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Weld named a partner at Boston law firm

Former governor will also consult

William F. Weld, the former Massachusetts governor who left to practice law and delve ­into venture capital in New York for the last 15 years, is return­ing to Massachusetts to become a partner in one of ­Boston’s largest law firms and a consultant to its lobbying arm.

Weld will become a partner at Mintz Levin and a principal at ML Strategies, the law firm’s government relations affiliate. He will focus on serving both international and domestic clients, the firm said Tuesday.

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My bet: he plans to run if Kerry gets promoted to SecState

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I hope Weld plans to run against Kerry when Obama loses re-election and Kerry doesn't get that job!!!!! Weld was the best politician this state has had in 35 years! (Cellucci was a close-second.)