Graham Platner Taught Me How To Shoot A Handgun

Flashy title, I know.

Back in 2020, there were a lot of afraid queer folks who, for the first time ever, wanted to train in self-defense.

Graham was the officer, largely in charge, of the Maine branch of the SRA (Socialist Rifle Association).

He struck me as a hardworking, no bullshit son of a bitch back then. He reminded me of my uncles and cousins from rural Maine, where I grew up.

He taught queer folks how to protect themselves and their partners, and that’s worth more than any bullshit controversy the Epstein class cooks up.

He didn’t misgender me once. I use they/they pronouns. Explain that to the liberals who castigate him as a secret social conservative.

Graham, if you read this, thank you. My loved ones are safer because of your education.

You have my vote!