Graham Platner suspends Maine Senate campaign after rape accusation
Graham Platner - the Democrats' big hope for a majority in the US Senate - is throwing in the towel after being accused of rape.
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Democrats urge Platner to suspend Maine Senate campaign after abuse allegations
Under the influence of alcohol, he is said to have forced his way into her home and forced her to have sex - despite her refusal. The accusations from a former girlfriend are directed at Democratic oyster farmer and Senate candidate Graham Platner in Maine. Party leaders are now urging him to suspend his campaign.
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