Hot Takes: Democrats Double Down and Inject the 'Copium' As the Latest Graham Platner Scandal Unravels
Maine Democrat Senate candidate Graham Platner faces multiple scandals, including a Nazi tattoo and a history of racist comments. Despite these controversies, he remains supported by some within the Democratic Party. His wife, Amy Gertner, has publicly defended him, even producing an apology video amid the fallout.
- ▪Graham Platner has been linked to a Nazi tattoo and a history of racist and antisemitic remarks.
- ▪His wife, Amy Gertner, has defended him publicly, despite the scandals surrounding his character.
- ▪Democratic politicians, including Rep. Ro Khanna, continue to support Platner ahead of the Maine primary.
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Hot Takes: Democrats Double Down and Inject the 'Copium' As the Latest Graham Platner Scandal Unravels By Jennifer Oliver O'Connell | 8:00 AM on May 31, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty As my colleagues Brad Slager and Ben Smith reported on Saturday, Maine Democrat Senate candidate Graham Platner is the oppo gift that keeps on giving. Thus far, Platner has explained away a Nazi "Totenkopf" tattoo, tried to dodge a history of racist and antisemitic Reddit screeds, dissed two military heroes, and appears to be aroused by portable toilets. Yet, he still has not been disqualified by the Democrats, and whoever in Maine is still supporting him.
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