Calls Grow for Graham Platner to Drop Out After Sexual Assault Allegation The collapse of Graham Platner's US Senate candidacy in Maine is the latest manifestation of a disturbing trend: progressive politics defined by the personal conduct of those who carry its banner.
The Democrat, already embroiled in controversy over his Nazi linked tattoo and previous social media outbursts, now faces allegations of sexual assault that have prompted several prominent Democratic figures to call for his withdrawal.
The accusations against Platner, leveled by Jenny Racicot, a woman he previously dated, are harrowing. According to her account, Platner forced himself on her in 2021 after becoming intoxicated.