Generally, I’m a believer in evidence over allegations, and the timing is very suspicious, but if there are actual documented conversations alluding to this behavior from years then it’s a bad look. I think Politico ought to come forward with more of the evidence so that voters can get a full picture of what was said about him and the timeline of events and statements.
But great news for Susan Collins and Donald Trump either way.
The idea is that if it is timed, that the goal is to maximize damage. Democrats have until July 13th to run someone else according to Maine law as I understand it. If they do run someone else, that person is now at a massive disadvantage and Collins is more likely to prevail, if Platner refuses to drop out, the fact that he could have given way to a new candidate becomes extra damaging. Maybe he’s still able to beat Collins, but this might deactivate though voters to hand it to her if he stays in too.
That’s what’s making some people think it’s either a Republican plant or a Democratic ratfuck. Since both are servants of capital and even the Democrats would rather Collins win than have someone even claiming to be anti-Israel win.
Racicot told the outlet she had an on-and-off relationship with Platner for more than two years. She alleges that in late 2021, an intoxicated Platner entered her home uninvited and forced himself on her. Racicot said she terminated contact after the encounter.
The report cited accounts from a man Racicot later confided in, as well as therapist emails and messages where she warned an acquaintance about Platner years before his Senate run.
Generally, I’m a believer in evidence over allegations, and the timing is very suspicious, but if there are actual documented conversations alluding to this behavior from years then it’s a bad look. I think Politico ought to come forward with more of the evidence so that voters can get a full picture of what was said about him and the timeline of events and statements.
But great news for Susan Collins and Donald Trump either way.
If they were trying to time it, why would they give them enough time to run someone else
The idea is that if it is timed, that the goal is to maximize damage. Democrats have until July 13th to run someone else according to Maine law as I understand it. If they do run someone else, that person is now at a massive disadvantage and Collins is more likely to prevail, if Platner refuses to drop out, the fact that he could have given way to a new candidate becomes extra damaging. Maybe he’s still able to beat Collins, but this might deactivate though voters to hand it to her if he stays in too.
That’s what’s making some people think it’s either a Republican plant or a Democratic ratfuck. Since both are servants of capital and even the Democrats would rather Collins win than have someone even claiming to be anti-Israel win.
Yep, they’ve pulled off a coup here.
It does appear there’s damning evidence.
Platner only has himself to blame for this.