One Of The Women Accusing Graham Platner May Be A Republican Operative

[Just_Vote_Dem]

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NYT: Ms. Fifield said she did not expect her friends to offer that corroboration because she did not tell anyone at the time, saying she had been embarrassed.

The impact of the relationship on Ms. Fifield’s life lingered for years, she said. She referred to him in a diary entry in June 2016 as “the most toxic literally abusive man on earth who destroyed my life.” Those close to her encouraged her to move on: “DO NOT CALL GRAHAM,” a friend messaged her that year.

Ms. Fifield, who is affiliated with Independent Women, a conservative group, insisted that her political beliefs had nothing to do with her choice to come forward. She worked briefly on Nikki Haley’s 2024 presidential campaign and before that for the Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank. Ms. Fifield said she had not been paid by any campaign or political entity since Ms. Haley’s campaign.

Mr. Platner’s campaign said in a statement, “Let’s be very clear: This is a lifelong G.O.P. operative who’s dedicated her career to electing Republicans.”

[EdmondDantes_]

1. Disparaging the victim (1 of 3) isn't a good look

Her politics aren't relevant and it's not an isolated thing with 2 other victims and his history of rape apologist posts.

[Just_Vote_Dem]

2. How is stating a fact blaming anyone?

And her politics are relevant.

[EdmondDantes_]

5. Utter nonsense, it's an attempt to distract from him having a real problem with women

Multiple women have independently come forward. You can't just dismiss this as a dirty trick or an angry ex. It's a pattern.

Pointing out her politics is just as relevant as what a woman was wearing or how much she had to drink before being raped. It's irrelevant nonsense only brought up by people looking to shift responsibility.

[Just_Vote_Dem]

7. I'll take his troubling past over a fascist loving Repub

who is literally trying to destroy Democracy.

And I have said NOTHING about any other accusing women. Try reading for comprehension.

[harumph]

13. We're in survival mode here and control of the senate is vital.

These are serious allegations - but they are still only allegations about past behavior. However, we already know what a shitty person Collins is and will be in the future. She's lied and covered for the orange stooge for years. She's a known factor. I would select a possible asshole over a shit weasel prevaricator like Collins every single time.

[Just_Vote_Dem]

14. The Senate is going to be very close

I would like to see a Democratic majority!

[harumph]

19. Of course! I'm not super happy with Platner - - -

But his moral failings pale in comparison with Collins' tremendous power to do evil - and I mean that literally. She supports evil legislation and then repeatedly feigns being "concerned" - but votes for it anyway. Apparently enough Mainers reliably fall for this tiresome and morally repugnant shtick.

[Nanjeanne]

26. What did the multiple women who came forward say? Because I read the entire article and she

was the only one who said he touched her in any way although two others said he was deeply troubled and disparaging which he has openly talked about throughout his campaign when discussing his anger and alcohol problem after his tours in combat. There were also quotes from other women he dated that said their relationship had none of those issues. Where did you read the multiple accounts from multiple women? Can you link?

[ABC123Easy]

3. Thank you

Good to know!

[Lovie777]

4. I read several past girl friends are still friends with him..............

Graham drunk a lot.

I remember stories from my father-in-law, a Marine veteran that served a tour in Vietnam during heavy combat. His wife would sometime have to call his older sister to come over and calm him down, and he also was into drinking, especially Vodka.

PTSD, he could not watch war movies for a long time. But he went to school and got his degree and eventually worked for the Country of L.A. over 30 years, and now is retired with benefits.

But that military experience during war time will stay with him.

[Prairie Gates]

6. It's going to slide off him like everything else...it's obvious what the people who are attacking Platner are doing

[Just_Vote_Dem]

8. I hope so

Or we get stuck with Collins again

[stopdiggin]

9. read the article. It is NOT a hit piece

Last edited Fri Jun 5, 2026, 01:10 AM - Edit history (1)

The result of quite a bit of research, and multiple interviews with a variety of sources, over a period of time.
It comes across as being about as even handed as is possible (given potentially troubling content) - without going in the other direction to 'finesse' ...

Platner himself has acknowledged 'significant problems' regarding his past - asking only that he be judged by the 'new and better' version of himself. How 'far' in the past - and how 'new' the new version is ... And to what degree we believe ... Remains the crux. And, as always, it remains up to the voters in making that judgement.

But, again ... This is solid boilerplate reporting. And does NOT come off as a hit piece on Platner.

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[Just_Vote_Dem]

11. That's correct

And the only point I was making is that one of the women MAY BE a Republican operative.

And I happen to think that's interesting.

[mcar]

10. And another is a Democrat

The article notes all of that.

[Just_Vote_Dem]

12. Yes, that's true n/t

[sheshe2]

15. He has said in interviews that he voted for Collins several times

Perhaps they were dating at the same time he voted R.

NBC News:

-and explained why he went from voting for Republican Sen. Susan Collins years ago to viewing her as an empty vessel today.


-Platner said he has “voted for Susan Collins at least once, possibly twice” but “it was a long time ago”

-“I also believed back then that she was a moderate. As time has gone by, I don’t believe that. I think that’s a charade, and it’s worn thin,”

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-election/graham-platner-controversies-maine-senate-campaign-rcna240367


Link to post: https://www.democraticunderground.com/100221177331

[Just_Vote_Dem]

17. That was not smart, but he appeared to learn his lesson

I don't know any one who has a perfect past, do you?

I do believe in redemption, however

[sheshe2]

18. I never had any conversations with anyone running for US Senate.

Well, I did say hello to Elizabeth Warren and had my picture taken with her, but a conversation...no.

[Just_Vote_Dem]

20. How cool is that!

When I worked for Dukakis I only got to see him from inside a bus, and he was a good distance away. Worked for Barney Frank also, but never met him, RIP

[mr715]

22. I got cold called by Hillary Rodham Clinton

Totally random but I got a fundraising call. I assume she was doing pro forma morale campaigning out of her Brooklyn office and did a few cold calls.

Yeah, I donated some more money after that.

[sheshe2]

25. Now that is very, very cool.

[mr715]

30. I was 1 year too young to vote for her first run in the Senate

I really enjoyed watching the then fledgling candidate HRC dissect her debate opponent Rick Lazio.

Loved her since as far back as I can remember. And I got a random call. The universe works... then the election happened and my operating system broke down.

[Polybius]

16. Ironic since Graham Platner himself was a Republican when they dated n/t

[LisaL]

21. I am not sure why is it ironic?

He didn't seem to care whether a woman he dated was a democrat or a republican, considering his exes have different party affiliations.

[Polybius]

23. Yet now it matters to the OP that's she's a Republican?

[LisaL]

24. I see what you mean.

NT

[AloeVera]

33. No record of him being a registered Republican.

Unless you know something we don't, that you can share.

Lots of Dems and Independents in Maine voted for Ms Concerned. I assume it's how she keeps getting reelected. We don't want that to happen again - do we?

[Kingofalldems]

27. GOP is a criminal organization so no surprise.

[Just_Vote_Dem]

28. Thank you

I'm gobsmacked by some comments I'm reading

[mainer]

29. He wanted her to "calm down."

She mentions they had issues when they were both drinking and that it was an emotionally trying period in her life.This sounds like they were having a drunken brawl and he closed the door on her and told her to cool down. What really happened?

[W_HAMILTON]

31. Franken's most well known accuser definitely was, but it didn't stop him from being railroaded.

[Emile]

32. Probably both employees of a centrist lobbying group.