Large Papi is on the Wu prepare.
Boston Crimson Sox legend and Corridor of Famer David Ortiz is backing Michelle Wu for mayor, the Wu marketing campaign introduced Thursday.
“Boston has always been special to me, and I care deeply about its future,” Ortiz stated in a press release. “I’ve gotten to know Mayor Wu and I’m impressed by her dedication to bringing folks collectively throughout our neighborhoods.
“That’s why I’m proud to support Mayor Wu — because Boston deserves someone who shows up for all of us.”
Ortiz, 49, was a part of three World Collection championships with the Crimson Sox and was inducted into the Baseball Corridor of Fame in 2022. He works as an MLB studio analyst for FOX Sports, and lives in Florida, in line with his FOX community biography.
Wu, who’s searching for a second time period, stated she was “honored” by the endorsement.
“To have the support of Red Sox legend David Ortiz means the world to me — not just as a fan, but as someone who believes deeply in the spirit of Boston,” Wu stated in a press release. “Large Papi has all the time represented the center of our neighborhood and I’m honored by his endorsement.
“This is our city — and together, we’ll keep making Boston a home for everyone.”
Wu, 40, is dealing with a problem from Josh Kraft, a son of the billionaire New England Patriots proprietor Robert Kraft and longtime philanthropist; neighborhood activist Domingos DaRosa and Metropolis Corridor worker Kerry Augustin.
As of Thursday, eight different candidates had filed paperwork to run for mayor.
Wu’s marketing campaign stated Wednesday that it had turned in 3,500 signatures on the primary day of signature assortment. Kraft’s marketing campaign countered Thursday by saying that it had collected 6,500 signatures on the primary day.
Mayoral candidates have to submit 3,000 signatures to look on the autumn poll.
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