Last words from Lewis George and McDuffie

Plus, how non-citizen voters feel about going to the polls.

Hey neighbors,

Tomorrow's the big day! Find your nearest polling place or dust off that mail-in ballot (just make sure you use a ballot drop box). Still haven't registered to vote? Fear not, you can register in person tomorrow if you bring proof of D.C. residency (here are acceptable documents for citizens and non-citizens).

Not sure who you're voting for? We've got you. Here's our voter guide and a roundup of our election coverage thus far.

If you need more convincing, we've got a last word from each of the lead mayoral candidates. Janeese Lewis George wrote an opinion piece on how she'll address affordability and rising Pepco bills, and Kenyan McDuffie wrote an opinion piece on how he'll defend D.C.'s autonomy and economy.

We also have an article on how non-citizen voters feel about going to the polls (or not) amidst heightened immigration enforcement and as Republican attacks put a national spotlight on non-citizens' right to vote in D.C. You can read the Spanish version at El Tiempo Latino, who we'll be teaming up with tomorrow for election coverage. Follow us on Bluesky, Twitter, and Instagram for election updates.

—Abigail


Opinion: Washington needs a mayor ready to meet this moment

(Maddie Poore)

Under my administration, economic growth will be inclusive across all communities, connected to our residents in need, and fiscally disciplined.


Opinion: For affordable bills, we need to put people first, not Pepco

(Maddie Poore)

As mayor, I’ll implement a comprehensive, 10-point plan to lower the cost of our energy bills.


Noncitizens can vote in D.C.'s local election, but many are afraid to do so

(Maddie Poore)

Amid an upsurge in immigration enforcement, many are hesitant to head to the polls.

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