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Mon, Jul 13, 2026 · 30 stories · Confirmed
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Maine Democratic Party Asks Graham Platner To Quit Senate Race

Chair Charlie Dingman, Vice Chair Imke Schessler and Devon Murphy-Anderson signed the July 6 letter citing unspecified allegations from multiple women.

  • Executive Director Devon Murphy-Anderson also signed the letter demanding Platner's withdrawal from the race.
  • Party published new nomination rules July 9, then process details on July 10 and 11.
  • Counties will pick convention delegates through nominating meetings to choose a replacement nominee.

Why it matters: A party that rewrites nomination rules mid-race is choosing its own candidate, not policing one.

Maine Democratic Party (mainedems.org statement) ↗ · Jul 13, 20267/13/26 · ✓ Checked✓ Check

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