Accused rapist Graham Platner trashed as ‘narcissistic sociopath’ after ‘delusional’ 11-minute video ending Senate bid
Graham Platner ended his Senate campaign in Maine after posting an 11‑minute video announcing his withdrawal. The video was heavily criticized on social media for its self‑focused tone and for blaming the media and political establishment for his campaign’s collapse. The withdrawal followed public accusations from his ex‑girlfriend Jenny Racicot that he raped her in 2021, which Platner denies.
- ▪Platner released an 11‑minute video on X announcing the end of his Senate bid, which was widely described as narcissistic and delusional.
- ▪His ex‑girlfriend Jenny Racicot publicly alleged that Platner raped her in 2021, prompting the campaign’s termination.
- ▪Commentators and former politicians, including Larry O’Connor and Joe Walsh, labeled Platner a sociopath and manipulator in response to the video.
- ▪The video attracted criticism for blaming the corporate media, political establishment, and his support for Medicare for All for his campaign’s failure.
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