Iraq War Veteran Running for Senate Won’t Mourn Dick Cheney
Former Vice President Dick Cheney passed away at the age of 84 on November 3, 2022. He died after suffering complications from pneumonia and underlying cardiac and vascular issues. Cheney, known for his role alongside President George W. Bush, was a polarizing figure in American politics.
Graham Platner’s Response
In a notable response to Cheney’s death, Graham Platner, a candidate for the U.S. Senate from Maine, stated he would not mourn Cheney. The Iraq War veteran emphasized his feelings in a video release, declaring, “As a veteran of the Iraq War, I’m going to say, no, not this time.”
Criticism of Cheney’s Legacy
- Platner criticized Cheney’s impact, claiming he wasted thousands of young American lives.
- He also pointed out the loss of hundreds of thousands of Iraqi lives and the expenditure of trillions of dollars.
- According to Platner, Cheney’s actions led to “absolutely nothing.”
Political Landscape in Maine
Graham Platner is running for a Senate seat in Maine, where Governor Janet Mills is also a candidate. Reports indicate that long-serving Republican Senator Susan Collins plans to seek re-election.
Cheney’s Legacy
Dick Cheney served from 2001 to 2009 and faced significant scrutiny over his role in the Iraq War. Former President Bush described Cheney as a “decent, honorable man,” who held strong convictions regarding national security and freedom.
Cheney’s death marks a pivotal moment in American politics, with ongoing discussions about the Iraq War’s implications and the legacies of its key figures.
