment Democrats and the media for his downfall, portraying himself as a victim of a political conspiracy rather than addressing the accusations directly.
- His announcement was criticized for lacking accountability and sympathy for the accusers, with political commentators and groups like Emily’s List expressing disappointment in his response.
- Platner framed his suspension as necessary for the movement to continue, urging supporters to keep fighting despite the setback.
- Former President Donald Trump publicly supported Platner by questioning the credibility of the accuser, drawing parallels between their political styles.
