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Boston must work to address its role in disparities, Wu says

Por: The Boston Globe Politics February 04, 2023

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Mayor Michelle Wu highlighted Black city leaders at City Hall’s annual Black History Month kickoff celebration Friday and acknowledged the work the city must do to reverse policies that have harmed Black residents.“I have the chance to be surrounded by Black excellence, Black joy, Black brilliance, Black persistence, every single day here working for the city of Boston,” Wu said.Several city councilors and cabinet members along with dozens... + full article



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