Thomas O'Brien, a well-known real estate developer behind major projects like the Suffolk Downs redevelopment, is set to enter the Boston mayoral race.
Sources confirm that O'Brien will officially announce his candidacy next week, marking a significant addition to the field of contenders. His entry could reshape the race, given his high profile in the city's development scene. O'Brien's campaign is expected to focus on urban planning, housing, and economic development.
His candidacy may spark debate over the role of developers in city politics.
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Great, another crony capitalist developer trying to run the city—let's hope he believes in getting government out of the way instead of using it to grease the wheels for his projects.
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