Currently, Boston has only nine percent of the state's population - but we provide more than 16 percent of the jobs and 19 percent of the state's revenues.

I am also committed to providing city employees with housing assistance.

Boston is known for its innovation.

Diversity gives our city a competitive edge.

The true value of sport is more than the skills that young people learn.

Children need continuity as they grow and learn.

Tonight, I am pleased to announce that I have secured $1 million from the Convention Host Committee to fund the beautification of Boston's neighborhoods.