Caroline Downey

Why did national Democratic institutions and progressive establishment figures throw their weight behind Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, despite a staggering mountain of red flags? National Review’s Caroline Downey breaks down the political desperation that led party elites to overlook a laundry list of scandals—from questionable background claims and troubling allegations to the abandonment of MeToo standards—all in a bid to surf a wave of insurgent populism. Unpacking how Democratic leaders ignored glaring warning signs and prioritized partisan expediency over proper vetting, Caroline examines why backing a deeply flawed, scandal-riddled candidate exposes the moral and strategic failures currently plaguing the party's leadership. What does this hypocritical double standard reveal about the modern Left's selective commitment to candidate integrity? Watch Caroline’s full analysis, leave your thoughts below, and subscribe to National Review!