The Robinson Report

Platner Supporters Call Police After Maine Wire Reads His Own Words - MWTV

After Jon Fetherston approached a Kennebunk protest and pressed demonstrators about Graham Platner’s past comments and behavior, several supporters objected to the language but largely refused to defend their candidate on camera. Moments later, Kennebunk police responded to the protest, and Fetherston explained the complaint appeared to center on his use of Platner’s own words while questioning supporters. This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Robinson Report at robinsonreport.substack.com/subscribe [https://robinsonreport.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Trump Calls Graham Platner a “Low-Level Thug” After Senate Primary Win - MWTV

After Donald Trump called Graham Platner a “low-level thug” and one of the worst people to ever run for office, Republicans gained a new national attack line in the Senate race. Furthermore, after the Maine Wire asked viewers to report voting problems, hundreds of comments and tips described issues with party registration, ballot access and confusion at the polls. The reports put pressure on the Secretary of State’s office, especially after Jon Fetherston said he again received no clear answers. This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Robinson Report at robinsonreport.substack.com/subscribe [https://robinsonreport.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Maine Primary Day Turns Chaotic With Ballot Issues and Campaign Spending Questions - MWTV

After John Fetherston reported from Governor Longley Elementary in Lewiston, multiple voters described problems with party registration and absentee ballot records. The situation raised questions about Maine’s voter system, Shenna Bellows’ oversight, recent registry updates and whether election officials can explain why voters said they were blocked or nearly allowed to vote twice. Get full access to The Robinson Report at robinsonreport.substack.com/subscribe [https://robinsonreport.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Graham Platner’s “Grahamily” Moment Shows Campaign Trying to Flip Scandal Into Sympathy - MWTV

After Graham Platner received a “Grahamily” card from supporters, his campaign appeared to lean into a victim narrative amid scandals involving Reddit posts, Kik, his tattoo, women and questions about honesty. The moment shifted into criticism of supporters who remain emotionally attached to Platner despite new allegations, campaign contradictions and questions about his working-class image. Joe Sokol made his way over to Stonington, Maine to speak with a lobsterman about Susan Collins’ defense of the industry, Platner’s “oysterman” image, veterans, Reddit comments and whether Maine’s working class will trust his campaign. Get full access to The Robinson Report at robinsonreport.substack.com/subscribe [https://robinsonreport.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Platner Website Change, Lewiston Teacher Backlash and Maine Absentee Ballot Questions Shake State Politics - MWTV

After the Washington Free Beacon questioned Graham Platner’s harbormaster claim, his campaign website was updated to say he no longer holds the position. Additionally, after a Lewiston educator spoke at the Community Conversation forum on youth gun violence, Sophia Khalid posted an edited clip that led to the educator being placed on administrative leave. The story quickly widened into questions about free speech, school discipline, Khalid’s influence and whether the full Maine Wire footage changed the district’s response. This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Robinson Report at robinsonreport.substack.com/subscribe [https://robinsonreport.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]