Healey's rise to power marks the first time a woman was elected governor in Massachusetts. She also will be among the first two openly gay women to serve as governor in the country.
The Commonwealth will welcome a new governor Thursday, as Gov.-elect Maura Healey prepares to be inaugurated in what will be a historic event.
As his eight years as Massachusetts governor come to a close, Charlie Baker stopped for handshakes and pictures with well-wishers during the traditional "Lone Walk" from the State House. On Wednesday, outgoing Governor Charlie Baker and outgoing Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito gave Healey and Driscoll gifts symbolizing the ceremonial transfer of power, before taking their lone walk out of the State House.
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