Councilmember Robert WhiteRemembering the Black History of Blagden AlleyMany of us are familiar with DC’s alleyways that occupy the space behind many DC homes. Some of the alleys are made of brick, and most…Feb 24, 2023Feb 24, 2023
Councilmember Robert WhiteIt’s Time to Modernize the Office of the Advisory Neighborhood CommissionsWashington, DC’s Advisory Neighborhood Commissions (ANCs) are the official voice for their neighborhoods, made up of Commissioners who each…Dec 29, 2021Dec 29, 2021
Councilmember Robert WhiteThe Demand for Virtual LearningLast week, I chaired an emergency hearing on the many inexcusable facility issues in schools across the District, like broken HVAC systems…Oct 5, 2021Oct 5, 2021
Councilmember Robert WhiteEquity and Social Justice Issues Funded in DC Council’s FY2022 BudgetToday is a big day for the District of Columbia. My DC Council colleagues and I voted to set funding for the District’s fiscal year 2022…Aug 3, 2021Aug 3, 2021
Councilmember Robert WhiteOffice of ANC Strategic Plan ProposedI hear constantly from ANC Commissioners that they need more resources to do their increasingly difficult jobs. Therefore, I’m proposing a…Jun 7, 2021Jun 7, 2021
Councilmember Robert WhiteNew Housing Bill Takes Quick, Proactive Approach to Affordable HousingToday I introduced a bill to make housing in the District more affordable across the entire city. The Generating Affordability in…May 24, 2021May 24, 2021
Councilmember Robert WhiteThe Business of Caring for All DC ResidentsIn February, Eric Weaver, a tireless advocate for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated residents, told me that residents living in…Mar 16, 2021Mar 16, 2021
Councilmember Robert WhiteIt’s Time to Examine the District’s Education GovernanceOur country and city are in a unique moment where we are taking a fresh look at things, from police brutality to inequities in our…Feb 24, 2021Feb 24, 2021
