For some politicians, a rising national profile means losing touch with their constituents. For Maryland Democrat Jamie Raskin, his plugged-in supporters take a different view.
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Hayden Godfrey
Bowser likely to win DC Mayor. But three opponents are taking her on.
In heavily Democratic Washington, D.C., three other candidates approach the city from a variety of views.
Ron Simon III
Deciding whether ‘too old’ or ‘too young’ matters
Voters consider whether candidates with 40-plus years of experience or new kids on the block make for better elected officials. The age question is ‘gaining traction.’
Alex Fernandez
Where does Ukraine count in the midterms?
Some voters in deep-blue Northern Virginia say they support U.S. military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine. But the election could affect U.S. policy under new congressional leadership.
Ibrahim Aksoy
Maryland’s vote to legalize marijuana could impact racial injustice
A constitutional amendment legalizing recreational cannabis is on the ballot, with polls showing large support. Advocates hope it will fight disproportionate impacts on racial minorities but some say it may not do...
Ileana Garnand
An ‘underdog’ story in D.C. Council race
How does it feel to run as a Republican candidate in heavily Democratic Washington, D.C?
Nami Hijikata
3000 M St. saga may finally be at an end
With the D.C. Office of Zoning to vote on 3000 M St.'s planned unit development (PUD) application and map amendment this December, the ground could be broken on a new hotel with attached retail space as early as 2023.
Dillin Bett
Atmosphere around abortion issue tense in the District as midterms approach
Months after the fall of Roe v. Wade, the battle for reproductive rights in the District still rages.
Shwetha Surendran
NPS changing its posture towards homeless encampments in the District
The National Park Service is changing its posture toward homeless encampments located on Park Service land.
First Mobility District comes to Southwest D.C.
Mayor Bowser announced a new neighborhood initiative in Southwest D.C. that will make the Capital Waterfront more accessible to the city.
Alexandra Rivera