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The Politics Hour with Kojo Nnamdi

Join Kojo and resident analyst Tom Sherwood on Fridays at noon for our weekly review of the politics, policies and personalities in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. Each week Kojo and... Read more

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D.C. Councilmember Trayon White on why the National Guard might help stop the violence

D.C. Councilmember Trayon White on why the National Guard might help stop the violence

Gun violence continues to claim more lives in the District. In 2023, 161 people have been murdered in the city – a 28% i... Read more

11 Aug 2023

49mins

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Maryland Governor Wes Moore on education reform, the FBI, and keeping the Commanders

Maryland Governor Wes Moore on education reform, the FBI, and keeping the Commanders

It’s been an eventful first seven months in office for Maryland Governor Wes Moore. Cannabis became legal in the state. ... Read more

4 Aug 2023

49mins

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Is football only a few plays away from coming back to the District?

Is football only a few plays away from coming back to the District?

On Thursday, a new bipartisan bill was introduced in the House that could be the next play in bringing football back to ... Read more

28 Jul 2023

49mins

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Can General Manager Randy Clarke Fix Metro?

Can General Manager Randy Clarke Fix Metro?

Metro is facing unprecedented challenges. A serious drop in ridership, infrastructure issues, and lack of dedicated fund... Read more

21 Jul 2023

49mins

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D.C. Councilmember Zachary Parker explains his support for an emergency crime bill

D.C. Councilmember Zachary Parker explains his support for an emergency crime bill

The D.C. Council passed an emergency public safety bill this week, legislation some think will help stem the increase in... Read more

14 Jul 2023

49mins

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Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich on newly legal marijuana businesses

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich on newly legal marijuana businesses

Over the weekend, marijuana shops opened across Maryland as recreational sales become legal in the state. Montgomery Cou... Read more

7 Jul 2023

49mins

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D.C. Councilmember Brianne Nadeau is changing how sexual harassment accusations are investigated

D.C. Councilmember Brianne Nadeau is changing how sexual harassment accusations are investigated

In the wake of recent sexual harassment revelations against a former deputy mayor, D.C. Councilmember Brianne Nadeau is ... Read more

30 Jun 2023

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Drama, cliffhangers, and upsets defined this year’s Virginia primary elections

Drama, cliffhangers, and upsets defined this year’s Virginia primary elections

Virginia's primary elections were held this week after a campaign season that was full of drama and emotion. We wrap up ... Read more

23 Jun 2023

49mins

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D.C. Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie wants to bring the Washington Commanders home

D.C. Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie wants to bring the Washington Commanders home

With a likely change in ownership, the Washington Commanders will soon accelerate their search for a new home. At-Large ... Read more

16 Jun 2023

49mins

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Why D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson thinks rent hikes should be capped

Why D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson thinks rent hikes should be capped

Due to the ongoing Canadian wildfires, unhealthy air quality continues to plague the region. WAMU environment reporter J... Read more

9 Jun 2023

49mins

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