“The strengths of our city historically have been connected to being a home for residents from all backgrounds: immigrant residents, residents who represent a diversity of race and economic situations and perspectives. And if we don't address our housing crisis, and the dramatically rising cost of living, we will lose that core of our city.”

American lawyer and politician, mayor of Boston since 2021

Michelle Wu is an American lawyer and politician who has served as mayor of Boston since 2021. A Democrat, she is among the youngest mayors in the city’s history, and the first woman and first Asian American elected to the office. Before becoming mayor, Wu built her career in public service and city politics. She is known for her leadership in Boston and for representing a new milestone in the city’s political history.