Did primary turnout in Boston mark a turning point?
Dominance of traditionally high-voting neighborhoods may be over
Dominance of traditionally high-voting neighborhoods may be over
Huge Clinton margins - but lower turnout - in minority precincts mirror her problems nationally
Change would bring more competition, more diverse electorate
City residents turn out for presidential races, but have become increasingly scarce in municipal elections
New system would democratize municipal contests
A sharp decline in children is dramatically reshaping the city
Boston mayoral vote shows big split based on education and income
Boston follows its traditional municipal voting pattern in the preliminary election
Recent special elections put spotlight on changing electorate