Democratic Senate candidate withdraws after rape allegations surface amid double standard debate
Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate, withdrew after rape allegations emerged, though controversy over his racist and sexist posts had circulated earlier. Democratic operatives say white men receive more tolerance for misconduct than women and candidates of color, who face stricter scrutiny. The collapse highlights a double standard in American politics regarding whose flaws are forgivable.
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Published 19 Jul 2026, 10:00 UTC · Updated 19 Jul 2026, 21:00 UTC
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