Best of Boston

1995 Best Political Intrigue

Governor Weld

Best: Senate president William Bulger. Says he’s “intrigued” by the job of UMass president. Even Better: Boston University president John Silber. Said he was “intrigued” by the job of Boston school superintendent. Absolute Best: Governor Weld. Believed to be “intrigued” by just about any job other than the one he was reelected to.