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Graham Platner’s Nazi Tattoo Sparks Democratic Nominee Controversy

5/31/2026

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Amy Gertner felt betrayed after sharing private details with a campaign staffer.
Amy Gertner told Graham Platner’s campaign in 2025 that he sent sexual messages to other women but counseling strengthened their marriage.
Graham Platner, the presumptive Democratic nominee after Governor Janet Mills withdrew, faced criticism for past internet comments, a Nazi-like tattoo he covered, and attributes his earlier controversial views to PTSD and a hyper-masculine military environment.

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Amy Gertner felt betrayed after sharing private details with a campaign staffer.
Amy Gertner told Graham Platner’s campaign in 2025 that he sent sexual messages to other women but counseling strengthened their marriage.
Graham Platner, the presumptive Democratic nominee after Governor Janet Mills withdrew, faced criticism for past internet comments, a Nazi-like tattoo he covered, and attributes his earlier controversial views to PTSD and a hyper-masculine military environment.