Boston Marathon Winner Elected to Kenyan Parliament
Wesley Korir of Kenya smiles after crossing the finish line to win the men’s division of the 116th Boston Marathon in Boston, Massachusetts April 16, 2012. REUTERS/Brian Snyder (UNITED STATES – Tags: SPORT ATHLETICS) – RTR30TD3
Wesley Korir won the Boston marathon in 2012.
And he’s coming back to Boston next month to try for a second victory.
He’s also just won another race — he was elected to the Kenyan Parliament.
Anchor Marco Werman speaks to Korir about his politics and his running.
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