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Winners and Losers of the 2020 Local Election Cycle
It wasn't a good year for endorsements—unless you're Karl Racine.
Christina Henderson Leads Lazere, Orange, and Goodwin in At-Large Race
Christina Henderson is "cautiously optimistic" after seeing the preliminary results. She would be the third millennial woman elected to the D.C. Council in 2020.
Markus Batchelor Starts His Election Day Close to Home
The Ward 8 State Board of Education member and D.C. Council at-large is fighting for recognition in a crowded field.
Christina Henderson Is Crossing Her Fingers
The first-time candidate is looking for an upset victory in the D.C. Council at-large race.
At-Large Candidates Try To Make History As First Latinx Councilmembers
Mónica Palacio and Franklin Garcia make final pitches to voters on Election Day.
On His Second Election Day as a Council Candidate, Ed Lazere Feels “Really Good”
With support from local progressive groups and plenty of financing, the policy wonk appears to be a frontrunner in the at-large race.
What Would Ranked Choice Voting Mean for Crowded D.C. Races?
The voting process aims to make sure winning candidates also get 50 percent of the vote.
Vincent Orange’s Bold Endorsements
He's got support from Jack Evans, Harry Thomas Jr., John Ray, Harold Brazil, and Sandra Allen, to name a few.
Where Does Marcus Goodwin Fit In?
The 31-year-old developer's second run at an at-large Council seat finds him at the intersection of the old guard and progressive upstarts.
Vincent Orange Sends Text Blast to Republicans
He claims to be a fiscally conservative "Independent Progressive Democrat."
D.C. Residents in Federal Prisons Can Vote This Year, But Hurdles to Casting Ballots Remain
Unanimously passed Council legislation lets Washingtonians in federal prisons vote in local and federal elections. But the Federal Bureau of Prisons is making it difficult for advocates to reach all eligible voters.
The Marcus Goodwin Flip-Flop Tracker
Different opinions on the streetcar, congestion pricing, eviction moratorium, tipped wages, and other pressing issues!
The State of the Campaign, According to Vincent Bernard Orange, Sr.
Orange delivered a speech to a 50-person crowd at the Mansion on O Street in Dupont Sunday evening.
Ed Lazere is Well Positioned for Election to the D.C. Council. But Will Critics Stop His Ascent?
If elected, the longtime policy wonk would add to the Council's growing progressive bloc.
Republicans Are Worried About D.C. Statehood
Some congressional Republicans are campaigning against giving 705,000 residents voting representation and full autonomy in their bids for reelection. Others are introducing bills to undermine D.C. statehood.
D.C. At-Large Councilmember Voters Guide 2020
The good news, D.C., is that you have options when it comes to selecting the next two at-large councilmembers.
Lazere, Goodwin, and Orange Dominate At-Large Debate
The evening was characterized by discussions of ethics, flip-flops, and reserve spending.
Former MLS Player Amir Lowery Begins His Political Career With an Uphill Battle
The D.C. native is one of eight challengers taking on D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton.
Pinto Cleared in Campaign Finance Complaint
Complainant Lauren Wolfe plans to appeal.
Does Christina Henderson have a Chance to Win an At-Large Seat?
The former D.C. Council staffer faces more than 20 challengers.
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