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Sanders Defends Platner Endorsement | Wilmington News
Bernie Sanders stands by his endorsement of Graham Platner despite his withdrawal from the Maine Senate race, saying he asked Platner to step down after serious allegations emerged—and that he doesn’t regret supporting a candidate who fights for the working class. As Platner faced mounting controversy—including accusations of abuse and a sexual assault claim—Sanders declined to comment on the accusers but confirmed he urged Platner to exit the race. The fallout underscores a deeper Democratic Party rift: progressive voices like Sanders, who see their movement gaining ground, clash with…
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