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An important piece of context to the Boston mayor’s race: the $5.5 million Josh Kraft spent to fund his campaign represents just 0.04% of his dad’s $13.8 billion fortune.

All that to lose to @wutrain.bsky.social by 49 points and in every ward of every neighborhood.
Forbes screenshot of Robert Kraft net worth page with headshot and text Chairman & CEO, The Kraft Group $13.8B Real Time Net Worth as of 9/10/25 #190 in the world today
September 10, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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pawlbologna.bsky.social
Of all the scammy, weird things the Josh Kraft campaign has done this feels uniquely bad and actually illegal.

The FTC requires that sponsored posts be labeled #ad or #sponsored. For months, Kraft paid Boston influencers thousands of dollars for Instagram posts with no disclosure. #mapoli #bospoli
Screenshot of a Cornell Law page sponsorship disclosure Sponsorship disclosure is a legal requirement that applies to radio, television, and social media, requiring clear identification of sponsored content and its source. In the United States, sponsored material includes any broadcast or post made in exchange for money, services, or other valuable consideration. Political content is also covered (even if no payment is made) to prevent hidden influence over public opinion. See: 47 CFR § 73.1212 - Sponsorship identification; list retention; related requirements. 47 U.S. Code § 317 requires broadcasters to obtain sponsorship details from all involved personnel, and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) enforces compliance. Failure to disclose sponsorship, known as payola, is punishable by fines or imprisonment. On social media, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requires disclosure when there is a “material connection” between the person posting and the brand, including payment, gifts, or employment ties. Influencers must clearly label sponsored posts using terms like #ad or #sponsored. Scrutiny of social media platforms like TikTok, have prompted the FTC and Congress to push for stricter enforcement of disclosure rules, especially in cases involving foreign influence, algorithmic promotion, and youth-targeted content. See: FTC Guidance for Social Media Influencers, FTC’s Endorsement Guides: Being Up-Front With Consumers, 47 U.S. Code § 317 - Announcement of Payment for Broadcast, 16 CFR § 255.5 - Disclosure of Material Connections, 16 CFR § 437.4 - Earnings claims, 47 CFR § 73.1212 - Sponsorship Identification; List Retention; Related Requirements. screenshot of a Josh Kraft video posted to bostonculture account and other influencers in a collaborative post on Instagram screenshot of a @secretboston instagram post of a josh kraft video with no disclosure comments on the secretboston post geno.forpresident 7w Kraft bootlick account? griffinmaxwell 7w girl, who paid you to post this? not_ya_av_drunk_7w Everyone's favorite word is oligarch and oligarchy this year I see renaki68 7w #unsubscribe this is unserious rayon_cuz 7w What's up with a lot of the Boston pages riding for nepo babies? So out of touch nursejchu 7w Unfollowed
September 6, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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mapoli.bsky.social
This looks like the worst cover art ever for a disgusting box of cereal, Autocrac-Os. Is he supposed to look heroic? I feel more constipated than inspired looking at it.
jimaloisi.bsky.social Jim Aloisi @jimaloisi.bsky.social · Jul 25
Even with the seasoning of many years in and out of #mapoli & #bospoli politics, one is still left gobsmacked at a Kraft political campaign that is so delusional that it actually put out a flyer containing this image.
July 27, 2025 at 2:59 AM
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🗳️✉️ Here’s what you need to know to vote-by-mail in Boston’s September 9 Preliminary Municipal Election!

Have a question? Contact the @elections.boston.gov via email at election@boston.gov, via phone at 617-635-8683, or visit them at Room 241 in City Hall.
July 23, 2025 at 8:31 PM
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It’s been five months since Kraft has been asked to share his records – a delay which is intentional. All we’re asking for is a fundamental, basic act of transparency.

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July 22, 2025 at 9:05 PM
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“Wu’s favorability (66%) and job-approval (64%) are sky-high.” 🤗 #bospoli

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New Boston mayoral poll underscores Josh Kraft's Sisyphean task - MASSterList
It’s only July. Bostonians haven’t even figured out how to watch the Sox on the glitch-plagued NESN 360 app, let alone focusing on local politics. But if the results of the latest Boston Globe/Suffolk...
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July 21, 2025 at 11:43 AM
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Boston Mayor Michelle Wu holds commanding 30-point lead over Josh Kraft.
#bospoli #mapoli

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July 21, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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A new Globe/Suffolk poll of the Boston mayoral race has Mayor Michelle Wu leading Josh Kraft 60 / 30. #bospoli www.bostonglobe.com/2025/07/21/m...
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu holds commanding 30-point lead over Josh Kraft, Suffolk University/Boston Globe poll shows - The Boston Globe
The poll of 500 Boston voters likely to participate in the Sept. 9 preliminary election showed a wide gulf between Wu and Kraft, who drew 30 percent support to her 60 percent.
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July 21, 2025 at 11:18 AM