Congressman Jake Auchincloss Supports All-Party Primaries in Massachusetts, Diverging from Senator Markey
Representative Jake Auchincloss, a Democratic Congressman from Massachusetts, is advocating for a ballot question that would establish all-party primaries in the state. This proposed system would allow candidates from all political parties to compete in a single primary election, with the top two vote-getters, regardless of party affiliation, advancing to the general election. Auchincloss's stance places him in agreement with fellow Representative Seth Moulton, but in opposition to Senator Ed Markey, who is against such a system. The initiative, known as Question 3, aims to replace the current partisan primary system for state elections. Proponents argue it could increase competition and voter engagement, particularly in races where the primary effectively decides the outcome due to a lack of general election opposition. The campaign for Question 3 has garnered significant financial backing, raising over $5.1 million since 2025, primarily from large-dollar donors.
