Augusta, Maine — Yesterday, Anita Charles, an educator, Lewiston resident, and Bobby Charles’ sister, publicly broke with her brother’s campaign for governor. After publishing a moving op-ed in the Press Herald, Anita spoke to reporters about why she cannot support her brother, citing his anti-choice views, divisive campaign rhetoric, and reckless agenda for Maine’s public schools.
And Mainers took notice. Anita’s decision to speak out sent shockwaves through Maine politics and social media, with some describing the bombshell as the “atom bomb” that dropped on the governor’s race.
And Mainers took notice. Anita’s decision to speak out sent shockwaves through Maine politics and social media, with some describing the bombshell as the “atom bomb” that dropped on the governor’s race.
The fallout was immediate: Bobby Charles responded by holding an emergency press conference of his own, adding yet another bizarre chapter to an increasingly unserious campaign. Despite his clean up attempt, Anita Charles’ words and impact are undisputable.
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