Democratic Senate candidate in Maine apologizes for using 'R-word'
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Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner apologized for using a derogatory term towards people with disabilities. The incident was reported by The Maine Monitor and sparked criticism from Disability Rights Maine.
Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, has apologized for using a derogatory term towards people with disabilities. The Maine Monitor reported that Platner used the term after being told one of his tattoos had Nazi ties and also on Reddit in 2021. The Janet Mills campaign criticized Platner, prompting him to respond. Platner stated that he is sorry and is working to improve. Disability Rights Maine condemned the language, saying it reinforces stigma and undermines the value of disabled individuals.
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