In an escalation of intra-party friction, Representative Brad Schneider criticized Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner, stating there is "no way" Platner was unaware of the Nazi symbolism attached to a tattoo he once had.Schneider, a prominent Jewish lawmaker who chairs the New Democrat Coalition, stated that Platner should "own it and move on." Adding that he will not support Platner's candidacy, Schneider noted that the ultimate decision regarding the nomination should be left to Maine voters.The congressman's remarks, first reported by Punchbowl News, underscore growing unease within the Democratic Party regarding Platner’s viability in a high-stakes race against Republican...
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