Attorney General Martha Coakley Tuesday became the first candidate to begin the formal process for seeking election to the late Edward M. Kennedy’s seat in the United States Senate.
A representative for Ms. Coakley picked up nominating papers from the Secretary of State William F. Galvin’s office Tuesday, said Brian McNiff, a spokesman for Mr. Galvin. Alex Zaroulis, a spokeswoman for Ms. Coakley, confirmed that she had begun taking steps toward a bid for the office.
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