Summary
Graham Platner's campaign for Maine Senate is experiencing changes as his campaign manager, Kevin Brown, resigns shortly after starting the job. The decision comes amid controversies over Platner's past social media posts and a tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol, which he has since covered up.
Key Facts
- Kevin Brown resigned as campaign manager for Graham Platner after a few days.
- Brown cited personal reasons, including expecting a baby, for stepping down.
- Platner has faced backlash for past controversial social media posts and a tattoo.
- The tattoo resembled a Nazi symbol, which Platner has covered up.
- Platner is a military veteran who apologized for the offensive comments.
- The Maine Democratic Senate primary is between party traditionalists and progressives.
- Progressive Sen. Bernie Sanders supports Platner despite the controversies.
- Polls show Platner leading or close to rival Janet Mills in the Maine race.
