Source: Fox News
Summary
Sen. Bernie Sanders continues to support Maine Senate Democratic candidate Graham Platner despite multiple scandals, including a Nazi-style tattoo, old Reddit posts, a sexting scandal, and a profile on the anonymous app Kik. Platner’s campaign has been plagued by controversy, but Sanders believes he is the right candidate to take on Sen. Susan Collins in November. Democrats are standing by Platner, with Sen. Ruben Gallego saying that voters will decide his fate. Republicans are criticizing the Democrats for supporting a candidate with so much baggage.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Bernie Sanders stands by Graham Platner, despite the scandals. Platner’s controversies are seen as a result of his stance against billionaires. Sanders believes Platner will fight for healthcare and fair taxes. Platner’s PR woes began with a Nazi-style tattoo, and have continued with old Reddit posts and a sexting scandal. Republicans are criticizing the Democrats for supporting Platner. The goal for Sanders and other Democrats is to beat Sen. Susan Collins in November.
It’s business as usual in the campaign trail, where scandals are just another obstacle to overcome.
Author: Evan Null
