Sanders says he does not regret supporting Graham Platner in Maine Senate race
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) on Sunday said he did not regret supporting former Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner (D) after a former girlfriend's accusations of sexual assault came to light and led the progressive candidate to drop his bid.
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