Why do Democrats think ‘real men’ wear Nazi tattoos?
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, who has a Nazi tattoo. Representative Jake Auchincloss criticized Platner's tattoo as disqualifying, leading to backlash from progressive factions within the party. The piece highlights the divide within the Democratic Party regarding values and candidate selection.
- ▪Graham Platner, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine, has a Nazi tattoo.
- ▪Representative Jake Auchincloss called Platner's tattoo disqualifying, sparking backlash from progressives.
- ▪Critics argue that the Democratic Party is ignoring serious issues in favor of maintaining a favorable image.
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Opinion editorial Why do Democrats think ‘real men’ wear Nazi tattoos? By Post Editorial Board Published May 26, 2026, 8:44 p.m. ET Graham Platner, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine, takes the stage during a "Fighting Oligarchy" campaign rally with U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) in Portland, Maine, May 26, 2026. REUTERS See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google It seems modern Democrats can’t object to Nazi-lovers inside the party. Massachusetts Rep. Jake Auchincloss just got major lefty backlash for calling Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner’s Nazi tatoo (and his pathetic excuses for it) “disqualifying.” “I’ve been clear about Graham Platner.
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