A visibly weakened Mayor Thomas M. Menino faced reporters Thursday for the first time in almost seven weeks, showing flashes of humor and openly pondering his political legacy.
Menino, seated for the 16-minute session at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, answered questions about city government, political plans, his lengthy hospital stay, and his recent diagnosis with Type 2 diabetes. After a morning occupational therapy session, Menino appeared tired, frequently closed his eyes, and spoke slowly, a result of antibiotics and painkillers, as well as medical tests, his staff said.
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OMG - It was a pathetic sight with a sick & feeble Menino claiming he will not leave the Mayor's office.