Trump has called for supporters to watch polling places closely. Some call that enthusiasm. Others see intimidation. But in Washington, Maryland and Virginia, some residents say they’re not scared.
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Tobi Raji
Woodrow Wilson High School is getting a new name. It’s about time, local activists and students say.
The District of Columbia school system expects a name to be approved in December. “There's this complacency, it's a white complacency,” a lead activist says.
Aaron Schaffer
How DC youth are adjusting to online counseling during the pandemic
Eight months into the pandemic and Columbia Heights’ Latin American Youth Center has seen an increase in its youth enrollment in counseling services. The Wash spoke with four people connected to the center to better...
Zoë Watkins
Puerto Ricans as first-time presidential voters
Citizens of the United States territory cannot vote in the presidential elections, only the primaries. For native Puerto Ricans who moved to the U.S. after Hurricane Maria, this would be their first time.
Ana Álvarez
How to spot misinformation about the election
With Election Day looming, American University media experts urge voters to be on the lookout for misinformation on social and other media.
Sarah Salem
‘Vote like your life depends on it’
Senior voters, America’s largest active voting bloc, according to Pew Research Center, is also the group most at risk for coronavirus. But that’s not stopping them from voting in this election.
Sarah Welch
International observers — and the Carter Center — turn eyes on U.S. elections
Experts call militia activity and voter intimidation greater threats this year. They want to reassure voters their votes will count.
Zeina Mohammed
Howard holds classes as usual on Election Day, disappointing opponents
American University and George Washington University canceled classes and gave employees paid days off on Nov. 3.
Kimberly Cataudella
Lobbying firm drops Turkey as a client amid pressure from activists and protests
Mercury Public Affairs withdraws representation of the Turkish government after a regional conflict escalates.
Shant Mirzaians
Porch Pirates prey on Hill residents
With more and more Americans staying and working from home, many have opted to have their food, clothes, and other items delivered to their doorstep. Unfortunately, some residents in Capitol Hill never get to see them.
