Amid calls for Graham Platner to drop out, Maine voters reckon with what comes next

By: Emma Davis

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: July 7, 2026

Words: 1,458

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 1 day ago

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When Sophie Creamer of Brunswick first heard Platner speak in September, the independent voter was energized by his progressive policies. At the same time, Creamer worried he was too good to be true.

As scandals started to plague the political newcomer’s campaign, Creamer maintained that skepticism in conversations with Maine Morning Star throughout the past year but ultimately voted for him in the primary. It was a one-on-one conversation with Platner about …

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