On Tuesday, voters advanced Mayor Marty Walsh and City Councilor Tito Jackson to a face-off in the Nov. 7 final election. Retired police officer Robert Cappucci and health care worker Joseph Wiley were defeated by Walsh and Jackson in the preliminary election. Walsh is seeking a second four-year term. Voter turnout across the city was light. Walsh is a recovering alcoholic and actively supports addiction prevention and treatment programs. Walsh gained national attention in January when he promised to protect Boston’s residents who were threatened by President Donald Trump’s actions. Jackson served in the administration of former Democratic Gov. Deval Patrick. He advocates for criminal justice reform and body cameras on police officers. He would be Boston’s first black mayor if elected.
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