Democrat with ‘Nazi tattoo’ wins Maine primary

Graham Platner with a Totenkopf tattoo on his chest (YouTube/PodSaveAmerica)[Missing Credit]

However, several controversies have drawn condemnation from some Democrats, including Massachusetts Representative Jake Auchincloss, who called Platner’s now-covered Totenkopf tattoo “disqualifying,” and Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman, who described Platner as a “ghoul.”

Platner has previously insisted that he had the infamous “death’s head” symbol, the icon of the SS, tattooed while on leave during his time in the Marines and was not aware of its meaning at the time. He has confirmed that the tattoo has since been covered and maintains that it is not reflective of his political views.

Graham Platner shows that he has covered up his Totenkopf tattoo (Instagram/GrahamforMaine)[Missing Credit]

In the wake of the controversy, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee Chair Senator Kirsten Gillibrand focused on defeating Collins and taking back the Senate in their statement reiterating their endorsement of Platner after his victory on Tuesday.

“Over the past year, we have created a path to win a Democratic Senate majority and put a stop to the chaos and damage of the Trump administration by defeating the Republicans who enable his harmful agenda,” Schumer and Gillibrand stated.

“In November, Maine voters will elect Graham Platner, and we will win a Senate majority.”