Ed Markey and Seth Moulton clash in Massachusetts Senate primary
By The BriefBrief
Ed Markey, 80, and younger challenger Seth Moulton face off in a Massachusetts Senate primary that highlights a generational fight within the Democratic Party. The contest centers on progressive priorities and how Democrats should change across age lines.
WHO:Ed Markey and Seth Moulton
WHAT:They clash in a Massachusetts Senate primary over generational change and progressive priorities.
WHEN:Reported Sep 1, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET
WHERE:Massachusetts
WHY:The primary is driven by competing views on generational change and progressive priorities within the Democratic Party.
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