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Walsh touts recovery, second chances on national stage

Walsh touts recovery, second chances on national stage

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PHILADELPHIA — Boston Mayor Marty Walsh's big speech at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia began like so many introductions in church basements. "My name is Marty Walsh, and I'm an alcoholic," said the mayor, who has been in recovery for 21 years.

PHILADELPHIA — Boston Mayor Marty Walsh's big speech at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia began like so many introductions in church basements. "My name is Marty Walsh, and I'm an alcoholic," said the mayor, who has been in recovery for 21 years.…