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There is something ironic about the fact that Trump supporters, a voter bloc that seized on economic victimhood, celebrated last night’s GOP victory here in the District in the opulent Trump International Hotel.
LEADING THE MORNING NEWS:
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See your local race results. [WTOP]
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Former MayorVincent Gray wins election to D.C. Council in Ward 7. [WJLA, WUSA]
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If you got free food for voting, it was probably illegal. [Washingtonian]
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Freshman Virginia GOP Rep. Barbara Comstock holds on. [AP]
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Crowds displayed many emotions outside the White House last night. [Fox5, Post]
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D.C. trash inspectors dig through your garbage to identify waste law violators. [WUSA]
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A fire broke out in Dupont Circle yesterday. Smoke filled the air. [Fox5, Borderstan]
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A woman was found dead and with multiple stab wounds. [Post, WJLA]
RECENT CITY PAPER STORIES TO HELP YOU MAKE SENSE OF YOUR DAY:
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Well, this part went as expected: The statehood referendum passed overwhelmingly.
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Post-election hangover brunch guide: Fortify yourself this morning.
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A song to get you through this day: Listen to “Tape Two” by Priests.
LOOSE LIPS LINKS, by Will Sommer (tips? wsommer@washingtoncitypaper.com)
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More on Councilmember Elissa Silverman‘s vacant properties bill. [WBJ]
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District government employees do the “Mannequin Challenge.” [DCist]
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Trans man unhappy with insurer coverage files complaint with city. [Blade]
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Learn a whole lot about the Housing Production Trust Fund. [GGW]
ARTS LINKS, by Matt Cohen (tips? mcohen@washingtoncitypaper.com)
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The fourth annual District Improv Festival kicks off tonight. [DCist]
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Read our interview with Henry Rollins. [WCP]
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We’re just going to leave this song right here. [WCP]
YOUNG & HUNGRY LINKS, by Laura Hayes (tips? lhayes@washingtoncitypaper.com)
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Chef José Andrés pens a meaningful story about immigration. [Eater]
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Get a first look into Van Ness’ Soapstone Market. [Washingtonian]
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D.C. bars that are best suited for cold weather. [DC Refined]
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Fairfax County votes no on a meal tax that would have benefitted schools. [WBJ]
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Here’s an 8,273ft sushi roll created in California. [Thrillist]
HOUSING COMPLEX LINKS, by Andrew Giambrone (tips? agiambrone@washingtoncitypaper.com)
Housing Complex links will return next Friday.
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