Age Debate in Massachusetts as Ed Markey Seeks Third Senate Term
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In Massachusetts' Democratic primary, 80-year-old Sen. Ed Markey faces 47-year-old Rep. Seth Moulton. Markey touts his progressive record and endorsements from Sanders and Warren, while Moulton promotes more moderate positions and argues for a new generation of leadership. Polls show Markey ahead, suggesting the state may back experience and long-held incumbency over a youthful insurgency as he seeks a third term into his mid-80s.
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