Readers say Boston shouldn't host the 2028 Democratic National Convention. Here's why.

Boston is a finalist to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention, competing with Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, and Philadelphia. Leaders and organizers met during the DNC’s final site visit as supporters promoted Boston’s walkability, public transit, and public safety infrastructure for accommodating tens of thousands of delegates, media, and visitors. DNC chair Ken Martin described the convention as an economic boon and said it could bring close to 50,000 people to the city. Mayor Michelle Wu emphasized accessibility and event readiness. A Massachusetts Republican Party chair also supported the bid, citing potential financial benefits amid high office vacancy and business costs. Some readers questioned whether Boston should host the event, including concerns about choosing a swing state instead.

"Boston is one of five finalist cities alongside Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, and Philadelphia under consideration to host the convention. State and city leaders, convention organizers, and business advocates gathered Monday at Big Night Live for the Democratic National Committee's final site visit in its five-city tour. Supporters pitched Boston as a walkable, transit-friendly city capable of hosting tens of thousands of delegates, media members, and visitors."

"DNC chair Ken Martin called the convention "a great economic boon for any city," noting it could bring "close to 50,000 delegates, guests, and members of the press" to Boston. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu pointed to the city's infrastructure and accessibility as major selling points. "Logistically, our city's walkability, easy public transit, and excellent public safety infrastructure have made us the go-to hub for major events and gatherings all year round," Wu said."

"Even Amy Carnevale, chairwoman of the Massachusetts Republican Party, voiced support for Boston's bid, citing the possible financial benefits for the city and state. "With 24% of Boston's office space vacant and the cost of doing business 49th highest in the country, Massachusetts can't afford to turn away any business, even from our Democrat friends," Carnevale said in a statement. "At a time when businesses are leaving Massachusetts in droves, we welcome contrasting the economic policies driven by the Governor of Massachusetts to the policies of Governors of the most competitive economic states led by Republicans.""

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