NO! Opposition to the city's Olympic bid had surged — perhaps not unexpectedly. After all, since revolutionaries forced the British out of town, Bostonians have reflexively fought outside forces telling them what to do. Illustration by Kim Maxwell Vu.
Olympic Bid Draws Power Players: Headed by John Fish, the private group tasked with bringing the 2024 Olympics to Boston includes titans of business, academia and politics — a bipartisan constellation of bold-faced names with connections to nearly every power player in Massachusetts. Graphic and design by Kim Maxwell Vu.
LEFT – Beacon Hill Fog: Massachusetts' opaque democracy makes it difficult for citizens to participate. Illustration by Kim Maxwell Vu.
MIDDLE – Karyn Polito's Agenda: What she gets to do with her new job is largely up to Governor Charlie Baker. Photo by Wendy Maeda.
RIGHT – Hub Of The GOP Universe: Shrewsbury commands disproportionate influence on Beacon Hill. Photo illustration by Kim Maxwell Vu.
The Great Debate: Governor Charlie Baker has filled his administration with Democrats and Republicans, liberals and conservatives. He says their differing views (and inevitable disagreements) will lead to better decision-making — but some in his party are apprehensive. Illustration by Curt Merlo.
Patrick Out, Baker In: The days since the November election have been full of public pomp and circumstance for the outgoing governor, Deval Patrick, and his successor, Charlie Baker. But behind the scenes were quieter moments too. Photos by Pat Greenhouse.
The New Hampshire 115: If you’re a Republican presidential candidate, these are the activists you want on your team. Design by Kim Maxwell Vu.
Run! Run! Run! It's not just 'Run Warren Run' and Ready for Hillary.' The New Hampshire presidential primary has a long history of activists trying to draft candidates into the race. Design by Kim Maxwell Vu. Vintage political buttons courtesy of Andrew Nelson, Legacy Americana and OldPoliticals.com.
LEFT – Word Games: A glossary of useful and confounding Beacon Hill budget lingo. Photo by Kim Maxwell Vu and Jonathan Wiggs.
MIDDLE – Preparing For Battle: If Maggie Hassan challenges Senator Kelly Ayotte in 2016, it will be among the most important races in the nation.
RIGHT – A Field Guide to the New Hampshire Town Hall Meeting: The crowds are often full of not-quite-regular voters. Illustration by Chi Birmingham.
Who's On Top: Nineteen Republican presidential hopefuls were scheduled to speak at a two-day fund-raiser in New Hampshire. To herald this unofficial primary kickoff, the Globe has ranked the prospects of all 19 speakers. Illustrations by Darren Thompson
LEFT – The Connectors: Four political operatives who help candidates make an entrance in New Hampshire. Illustration by Raymond Biesinger.
RIGHT – Meet Mister Marijuana: For decades, lawyer Dick Evans has argued for the legalization of pot. Illustration by Cristiana Couceiro.
New Hampshire: Making Primary History Since 1916. Illustration by MUTI.
