Graham Platner, a progressive Democrat running for the US Senate in Maine, faced criticism for a tattoo on his chest, the Totenkopf, a symbol associated with Nazis. Platner, who had received support from figures like Bernie Sanders, was unaware of its associations and posted a topless photo of himself to show the tattoo being covered up. This issue is reportedly common, with free programs available to help people cover up tattoos with unwanted symbolism.