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These revelations have prompted a wave of criticism from both sides. Campaign staff, including campaign managers, have resigned, citing the posts and the Nazi tattoo as unacceptable. Democrats and some independents are calling for accountability, questioning whether Platner’s past should disqualify him from candidacy, especially given his previous endorsements and campaign fundraising success—he reportedly raised $1.5 million, a significant sum for a Maine primary.