Graham Platner avoids mainstream press as scandals surrounding Maine Democrat grows

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner has reportedly been avoiding the press and canceling interviews after his latest scandal broke over the weekend.

Graham Platner avoids mainstream press as scandals surrounding Maine Democrat grows

TL;DR

  • Graham Platner is reportedly avoiding press interviews after accusations of sending explicit messages to six women while married.
  • Platner's campaign has canceled a rescheduled phone interview and staff have been seen blocking reporters.
  • Platner denies the allegations, calling them 'gossip' and 'journalistic malpractice,' and criticizes media for focusing on scandal over policy.
  • Previous controversies include a Nazi-like tattoo and controversial Reddit comments.