Graham Platner
Senate candidate and oyster farmer who won the Democratic primary in Maine.
Notable Quotes
"If you believe, as I do, that we can change our politics and our country, then you must also believe that people can change."View Story →
"We’re going to win on Tuesday and we’re going to win in November and we’re going to take power back for the people in this country."View Story →
"What has blown my mind is that everybody knows what’s going on."View Story →
"If you believe, as I do, that we can change our politics and our country then you must also believe that people can change."View Story →
"The truth is, Susan Collins doesn’t serve us. She serves Donald Trump."View Story →
"This is because of you."View Story →
"His private life has been 'weaponized.'"View Story →
""the alleged assault is categorically false""View Story →
"We're doing it because of the structures that are being taken away from us by those in power."View Story →
"My decision was not an admission of guilt but due to Democrats' threats to cut off campaign support."View Story →
"It needs to be open, transparent, and democratic."View Story →
Related Stories
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner formally withdraws from race - Reuters
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner formally withdraws from race Reuters
July 10, 2026With Graham Platner's exit from Senate race looming, Democrats line up to replace him
Democrats in Maine are already competing to get their name on the ballot and take on incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins in November.
July 10, 2026Platner's disastrous candidacy exposes rifts that could dampen Democrats' Senate hopes
Along with creating tumult in a must-win race for Democrats, Graham Platner's exit is laying bare division between the party's left wing and moderates.
July 9, 2026Democrat Graham Platner suspends campaign for key US Senate race after assault allegation
The decision came days after a woman accused him of sexual assault, an accusation he says is "categorically false".
July 9, 2026Top Democrats press Maine senate candidate to drop out of race over sexual assault allegation
Graham Platner denied the allegation, calling it "categorically false" but said he was "taking the time to reflect on the best path forward" in the race.
July 7, 2026Should the US impose a teen social media ban like the UK?
The UK is enforcing a social media ban for children under the age of 16. The BBC asked Americans of different ages if they thought it was a good idea.
June 18, 2026Platner wins Maine primary, setting up face-off with longtime Senator Collins
Voters also headed to the polls in primary elections in Nevada, North Dakota, and South Carolina ahead of the midterms.
June 10, 2026