To welcome you and ease your transition to D.C., I’m writing again. I’ve already introduced you to your councilmember. Now let’s talk about your new hotel, just blocks from the White House.
All in DC
Dear Donald, Meet Your Councilmember
In just a month you’ll not only become president of the United States but also a resident of the District of Columbia. To help smooth your transition to D.C. (where you’re not too popular), I’ll be briefing you on local issues. Let’s begin with your local representative.
Post Buries Scandals of Rhee and Henderson
When it comes to covering education the Washington Post is nothing if not consistent. For nearly a decade, as Michelle Rhee and then her close friend Kaya Henderson headed up D.C. Public Schools, the Post was their cheerleader. And now, even after the anti-union duo has departed, the Post carries on.
See Ya, Kaya: The IMPACT on Teachers
This is the third of a three-part series on Kaya Henderson.
See Ya, Kaya: The Achievement Gap
This is Part 2 of a 3-part series on Kaya Henderson’s leadership of DCPS.
See Ya, Kaya: ‘Legacy of Progress’?
This is the first in a three-part series on Kaya Henderson’s time atop DCPS.
Today is Vincent Orange’s first official day heading up the D.C. Chamber of Commerce. It’s also his last as a member of the D.C. Council. The latter is not by choice.
“We cover Uber as we would any other company,” Post executive editor Marty Baron wrote in an email response to submitted questions. “Jeff Bezos has never had any influence over our coverage.”
Some Go to Jail - Not Jack Evans
In New York, two top legislators will soon be reporting to prison. Virginia’s former governor is trying to avoid two years behind bars. Meanwhile in D.C., despite similar conflicts of interest, Jack Evans is cruising to reelection for a record-breaking seventh term on the D.C. Council.
Post Downplays Potential Pay-To-Play
A potential “pay-to-play” involving a city leader asking for a large donation from a contractor accused of stealing millions and serving kids spoiled food. That’s about as juicy a local story as they come, unless you’re the Washington Post.
The Post vs. Vincent Gray
D.C.’s paper of record, while maintaining its reputation as an objective news source, is on the verge of swinging the mayoral election.
The Post has favorites and Jim Graham isn’t one of them
The Washington Post has called for the resignation of yet another member of the D.C. Council. And who is the Post going after this time?