AP Decision Notes: What to expect in the Massachusetts state primary
Summary
Massachusetts Democrats will hold a state primary where Senator Ed Markey, a progressive and longtime incumbent, faces a challenge from Representative Seth Moulton, who is considered more moderate. Markey has major progressive support and a financial edge, while Moulton is backed by some moderate Democrats and has a chance to appeal in certain regions of the state.Key Facts
- Senator Ed Markey is running for a third full term; he is 80 years old and has served in Congress since 1976.
- Representative Seth Moulton is Markey’s challenger; he is 47 and a six-term congressman.
- The campaign reflects a broader Democratic divide between progressives and moderates.
- Markey has received endorsements from Senators Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
- Moulton is supported by The Boston Globe and some moderate Democrats, including New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill.
- Markey has raised and spent more campaign money than Moulton but Moulton has a slight cash-on-hand advantage recently.
- Massachusetts voters will also select candidates for U.S. House, governor, and other state and local offices.
- In 2020, Markey won all four major counties in the primary, but Moulton will likely try to gain votes in central Massachusetts and other key areas.
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