Democratic strategist Adam Carlson backed Platner through all his other scandals. He says he shares the blame – but people are learning the wrong lessons.

Platner issued the statement shortly after the new allegation was made public Monday.

A woman has come forward to accuse Graham Platner, Maine’s Democratic candidate for Senate, of sexually assaulting her.

Some rushed to defend the embattled Senate nominee, while others called to move on given the severity of the allegations.

Under Maine law, Platner has just one week — until next Monday — to remove his name from the ballot.

Platner is facing increasing pressure to drop out.