Worcester Mayor Joe Petty and Others Endorse Markey

Several Worcester elected officials back U.S. Senator Ed Markey's reelection campaign.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 3:16pm

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A serene, photorealistic painting of the Massachusetts State House in Boston, its grand architecture and columns cast in dramatic shadows and warm sunlight, evoking a sense of political power and civic pride.The endorsement of Senator Markey by Worcester's mayor underscores the lawmaker's strong local ties in Massachusetts.Worcester Today

Worcester Mayor Joseph M. Petty, along with several other Worcester elected officials, have endorsed U.S. Senator Ed Markey's reelection campaign. Petty praised Markey's responsiveness to the city's needs, saying "When Worcester needs something, Senator Markey and his team picks up the phone and gets it done."

Why it matters

Markey's endorsement from the popular Worcester mayor and other local leaders demonstrates his strong support among Massachusetts Democrats and could boost his chances of winning reelection in the upcoming Senate race.

The details

The endorsements from Petty and other Worcester officials come as Markey seeks reelection to the U.S. Senate. Markey has represented Massachusetts in the Senate since 2013 and is facing a potential primary challenge from a fellow Democrat.

  • The endorsements were announced on April 17, 2026.

The players

Joe Petty

The mayor of Worcester, Massachusetts, who has endorsed U.S. Senator Ed Markey's reelection campaign.

Ed Markey

The incumbent U.S. Senator from Massachusetts who is seeking reelection and has received endorsements from Worcester's mayor and other local officials.

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What they’re saying

“When Worcester needs something, Senator Markey and his team picks up the phone and gets it done.”

— Joe Petty, Mayor of Worcester

The takeaway

Markey's endorsements from the popular Worcester mayor and other local leaders demonstrate his strong support among Massachusetts Democrats and could provide a boost to his reelection campaign.