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Democratic Candidate Platner Regrets Past Comments Ahead of Election

3/26/2026

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Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate, addressed past sexual assault comments in a recent interview.
He expressed regret for remarks from over a decade ago, attributing them to struggles after combat deployments.
Platner emphasized growth and Maine ties, with the election set for June 9.
He is endorsed by Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren in the Democratic primary against Governor Janet Mills.

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Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate, addressed past sexual assault comments in a recent interview.
He expressed regret for remarks from over a decade ago, attributing them to struggles after combat deployments.
Platner emphasized growth and Maine ties, with the election set for June 9.
He is endorsed by Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren in the Democratic primary against Governor Janet Mills.