Who Is Alex Rikleen? Meet the Insurgent Challenging Ed Markey for Senate

Who is Alex Rikleen? Meet the insurgent challenging Ed Markey for Senate

Alex Rikleen already had his work cut out for him.Earlier this year, the history teacher, fantasy sports writer and father of two from Acton launched a long-shot bid to unseat U.S. Sen. Ed Markey, D-Mass., as the Malden pol seeks a third term on Capitol Hill.

Teacher-turned-candidate challenges Markey for Senate seat – North Star Reporter

By Geena Monahan-For the North Star Reporter A newcomer to the Massachusetts political scene, Alex Rikleen has launched a campaign to challenge longtime incumbent Sen. Ed Markey in next year’s Senate race, pledging judicial reform, expanded healthcare and stronger action against climate change. “I think that Democrats in Washington are playing it safe and their […]