Summary
Senator Bernie Sanders continues to support Graham Platner, a Maine Senate candidate, despite controversies over past online comments and a tattoo with controversial imagery. Platner has apologized and altered the tattoo. Sanders emphasizes Platner's experience and character, while opposing Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, who supports another candidate.
Key Facts
- Bernie Sanders supports Graham Platner for the Maine Senate race.
- Platner faced criticism over old online posts and a tattoo resembling controversial imagery.
- Platner apologized for past comments and changed the tattoo.
- Sanders opposes Chuck Schumer, who backs Maine Gov. Janet Mills for the Senate.
- Democrats need to win in Maine to improve chances in the 2026 midterm elections.
- Platner's political director resigned after the controversies.
- Schumer publicly supports Gov. Mills as the best candidate against Sen. Susan Collins.
