Several Women Who Dated Graham Platner Recall ‘Unsettling’ Behavior
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Graham Platner, Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, faced rumors and scrutiny over reports of sending sexual messages to women while married, prompting concern among Democratic senators and media attention.
- Amid the controversy, Platner contacted ex-girlfriends seeking support, with some women describing him as a caring and safe partner in interviews with The New York Times.
- However, three other former romantic partners portrayed Platner's relationships as volatile and toxic, citing emotional distress, heavy drinking, infidelity, and at least one instance of physical threat.
- The contrasting accounts highlight a complex and troubled personal history that has overshadowed Platner's political campaign.