Local Government and Politics, News Massachusetts AFL-CIO endorses Brendan Crighton By Daily Item Staff | March 2, 2018 Share Tweet Share LYNN — The Massachusetts AFL-CIO has endorsed Brendan Crighton in his bid to become state senator for the 3rd Essex District, which includes Lynn, Lynnfield, Marblehead, Nahant, Saugus and Swampscott.… You've reached your 5 free articles this month. Login Subscribe