The Platner Debacle: A Cautionary Tale of MeToo Politics The rapid implosion of Graham Platner's Maine Senate campaign has left Democrats scrambling to contain the fallout from a pair of sexual assault allegations that have rocked the party's progressive wing.
On Wednesday evening, President Donald Trump weighed in with his characteristic bluster, declaring that Platner was "in a bind" but ultimately dismissing the seriousness of the situation by invoking the familiar refrain of "believe the woman.
" Beneath this latest MeToo controversy lies a nuanced and complex story about the challenges of navigating politics in an era where consent is paramount.