Mass. elected officials are facing a string of scandals. How that's shaping our politics
Aug 30, 2026
Boston Globe columnist Adrian Walker and former Boston City Councilor Josh Zakim join WBUR's Morning Edition to discuss what these kinds of scandals do to communities and politics.
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AI GeneratedThis discussion examines the recent surge of corruption scandals involving elected officials in Massachusetts, including fraud and extortion charges. Guests Adrian Walker and Josh Zakim discuss how these recurring scandals erode public trust in local government, the historical context of political corruption in the state, and the complex dynamics of constituent loyalty.