James M. Kelly (Boston politician)

James M. Kelly
Member of the Boston City Council from the District 2
In office 1984–2007
Preceded by	District Created
Succeeded by	Bill Linehan
President of the Boston City Council
In office 1994–2000
Preceded by	Thomas Menino
Succeeded by	Charles Yancey
Personal details
Born	1940
Died	2006
Nationality	American

James M. Kelly (1940–2007), of Boston, Massachusetts, served on the Boston City Council for 23 years from 1983 until his death, representing South Boston, the South End and Chinatown. He was City Council president 1994–2000, succeeded by Charles Yancey.

Kelly had previously been one of the leading opponents of court ordered busing to achieve racial integration in public schools during the 1970s. He continued to fight such plans as a member of the city council. He also attacked mandated housing integration and affirmative action.

Kelly was a graduate of South Boston High School and was a sheet metal worker before entering politics.

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