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Lefty Senate candidate Graham Platner makes unthinkable gaffe, flubs Bernie Sanders’ name twice in fiery ‘Fight the Oligarchy’ rally

Far-left darling Graham Platner stumbled over Sen. Bernie Sanders' name twice during an impassioned rally speech just one week ahead of the Maine primaries.

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What happened Far-left darling Graham Platner stumbled over Sen. Bernie Sanders' name twice during an impassioned rally speech just one week ahead of the Maine primaries.
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Right / center-rightLefty Senate candidate Graham Platner makes unthinkable gaffe, flubs Bernie Sanders’ name twice in fiery ‘Fight the Oligarchy’ ra...

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New York PostNews report · May 26, 4:55 AM

Lefty Senate candidate Graham Platner makes unthinkable gaffe, flubs Bernie Sanders’ name twice in fiery ‘Fight the Oligarchy’ rally

Far-left darling Graham Platner stumbled over Sen. Bernie Sanders' name twice during an impassioned rally speech just one week ahead of the Maine primaries.

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Fox NewsNews report · May 26, 2:44 AM

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner embraces democratic socialism at Bernie Sanders rally in Portland

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Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner embraces democratic socialism at a Bernie Sanders rally, condemning U. S. support for Israel and Sen. Collins.

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TwitchyNews report · May 25, 4:27 PM

Graham Platner Slammed Long-Serving Politicians While Bernie Sanders Stood Next to Him and Applauded

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