Boston Mayor Michelle was poised to secure a second term Tuesday, running in an uncontested general election that was effectively decided two months ago when her top challenger dropped out of the race, according to unofficial vote tallies.

“Four years ago, we sent a message from every corner of our city that Boston is a home for everyone,” Wu told supporters during an election night party at Grace by Nia in the Seaport Tuesday night. “We are the city of champions, the cradle of liberty, the safest major city in the country, because we honor our roots. We learn from our history, draw strength from our diversity and empower our people.”

The Roslindale resident battled through the spring and summer in an elbows-out campaign against nonprofit leader Josh Kraft, who sharply lodged his discont

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