Don’t lose heart Republicans — Dem disasters like Graham Platner will only make things much, much worse
Republicans are facing challenges as President Trump's poll numbers decline, but they should focus on the poor alternatives presented by Democrats. Columnist Miranda Devine highlights Graham Platner, a controversial Democratic Senate candidate, as an example of the problematic figures within the party. Despite Trump's struggles, the article argues that the Democratic alternatives are far worse for the country.
- ▪President Trump's poll numbers are down as the midterms approach.
- ▪Graham Platner, a Democratic candidate, has been criticized for his past scandals and controversial behavior.
- ▪Devine argues that despite Trump's flaws, the Democratic alternatives present a greater risk to the country.
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Miranda Devine Opinion Don’t lose heart Republicans — Dem disasters like Graham Platner will only make things much, much worse By Miranda Devine Published May 24, 2026, 10:01 p.m. ET President Trump's poll numbers are down, but Republican voters should remember all the Democrats have to offer are the likes of Graham Platner (left), columnist Miranda Devine writes. AP (2) See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Everyone’s angry with Donald Trump. It’s true that things are getting ragged with just over five months left until the midterms. The president’s agenda is being stymied in the courts and in Congress by bloody-minded Democrat obstructionism, and by a handful of lily-livered naysayers in his own bare-majority party.
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