Platner's Maine supporters say Trump has lowered the bar
The Washington Post • • nation
Key Points:
- In Maine, supporters of Senate candidate Platner argue that with Donald Trump in office and control of the Senate at stake, prioritizing "purity politics" is counterproductive.
- Some liberal voters and lawmakers contend that Trump’s controversial past lowered the standards for political candidates, influencing their willingness to overlook past behaviors.
- The focus is on the high stakes of flipping Senate control to Democrats, seen as essential to providing a check on President Trump’s power.
- This perspective highlights a strategic choice among Democrats to prioritize electoral victory over scrutinizing candidates' personal histories.