https://www.nepm.org/elections-2026-western-mass-primary-elections The 2026 primary elections will be held on Sept. 1 with many races pitting experience and age against young newcomers. en-US Copyright Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:24:34 GMT https://www.nepm.org/regional-news/2026-08-21/preserve-healthcare-or-upend-the-system-democratic-congressional-candidates-differ-on-approach Incumbent Richard Neal wants to shore up the Affordable Care Act while newcomer Jeromie Whalen wants to replace it with a single payer system. Neal touts his experience; Whalen says he wants less corporate influence. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:24:34 GMT https://www.nepm.org/regional-news/2026-08-21/preserve-healthcare-or-upend-the-system-democratic-congressional-candidates-differ-on-approach Karen Brown