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# The People Who Stood By Graham Platner — Until He Was Accused of Rape

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**Published:** July 8, 2026  
**Original:** https://theintercept.com/2026/07/07/graham-platner-maine-senate-democrats-midterms/  

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## Overview

Democratic strategist Adam Carlson backed Platner through all his other scandals. He says he shares the blame, but that people are learning the wrong lessons. The post The People Who Stood By Graham Platner — Until He Was Accused of Rape appeared first on The Intercept.

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