Voters in Massachusetts are casting their ballots today in the Democratic Senate primary. The contest features 80-year-old incumbent Ed Markey, who is seeking a third full term, against 47-year-old Seth Moulton, a member of the House of Representatives.
Despite concerns raised about his age, Senator Markey appears poised to win, according to a recent Emerson College Polling survey. The poll, released on Sunday, indicated Markey held a significant lead over Moulton, 60% to 33%. This represents a notable increase from a May poll where Markey had a five-point advantage.
Moulton has argued that Markey is too old to serve another term and has highlighted differences in their campaign activity and understanding of technology. During a televised debate, Moulton questioned Markey's use of AI platforms, to which Markey responded that he uses "whatever is inside of my iPhone and my iPad – whatever comes up."
Markey, who was first elected to Congress in 1976, has positioned himself as a voice of the progressive left, securing endorsements from figures such as Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren. He addressed the age issue directly in the debate, stating, "I think everyone watching this debate can see that I’m more energized than I’ve ever been before in my life."