Graham Platner slams alleged sexting scandal as "gossip" and "journalistic malpractice"
Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner has dismissed reports of an alleged sexting scandal as 'gossip' and 'journalistic malpractice.' Platner claims the media is using these allegations to distract from his policy platform regarding healthcare and labor issues.
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Illustrates the intersection of personal scandal and political campaigning in high-stakes US elections.
Graham Platner is addressing a story published by the Wall Street Journal that alleges he sent explicit sexual messages to several women, calling it "gossip" intended to distract from discussion over his policy platform.
The article presents the candidate's defense while acknowledging the original reporting from major outlets.
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