Boston Holiday Party for Lawmakers of Color Sparks Controversy

Critics Accuse Event of Contributing to 'Resegregation,' While Supporters Emphasize Importance of Spaces for Shared Experiences

A Boston holiday party intended for lawmakers of color sparked controversy after a City Hall aide mistakenly invited the entire Boston City Council, including its seven white members.
State Representative Russell Holmes, a founder of the 'Electeds of Color' group, said the annual event is not about exclusion of white people and that identity-based political groups are not unusual.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, who hosted the party, said the group offered a 'space to build coalitions and represent community,' and she was proud to host many holiday parties.
Critics, including conservative radio host Howie Carr, have labeled the event as part of the 'resegregation of America,' accusing the Left of replacing old forms of discrimination with new ones.
Despite the controversy, many council members and attendees defended the event, emphasizing the importance of creating spaces for shared experiences among historically marginalized groups.