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…3 min read·Feb 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…3 min read·Dec 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…3 min read·Oct 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…4 min read·Aug 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…2 min read·Jun 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…1 min read·May 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…2 min read·Mar 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…3 min read·Feb 24, 2021----