By Phoebe Chen
Boston University News Service
Michelle Wu emerged victorious in the Boston Mayoral race last night, becoming the first woman of color to be elected mayor of Boston. Wu swept the race, winning 64% of the vote, defeating fellow City Councilor Annissa Essaibi George. Wu will take over the office on Nov. 16, replacing Acting Mayor Kim Janey.
Wu, a Chicago native, has been a resident of Boston since she moved here to attend Harvard University. Her election has broken the tradition of electing a mayor with lifelong roots in Boston.
Phoebe Chen witnessed the historic win in South Boston and spoke with some of Wu’s supporters.
