Newly surfaced internet comments present the Maine Senate candidate with his first real test.
Democrat Graham Platner, an oyster farmer and ex-marine, entered the race to unseat incumbent Republican senator Susan Collins in August, resonating with Maine voters through his left-wing populism focused on the state's cost-of-living crisis.
Platner has raised over $4 million, received positive press, drawn large crowds, and gained endorsements from Bernie Sanders and several progressive organizations.
he once identified as a Communist
Author's summary: Graham Platner faces his first test in the Maine Senate race.