Why Statehood?
Since the founding of the District of Columbia in 1790, the rights of the residents within the District have changed over time. The twenty-third...
Commemorating Juneteenth
On Monday, June 19th, I witnessed what may establish a historical tradition for the DC African American community. It was the 2nd Annual Juneteenth...
Thou Shalt Not Kill
Last month there was a breakfast meeting of Wards 7 and 8 clergy and faith leaders with the owners of east-of-the-river funeral homes to...
An Interview with Brenda Richardson
To paraphrase Frederick Douglass, the lion of Anacostia, we must embrace our environment in all its grandeur and all its disgrace.
Brenda Richardson, a Ward...
Let’s Build on DC’s Progress in 2019
As we collectively utter, “I can’t believe this year is almost over,” it’s worth looking back at all that happened and start to think...
All About Energy Assistance
Did you know that July officially starts the beginning of the scheming season?! What better way to celebrate America’s birthday than by scheming on...
Foraging: The East Washingtonian
As a child I grew up foraging. I recall riding my bike for hours with my cousins, running in and out the house for...
Give Us Statehood Now!
I watched the final vote in the second impeachment trial of Donald Trump with a mixture of frustration and anger. The frustration was that...
Join Community Conversation on the Hope Project Wednesday
Join Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. (D) in a discussion with the community and Raymond Bell, Jr., founder of The Hope Project. The...
Pannell: Focus on Neighborhoods to Move Forward
The redistricting of the wards is complete. The demographic and statistical profile of Ward 8 has changed dramatically. Its boundaries now include the Navy...
