Why Mass. Democratic incumbents are skipping primary debates
Massachusetts Democratic incumbents are sitting out debates — and letting their challengers fill the void against the GOP. Why it matters: Two of the state’s highest-profile primaries heading into September haven’t seen any public in-person head-to-head matchups. State of play: Moulton debated Republican attorney John Deaton on WBZ last Monday night without incumbent Sen. Ed Markey, who declined the […]
Exclusive: Boston teachers back Lynch challenger in Dem primary fight
The Boston Teachers Union will endorse Patrick Roath in his Democratic primary challenge against 25-year incumbent Rep. Stephen Lynch in Massachusetts’ 8th Congressional District, Axios has learned. Why it matters: The BTU’s endorsement brings ground-level muscle and organizational credibility to Roath’s campaign. Read the full article here https://www.axios.com/local/boston/2026/05/20/boston-teachers-union-endorsement-patrick-roath-stephen-lynch
Older Democrats are getting crushed in the cash wars
Half a dozen House Democrats who are 70 or older were beaten by their younger primary rivals in fundraising between July and September, an Axios analysis has found. Why it matters: The statistic highlights an unusually large number of credible Democratic primary challenges this election cycle as younger party members mount a major push for generational change.
Scoop: Dozens of Dem candidates won’t commit to backing Jeffries
Dozens of Democrats running for U.S. House seats across the country told Axios they either wouldn’t vote for House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) as party leader or declined to commit to doing so. Why it matters: Jeffries has enjoyed the unanimous support of his caucus since becoming Democratic leader in 2022. That may no longer be the case next […]