DSA Members Call for Boycott of Consultants Linked to Failed Platner Campaign

DSA members are urging fellow candidates and elected officials within the organization to sever ties with political consultants Morris Katz and his firm Fight Agency. The letter, which was shared exclusively with DarkWireNews through screenshots, highlights concerns over Katz’s role in advising controversial Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner during his campaign. The DSA emphasizes that Katz not only advised but also actively promoted Platner's candidacy despite being aware of the candidate's problematic past.

The letter further criticizes Fight Agency for its continued involvement with Senator John Fetterman after he took a more conservative stance following his election to the Senate, suggesting a pattern of questionable support. The DSA’s call comes as critics and pundits have increasingly blamed Katz and his firm for Platner’s campaign failures, particularly in light of allegations of sexual misconduct that surfaced during the race.

In response to these criticisms, Katz has defended his actions on social media, stating that he advised Platner to suspend his candidacy upon learning about the rape allegations. However, DSA members dispute this timeline, asserting that Katz continued to support Platner even as scandals mounted and threatened former campaign staff who attempted to verify controversies surrounding the candidate.

While some Democrats and progressive allies have defended Katz and Fight Agency against these accusations, the DSA’s move underscores a growing tension within the party over ethical standards in political consulting.