Will this scandal-plagued outsider help save or sink the Democrats?

Will this scandal-plagued outsider help save or sink the Democrats?1 hour agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAnthony Zurcher,North America correspondent in MaineandAna FaguyWatch: ''There is no one else" - Platner voters discuss the controversial DemocratGraham Platner had just finished speaking to the crowd of several hundred at a town hall in Portland, Maine, when a supporter came on stage carrying a large, handmade card signed by dozens of attendees."We are your Graham-ily," she said, reading what was written around a large red heart, "and we've got your back."The political novice - who went on to officially become the Democratic candidate for Senate after winning Maine's primary on Tuesday night - appeared visibly moved."I do this sometimes," he said, explaining the tear he quickly wiped away."This is a pretty hard thing to go through, to be entirely honest," he continued."And the only thing that really makes it bearable is going around the state of Maine and having as much support as we've gotten."It had been a rough week on the campaign trail for Platner.Getty ImagesPlatner's unconventional campaign has been a bumpy rideOn the eve of the election, he had been the subject of two damaging investigations by major national media outlets.The past few months overall have been difficult.There were reports about a tattoo on his chest resembling a Nazi symbol that sparked backlash, then online comments he made dismissing rape were unearthed, then stories that he was unfaithful to his wife were leaked to US news outlets.But for those who turned out for his event at Elks Lodge #188 on Sunday night, none of that mattered. Their belief in Platner seemed undiminished."He's got a fantastic platform," said Kevin Claik, a retiree who drove 30 miles (48km) from the town of Naples to see Platner. "He's got a little bit of baggage, but who gives a shit? He is a saint h...