Here's the thing about the Maine race. Pearl-clutching Susan Collins, regardless of her "concerns" will always vote to fuck over her constituents and every other American by voting the Republican party line.
Platner, on the other hand, will vote in the best interests of Americans.
I'm willing to accept his rationale for the tattoo. Regarding the accusations of former girlfriends from years ago – can you say "Well-funded Smear Campaign"?
Just to keep fucking geriatric, lying Susan Collins from going back to DC, I support Platner for Senate!
I don’t live in Maine, so I don’t get a vote, but I agree with you.
As more information comes out, this looks like a politically-motivated attack against Platner by a right-wing political operative. (Take a look at who she’s worked for in the past.) Apparently her timeline of when she supposedly dated Platner isn’t adding up, among other things. Hers are the worst of the accusations.
The other accusations against him by a couple ex-girlfriends aren’t great, but aren’t anything unforgivable from what I’ve seen, at least so far. And he does seem to have taken accountability for his past behavior.
Well stated. For decades we Democrats have won the "purity battle" only to get our asses kicked in the "electoral war," resulting in major setbacks to women's rights, minority rights, voting rights (all thanks to the GOP/MAGA SCOTUS jurists) and have our nation on the brink of autocracy.
Not defending his past gross behavior, and he seems contrite and trying to work on being a better man through counseling with his wife. Susan Collins voted for a rapist to be on the Supreme Court. Susan Collins TODAY voted to pass the enormous immigration funding bill that ALLOWS the J6 thugs to be paid from the slush fund. Not one Dem voted yes. The only Republican that voted no on the bill was Lisa Murkowski. So Susan Collins is an enabler of criminals, cop beaters, and other assorted pieces of shit, including the Orange Fuhrer who has raped women, children, and cheated on all 3 wives, current one included. She and her campaign should not be casting stones.
I agree. Most of the complaints were that he didn't seem to respect women. But many women said he wasn't a great boyfriend but not a bad guy. The one with the worst to say is a republican operative.
Agreed. Why are we letting the NYT and other media outlets control the narrative? Let’s let the people of Maine decide- not the media. (As an aside - I am getting pissed that a story like this gets so much coverage while Trump babbles like a lunatic and falls asleep during press conferences, all the while making billions from rigging the market. 🤬)
Agree. I don't like it, but I think several things are at play; that the worst allegations (with maybe some added fabrications) come from a Republican; 2nd - I can see Platner's argument as this was NOT a good time for him (dealing with PTSD & mixing that with alcohol leads down a bad road) - Platner HAS admitted to that and HAS worked on himself (we hope); last - at this juncture, we NEED a person to take Susan Collins out - her pretending to be moderate - but then screws the Country with her vote.
Yes, I want us to be better - but we need to have ppl who will vote for the interests of our Democracy & for everyday Americans!
There are very few people who have clean, blameless pasts. As I read your comment, I was reminded of the shameful mistakes I've made. Just like Platner, I wouldn't pass this kind of scrutiny and what people say happened years ago. By the way, has anyone put these women undeSpeaking of past behaviors, what about people are forgiven their past mistakes and others aren't. Why are people judging Platner by his past behaviors when even his wife says they're in the past?
Speaking of holding people accountable today for past behaviors, what about Susan Collins deceitful behavior and lies to her constituents and all Americans? We only have to go back to earlier this week when she fucked us over once again with her vote.
When you need to get somewhere in an emergency and you have to settle for what's available you take the ride that will get you the closest. This is an emergency and Platner is that ride. You don't have to like it or support it after you use it.
Platner despises Fetterman. Fetterman comes from money, even though he presents himself otherwise. I don't think Platner will be anything like Fetterman, although he does call out the corporate Dems.
Platner Accuser Is a GOP Activist Who Co-Founded ‘Ladies for Kavanaugh’
Graham Platner speaks at a “Fighting Oligarchy” tour stop on May 24, 2026, in Orono, Maine. Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images.
Lyndsey Fifield, one of three women who described to the New York Times alleged “unsettling” behavior by Graham Platner when they dated him in the 2010s, co-formed a group called “Ladies for Kavanaugh” in defense of then Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, when he faced accusations of teenage drunken behavior and alleged sexual assault.
In October 2018, amid a fierce fight over Kavanaugh’s nomination, the New York Post reported: “Inez Stepman and Lindsey [sic] Fifield are two millennial women who co-founded the group Ladies for Kavanaugh to show their support for the nominee when they felt that view was being left out of the public discourse. Their day jobs are in conservative politics, Stepman at [the] Independent Women’s Forum and Fifield at the Heritage Foundation. (Their pro-Kavanaugh group was formed on their own time.)”
“In the wake of the baseless, 11th-hour accusations orchestrated to stop Kavanaugh’s confirmation, we couldn’t stay silent anymore,” Fifield told the outlet.
The New York Times, however, was silent about this pretty pertinent part of Fifield’s background when it dropped its big ‘scoop’ on Graham Platner’s “volatile” and “toxic” relationships with former girlfriends, including Fifield, “that were unsettling and at times emotionally wrenching.”...
We have an Administration that lies even when it does not have to lie. It's genetic, I think. So...why should we believe any DOL numbers on employment or anything else? Is there an independent and credible different source who could verify employment numbers?
Hey ST., Fucking amazing that Rubio sat there and just lied about the sleeping urinal cake. I mean did FOX news put up an AI piece with the orange stain with his eyes open for the Kool aide cult that watches that propaganda? Geeze.
I've been reading the woman accusing Platner actually works for MAGA. Haven't heard them deny it or any other stories suggesting this information is wrong. Considering it was the NYT who originally broke the story I'm starting to believe it is a smear campaign. Not like they haven't done this in the past.
That Pillow girl was a snarky little bitch. Nancy should have punched her in the face! No she shouldn’t have but the image of that in my head is quite satisfying 🤣
I’m not a resident of Maine, but love Ogunquit, not just because of Stephen King. I don’t have a say, but while I’m not a fan of Graham Platner&think a Nazi tatoo unforgivable. Treatment of women is very high on my list of concerns. I actually think Susan Collins is even worse.
I read this morning on Daily Dose of Democracy that the women who came forward with the allegations against Platner are all repuglicans. You might want to read that piece.
One of the so-called accusers is a GOP op and has now claimed the NY Times twisted her story. Why are you so against Platner? The people of Maine chose to support him via giving him $$$, very little to Mills. An accusation isn't a confession. Meanwhile, the House has 2 accused woman beaters, a Sen candidate with 2 girlfriends whose wife has chosen to divorce, and so many others. Dem purity tests are why Dems lose and GOP keeps winning.
I don’t live in Maine. That said, I do not give a flying fu*k what consenting adults do. He sexted? BFD.
Given the choice between Platner and clutch her pearls Collins, I’d take Mr. Platner, thank you very much. After all, our felon in chief is a convicted sex offender.
Here's the thing about the Maine race. Pearl-clutching Susan Collins, regardless of her "concerns" will always vote to fuck over her constituents and every other American by voting the Republican party line.
Platner, on the other hand, will vote in the best interests of Americans.
I'm willing to accept his rationale for the tattoo. Regarding the accusations of former girlfriends from years ago – can you say "Well-funded Smear Campaign"?
Just to keep fucking geriatric, lying Susan Collins from going back to DC, I support Platner for Senate!
I don’t live in Maine, so I don’t get a vote, but I agree with you.
As more information comes out, this looks like a politically-motivated attack against Platner by a right-wing political operative. (Take a look at who she’s worked for in the past.) Apparently her timeline of when she supposedly dated Platner isn’t adding up, among other things. Hers are the worst of the accusations.
The other accusations against him by a couple ex-girlfriends aren’t great, but aren’t anything unforgivable from what I’ve seen, at least so far. And he does seem to have taken accountability for his past behavior.
Well stated. For decades we Democrats have won the "purity battle" only to get our asses kicked in the "electoral war," resulting in major setbacks to women's rights, minority rights, voting rights (all thanks to the GOP/MAGA SCOTUS jurists) and have our nation on the brink of autocracy.
Not defending his past gross behavior, and he seems contrite and trying to work on being a better man through counseling with his wife. Susan Collins voted for a rapist to be on the Supreme Court. Susan Collins TODAY voted to pass the enormous immigration funding bill that ALLOWS the J6 thugs to be paid from the slush fund. Not one Dem voted yes. The only Republican that voted no on the bill was Lisa Murkowski. So Susan Collins is an enabler of criminals, cop beaters, and other assorted pieces of shit, including the Orange Fuhrer who has raped women, children, and cheated on all 3 wives, current one included. She and her campaign should not be casting stones.
I agree. Most of the complaints were that he didn't seem to respect women. But many women said he wasn't a great boyfriend but not a bad guy. The one with the worst to say is a republican operative.
Agreed. Why are we letting the NYT and other media outlets control the narrative? Let’s let the people of Maine decide- not the media. (As an aside - I am getting pissed that a story like this gets so much coverage while Trump babbles like a lunatic and falls asleep during press conferences, all the while making billions from rigging the market. 🤬)
… along with his IQ-challenged sons and deceitful daughter
Agree. I don't like it, but I think several things are at play; that the worst allegations (with maybe some added fabrications) come from a Republican; 2nd - I can see Platner's argument as this was NOT a good time for him (dealing with PTSD & mixing that with alcohol leads down a bad road) - Platner HAS admitted to that and HAS worked on himself (we hope); last - at this juncture, we NEED a person to take Susan Collins out - her pretending to be moderate - but then screws the Country with her vote.
Yes, I want us to be better - but we need to have ppl who will vote for the interests of our Democracy & for everyday Americans!
There are very few people who have clean, blameless pasts. As I read your comment, I was reminded of the shameful mistakes I've made. Just like Platner, I wouldn't pass this kind of scrutiny and what people say happened years ago. By the way, has anyone put these women undeSpeaking of past behaviors, what about people are forgiven their past mistakes and others aren't. Why are people judging Platner by his past behaviors when even his wife says they're in the past?
Speaking of holding people accountable today for past behaviors, what about Susan Collins deceitful behavior and lies to her constituents and all Americans? We only have to go back to earlier this week when she fucked us over once again with her vote.
So with you. Thank you.
With regards to Platner:
When you need to get somewhere in an emergency and you have to settle for what's available you take the ride that will get you the closest. This is an emergency and Platner is that ride. You don't have to like it or support it after you use it.
Good point GN.
That said, what a waste to end up with a Fetterman, Sinema, again.
What evidence do you have that Platner will be anything like those other two?
Platner despises Fetterman. Fetterman comes from money, even though he presents himself otherwise. I don't think Platner will be anything like Fetterman, although he does call out the corporate Dems.
Platner Accuser Is a GOP Activist Who Co-Founded ‘Ladies for Kavanaugh’
Graham Platner speaks at a “Fighting Oligarchy” tour stop on May 24, 2026, in Orono, Maine. Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images.
Lyndsey Fifield, one of three women who described to the New York Times alleged “unsettling” behavior by Graham Platner when they dated him in the 2010s, co-formed a group called “Ladies for Kavanaugh” in defense of then Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, when he faced accusations of teenage drunken behavior and alleged sexual assault.
In October 2018, amid a fierce fight over Kavanaugh’s nomination, the New York Post reported: “Inez Stepman and Lindsey [sic] Fifield are two millennial women who co-founded the group Ladies for Kavanaugh to show their support for the nominee when they felt that view was being left out of the public discourse. Their day jobs are in conservative politics, Stepman at [the] Independent Women’s Forum and Fifield at the Heritage Foundation. (Their pro-Kavanaugh group was formed on their own time.)”
“In the wake of the baseless, 11th-hour accusations orchestrated to stop Kavanaugh’s confirmation, we couldn’t stay silent anymore,” Fifield told the outlet.
The New York Times, however, was silent about this pretty pertinent part of Fifield’s background when it dropped its big ‘scoop’ on Graham Platner’s “volatile” and “toxic” relationships with former girlfriends, including Fifield, “that were unsettling and at times emotionally wrenching.”...
Very interesting
What a tangled web we weave when first we practice to deceive.
GOP is weaving... is this the unraveling of it?
We have an Administration that lies even when it does not have to lie. It's genetic, I think. So...why should we believe any DOL numbers on employment or anything else? Is there an independent and credible different source who could verify employment numbers?
Absolutely
Can't trust anything coming from the current administration. Gaslighting on steroids.
The fucking POS is sleeping all the fucking time and the problem is, is that he keeps waking up. I also wish it was contagious. Period.
Hey ST., Fucking amazing that Rubio sat there and just lied about the sleeping urinal cake. I mean did FOX news put up an AI piece with the orange stain with his eyes open for the Kool aide cult that watches that propaganda? Geeze.
🤣🤣🤣
I've been reading the woman accusing Platner actually works for MAGA. Haven't heard them deny it or any other stories suggesting this information is wrong. Considering it was the NYT who originally broke the story I'm starting to believe it is a smear campaign. Not like they haven't done this in the past.
Btw, I Knew It, I Knew You is wonderful!
That Pillow girl was a snarky little bitch. Nancy should have punched her in the face! No she shouldn’t have but the image of that in my head is quite satisfying 🤣
Hey BL., Spit on her.
(of course that's wrong, but better than some other ideas I'm sure folks have).
I’m not a resident of Maine, but love Ogunquit, not just because of Stephen King. I don’t have a say, but while I’m not a fan of Graham Platner&think a Nazi tatoo unforgivable. Treatment of women is very high on my list of concerns. I actually think Susan Collins is even worse.
Susan Collins' votes are abusive to women.
Ditto. Good call
Vanilla Ice is such a joke. I saw the interview where he is actually begging to perform. It's probably the only time anyone wants to hear him.
Since when did Trump, a racist, become interested in the NBA.? He's only there to f****** up the whole thing.! Don't let us down in New York!
He still must be under the delusion that NY likes him.
Oh please. Just listen to Graham Platner’s interview from last night. Al Franken is shaking his head at your comment and screaming, “WTF!”
I wish Franken would come back.
I read this morning on Daily Dose of Democracy that the women who came forward with the allegations against Platner are all repuglicans. You might want to read that piece.
One of the so-called accusers is a GOP op and has now claimed the NY Times twisted her story. Why are you so against Platner? The people of Maine chose to support him via giving him $$$, very little to Mills. An accusation isn't a confession. Meanwhile, the House has 2 accused woman beaters, a Sen candidate with 2 girlfriends whose wife has chosen to divorce, and so many others. Dem purity tests are why Dems lose and GOP keeps winning.
I don’t live in Maine. That said, I do not give a flying fu*k what consenting adults do. He sexted? BFD.
Given the choice between Platner and clutch her pearls Collins, I’d take Mr. Platner, thank you very much. After all, our felon in chief is a convicted sex offender.
They don't have to "rig" the employment numbers, just that they've fired anyone at the agency who knew math.
DAMN that Talarico video was off the charts good