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We’re the District’s legislature and a coequal branch of DC government. On social media, our goal is to engage in an informative and conversational way.

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Council of DC
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13 May 2014
Our intent is to be conversational, informative, and sometimes even enjoyable to read
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Watch live now Roundtable - Hill East Phase II Bundle 2 Disposition Term Sheet Amendment Approval Resolution lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/…
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Born on yesterday’s date in 1924: Home Rule's first-ever Ward 5 Councilmember, William Spaulding, who served from 1975 to 1987. Sadly, he passed away in 2021. Here is a remembrance of his life and accomplishments: bit.ly/3mP6cvJ
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Tomorrow, 1PM Roundtable - Hill East Phase II Bundle 2 Disposition Term Sheet Amendment Approval Resolution lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/…
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Jim Vance says vote! Watch his epic 2016 “vote!” video: nbcwashington.app.link/PInX9… If the late, wise, honest, soulful, no-nonsense, & deeply missed local legend Jim Vance said to vote…you should go vote! Polls/dropboxes are open until 8PM tomorrow Dcboe.org

Vance's View: Go Vote

Have you voted yet? If you’re still on the fence on voting, get off it! Jim Vance explains why everyone — especially millennials — needs to cast their votes in this election.

nbcwashington.app.link
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Watch live now Hearing on Confirmation Resolutions * Board of Pharmacy - Dr. Jewell Reddick - Dr. Stephanie Johnican * Health Benefit Exchange Authority Executive Board - John Auerbach lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/…
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Watch live now Hearing - Short-Term Disability Insurance Benefit Protection Clarification Amendment Act - Cybersecurity and Accountability Act - Captive Insurance Company Amendment Act lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/…
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On yesterday’s date in 1825, Pierre L'Enfant died. He designed the plan (big ups also to Ellicott & Banneker) for the federal capital in DC. He's buried in Arlington Cemetery, overlooking the city he designed. He knew the DC diamond, but never envisioned the Pentagon or octagon.
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Are you a grouch? Do you think “Sure, I’ll support DC statehood…if your damned flag flies to the Moon and back!” Well great, because it already did, in 1969 We’ll just send over the DC statehood paperwork for you to sign. Much obliged. And Happy Flag Day!
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Born on this date: A politician the Post called "passionate & sharp-tongued" & "unfazed by criticism." Who? Not the guy you might have heard about on the news today. Who but...the late At-Large CM Hilda Mason. Here's what Marion Wright Edelman said of her: bit.ly/2JBV1Fx
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Council Restores Funds and Fights Worst of Feared Cuts in Challenging Budget Year dccouncil.gov/council-restor…
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Born on yesterday’s date in 1918-former At-Large Councilmember Jerry Moore. He died in 2017. He served from the dawn of Home Rule until 1985. He was nominated by President Bush to serve as ambassador to Lesotho, but the Senate never acted on the nomination wapo.st/3xnrG6d
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June 13 is a date when the stork smiled on the District of Columbia: * Born on this date in 1927: the late Ben Ali, co-founder (with his wife, Virginia) of DC landmark @benschilibowl * Also celebrating a birthday today: @eleanornorton Her masterpiece: bit.ly/2XHY028
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Yeah, Mother Nature definitely had a couple of extra glasses of wine last night at the paint-and-sip
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The “great wait” (see what we did?) is nearly over! Brave the heat and head to MLK Library tonight for a panel discussion on Advisory Neighborhood Commissions. Among the panelists: obscure former looooooong-serving ANC Commissioner Phil Mendelson
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We are a week away from our panel discussion with early ANCs to learn about what it was like to serve on ANCs over the past 50 years. Moderated by @maustermuhle in the MLK Jr. Library Auditorium @dcpl. Join us for this free event 6/12 @ 6 pm.
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On this date in 2018: the @Capitals Stanley Cup parade through downtown. What a day!
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On this date in 1967, the Supreme Court legalized interracial marriage nationwide. Mildred & Richard Loving got married right here in DC. #LovingDay
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On this date in 2017, Jim Graham left us, far too soon. We miss his passion, his wit, his character, and his panache. He made a profound impact on Ward 1, the District, the region, and the nation. He is sorely missed.
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Folks, please get/stay inside. These storms are gnarly.
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Cc: @capitalweather @dougkammerer
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On this date in 1878, Congress gave us the form of government we’d have during our nearly 100 years *without* Home Rule: 3 presidentially-appointed/Senate-confirmed commissioners (2 civilians & 1 military), with Congress serving as the District's legislature...sigh! #DCStatehood
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