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Democrat Senator Ed Markey Goes Fishing For DEI Interns
Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 13, 2026
Democratic Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey searched Tuesday for interns who are non-white, gay or part of another "underrepresented"
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Sen. Ed Markey Hit With 3 ‘Pinocchios’ for ‘Slave Owners,’ Filibuster Claim
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— Mar 22, 2021
Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) is getting slapped with three “Pinocchios” regarding his claim about the filibuster. Markey tweeted on March 16, “The filibuster was created so that slave owners could hold power over our…
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Ed Markey Declares the ‘Oil Era Will Be Over’ if Dems Pass $1.75 Trillion Spending Package
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— Nov 17, 2021
Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) says the investments in clean energy in the $1.75 trillion Build Back Better Act will bring an end to the “oil era.” On Wednesday, Markey said, “Right now, we can see dramatically rising oil…
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Sen. Ed Markey Says ‘Scum’ Trump Is ‘Fueling Racist Hate’ and Violent Demonstrations
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— Jun 1, 2020
As violent demonstrations rock the nation in the wake of George Floyd’s death, Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) says President Donald Trump is “fueling” the outrage and violence. “Donald trump is scum for fueling racist hate…
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House GOP Blocks Thomas Massie’s Attempt To Impeach Pete Hegseth
Nicole Silverio · 4 min · 6h
Markey wins Massachusetts Democratic primary; faces Deaton
Seth Moulton
— Sep 2, 2026
Sen. Ed Markey, 80, cruised to a decisive Democratic primary victory over Rep. Seth Moulton in Massachusetts, positioning him for the general election against Republican John Deaton. Markey defended his record, including the Green New Deal and Medicare for All, while fending off questions about his age as a major theme of the race.
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Moulton ran a decent campaign but couldn't overcome the name recognition and party machine backing Markey had locked up early.
Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Markey Defeats Moulton in Mass. Senate Primary
Seth Moulton
— Aug 29, 2026
Polls consistently show incumbent Ed Markey leading Rep. Seth Moulton in the Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary, with Emerson College surveys around 60% for Markey and roughly a 30-point lead when undecided voters are factored. The race centers on age and experience, as Markey touts his long tenure and progressive credentials while Moulton emphasizes change, with final weekend campaign stops and high-profile endorsements ahead of Tuesday's vote.
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US Senator Markey Defeats Kennedy in Massachusetts Senate Democratic Primary
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— Sep 2, 2020
U.S. Senator Ed Markey on Tuesday defeated Representative Joe Kennedy III in the Massachusetts Democratic primary, positioning himself to win another six-year term on Nov. 3 and a platform for a progressive agenda in…
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Elon Musk Fires Back at Dem Senator After He Sends Letter Demanding Answers on Verification Badges
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— Nov 14, 2022
Twitter CEO Elon Musk fired back at Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) after he sent a letter to the billionaire about blue verification badges on the platform. On Friday, Markey took to Twitter to mention a report published by…
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Dem Senator Calls for Expanding SCOTUS to Protect Gun Control Laws
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— May 26, 2022
Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) is calling for an increase in the number of seats on the Supreme Court to “ensure” that “gun safety” laws are not struck down. “We have to take very seriously the threat which an illegitimate…
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DOJ says Iranian operative used coded calls from NY jail to direct UK plot
U.S. prosecutors say an Iranian-linked operative in a New York jail used coded calls to help direct a failed attack on RAF Fairford, a British base hosting U.S. aircraft. The indictment alleges two co-defendants and UK associates prepared f
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Senator Reportedly Blocking Fraud Bill Says Congresswoman
Ed Markey
— Jan 15, 2026
Fraudsters who stole billions in COVID relief might soon be off the hook — and it looks like Senator Ed Markey wants to keep it that way. A bipartisan bill designed to give prosecutors more time to go after COVID-era…
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Democrat Blocks Bill That Would Ensure Lawmakers Don’t Cash Paychecks During Shutdown
Rick Scott
— Nov 6, 2025
Democratic Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey blocked legislation that would withhold lawmakers’ paychecks until the government shutdown ends. Republican Florida Sen. Rick Scott asked for unanimous consent Thursday afternoon…
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Toy Story vs Shrek
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The toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.
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Democrat Senator Puts Out Anti-White, Anti-Male Job Listing
Ed Markey
— Jul 10, 2025
Democrat Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey on Wednesday posted a job listing on X for his Boston office, specifically encouraging “BIPOC, LGBTQ+, working class, and other underrepresented candidates” to apply. Democrats over…
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‘Return To McCarthyism’: Democratic Senator Calls Trump Authoritarian For Targeting Elitist Institution’s Funding
Donald John Trump
— Apr 1, 2025
Democratic Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey claimed Tuesday President Donald Trump channeled “McCarthyism” by threatening to pull over $200 million in federal funds for Harvard University. The Trump administration is…
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Dem Senator Warns Musk Twitter ‘Will Pay a Price’ if Twitter Does Not Implement ‘Safeguards’
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— Nov 17, 2022
Twitter’s new owner Elon Musk is being warned the platform could face consequences if it does not implement “safeguards.” Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) addressed concerns he has about Twitter during an appearance on MSNBC’s…
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Supreme Court Justices Bash Lawyer Defending Company Undercutting American Jobs With Cheap Migrant Labor
Pete Peterson · 4 min · 7h
Dem Lawmakers Reintroduce Green New Deal Resolution
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— Apr 20, 2021
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) and Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) are reintroducing the Green New Deal resolution. “I am reintroducing the Green New Deal and announcing the Civilian Climate Corps with because we can’t…
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How charismatic are you, really?
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Not a score out of ten — the AI identifies your specific brand of charm and where it's most dangerous.
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Democratic Senators Voice Concern That YouTube Is Hosting ‘Ghost Gun’ Videos
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— Feb 16, 2022
A group of Senate Democrats is urging YouTube to remove “ghost gun” videos. Democratic Sens. Richard Blumenthal (Conn.), Bob Menendez (N.J.), Chris Murphy (Conn.), Cory Booker (N.J.), and Ed Markey (Mass.) penned a…
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Rep. Ayanna Pressley Drops Senate Hopes, Decides to Run for Re‑Election
Ayanna Pressley
— Dec 3, 2025
Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) has decided to run for re-election and will not seek a seat in the Senate. Pressley made announcement Tuesday, effectively ending speculation she was going to try to unseat Sen. Ed Markey…
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79-Year-Old Democrat Running For Reelection Draws Primary Challenger Three Decades Younger
Ed Markey
— Oct 15, 2025
Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey, a 79-year old Democrat who has served in Congress for nearly five decades, is facing a serious primary challenge in his bid to serve out another six-year term. Democratic Massachusetts Rep…
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Democrats shift focus from climate amid climate hushing trend
Seth Moulton
— Aug 29, 2026
Democrats are deprioritizing climate change in campaigns as researchers describe a trend called climate hushing, with voters focusing on affordability, Israel policy, and how to confront Trump; the Massachusetts Senate race exemplifies this shift, as Ed Markey receivers less emphasis on the Green New Deal while facing a challenge from Seth Moulton. Advocates like the Sunrise Movement have broadened their mission, and analysts warn the climate issue no longer dominates the political conversation despite persistent environmental concerns.
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House GOP Blocks Thomas Massie’s Attempt To Impeach Pete Hegseth
House Republicans blocked an immediate vote Tuesday on Republican Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie's resolution to impeach Secretary of War Pete Hegseth in a procedural vote.
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