Kennedy, Moulton in separate orbits, for now [View all]

WASHINGTON — The two hottest political stars in Massachusetts often seem to be blazing off in different directions.

One is descended from Democratic royalty, with his family’s unmistakable big smile, thick hair, and Hyannis Port pedigree.

He plays the role of dutiful, loyal team player, groomed for a bright future on the national stage. He is respectful — humble even — and was rewarded by party elders with a national speaking slot after the State of the Union address last week.

The other is a brash former Marine captain and Iraq War combat veteran, a renegade, defiantly leading an insurgency against Washington’s old guard Democrats and wearing his national aspirations on his sleeve.

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