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Nov 02, 2020

Here’s Why Some D.C. Businesses Are Boarding Up For Election Day

According to one business owner, “If there is going to be unrest, the nucleus of that will be right here.”

Oct 30, 2020

Here’s What Local Activists Have Planned On And Around Election Day

From handing out water, snacks, and PPE at polling places, to a watch party at Black Lives Matter Plaza.

Sep 15, 2020

Everything You Need To Know About Voting In D.C.

It’s going to be an election like no other this year, and we’ve got everything you need to know on voting in person, early, or by mail.

Aug 17, 2020

Here’s How To Make Sure Your Ballot Gets Counted In D.C., Maryland, And Virginia

In D.C. and Maryland, you’ll be able to drop off your completed ballot at designated locations. In Virginia, voters will have one of the nation’s longest early-vote periods.

Feb 24, 2020

D.C. Board Of Elections Told Thousands Of Voters The Wrong Primary Election Date

The relatively high number of voters who received the wrong primary date was likely linked to D.C.’s new automatic voter registration system.

Nov 21, 2018

D.C. Considers Law That Grants Workers Two Paid Hours To Vote On Election Day

“Guaranteeing leave is one way we can remove some of the practical barriers to higher voter participation,” said Ward 3 Councilmember Mary Cheh.

Nov 09, 2018

Election Day Is Over, But You Might Still Be Seeing Campaign Signs For The Next Few Weeks

“Immediately after Election Day, all of those things become litter.”

Nov 07, 2018

Cautious Optimism For Far-Flung Races And Deflating Balloons: The Mood At D.C. Election Watch Parties

“Can I get some shots?” one partygoer asked the bartender after a particularly tough call from CNN.

Nov 06, 2018

After Bruising Campaign, Councilmember Silverman Warns Mayor Not To ‘Sweep Things Under The Rug’

Bowser says she has a great relationship with the D.C. Council.

Nov 05, 2018

‘Doughnut Tell Me Barack Obama Is Here!’ Say Campaign Volunteers In Fairfax

Campaign volunteers gathered at a discreet election office in Fairfax strip mall ahead of a “get out the vote” effort. And then the former president walked in.

 
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