"Mayor's Apology Sparks Healing and Acknowledgment of Racial Injustice in Boston"
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu issued a heartfelt apology to Willie Bennett and Alan Swanson, who were wrongfully identified as suspects in the Charles Stuart murder case. Wu acknowledged the unjust, racist, and unfair treatment they endured and expressed remorse for the city's past abuse and bias. The apology, prompted by a reinvestigation of the case, marks a significant step towards healing and accountability. However, the question of justice and reparations remains unanswered, with calls for apologies from all of Boston's institutions involved and reparations for the victims. The apology signifies a changed Boston, but the work of reconciliation is just beginning.