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Also Known As Graham Cunningham Platner
Born September 1, 1984 (age 42) • Maine
Political Affiliation Democratic Party

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Graham Platner stands on a small stage with a microphone, speaking to a seated audience in a rustic barn during a campaign town hall event in Appleton, Maine.
Graham Platner speaks into a microphone at a campaign event, with a sign showing an outline of Maine and red letters in the background.
Graham Platner in desert camouflage uniform and helmet holds a rifle and gestures with his right hand while standing in a barren landscape in Iraq.
Graham Platner, wearing sunglasses and a red apron, stands on his oyster boat holding a metal cage, with water and oyster farming equipment in the background.
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