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Welcome to DC Insider, your go-to source for everything related to Washington, D.C. Our mission is to provide insightful and comprehensive coverage of the political, cultural, and social landscape of the nation’s capital.

At DC Insider, we believe that understanding Washington goes beyond just following the news. Our team of experienced journalists and local experts delve into the stories that shape the city— from the halls of Congress to the vibrant neighborhoods that make D.C. unique. We aim to empower our readers with the knowledge they need to navigate both the political arena and everyday life in this dynamic city.

Whether you’re a long-time resident, a newcomer, or simply curious about D.C., our publication offers in-depth articles, interviews, and commentary that reflect the diverse voices and perspectives of Washington. Join us as we explore the heart of the nation and uncover the stories that matter.

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Editorial Team

Director

Margarett StrackeM
Margarett Stracke

Margarett Stracke is a seasoned journalist and director at DC Insider, where she oversees coverage of the nation's capital. With a keen eye for political nuance, she leads her team in delivering sharp, insider-driven reporting on Washington's power players and policy shifts.

Editor-in-Chief

Jamila HayesJ
Jamila Hayes

Jamila Hayes is a passionate writer and local historian dedicated to showcasing the vibrant culture and hidden gems of Washington, District of Columbia. Through her insightful articles, she connects readers with the city’s rich narratives and diverse communities.

Editors

Kathleen GoyetteK
Kathleen Goyette

Kathleen Goyette hones every story to its sharpest edge, ensuring DC Insider's reporting cuts through the capital's dense political fog with clarity and wit. Her editorial hand balances urgency with nuance, shaping narratives that hold power accountable while keeping readers deeply engaged.

Marian LeeM
Marian Lee

Marian Lee brings a reporter's instinct and an editor's rigor to every piece, weaving context into clarity for DC Insider's audience. She champions stories that dissect policy's human toll, turning dry procedural battles into narratives that resonate far beyond the Beltway.

Writers

Brent BauchB
Brent Bauch

Brent Bauch tracks the human stories behind Washington's legislative battles, translating arcane policy debates into the everyday stakes that define American lives. His reporting finds the heartbeat in the Federal Register, where a single rule can reshape communities miles beyond the National Mall.

Bud KuhlmanB
Bud Kuhlman

Bud Kuhlman chronicles the capital's cultural undercurrents, where art and activism collide with policy. His writing captures the texture of Washington beyond the marble, revealing how everyday life is shaped by the decisions made on the Hill.

Carter BalistreriC
Carter Balistreri

Carter Balistreri tracks the quiet maneuverings that move D.C.'s agenda, turning whispered tips into hard-hitting narratives. His writing thrives on the overlooked detail, exposing how the city's official story often hides its real one.

Gerhard MorissetteG
Gerhard Morissette

Gerhard Morissette unearths the capital's untold stories from the shadows of its marble halls, where handshakes outweigh votes and memos rewrite laws. His reporting chases the threads that connect lobbying floors to committee rooms, revealing how the city's real decisions happen before the cameras arrive.

Jennyfer LarsonJ
Jennyfer Larson

Jennyfer Larson turns fleeting hallway conversations into deeply sourced dispatches, tracing how personal grudges and fragile alliances reshape the capital's agenda. Her stories spotlight the human impulses behind institutional facades, giving readers a backstage pass to Washington's unscripted moments.

Jerad StarkJ
Jerad Stark

Jerad Stark cuts through the capital's noise with a scalpel, dissecting the deals and dramas that shape policy from the inside out. His reporting turns the Beltway's backroom mechanics into stories that hit with precision and purpose.

Jovan Wiegand-BodeJ
Jovan Wiegand-Bode

Jovan Wiegand-Bode burrows into the regulatory weeds, exposing how obscure agencies and arcane rulings quietly redraw the lines of power. His work demystifies the federal machinery, turning paperwork into a map of influence that even Beltway insiders find revealing.

Mariano TerryM
Mariano Terry

Mariano Terry navigates the capital's labyrinthine corridors with a reporter's tenacity, unearthing the stories that others overlook. His prose turns complex policy into compelling narratives, keeping readers one step ahead of the political curve.

Sigrid SchowalterS
Sigrid Schowalter

Sigrid Schowalter charts the human equations behind the capital's decisions, from committee rooms to kitchen tables. Her stories turn dry legislative text into the lived reality of Washington's diverse communities.

Tyrell TrompT
Tyrell Tromp

Tyrell Tromp covers the capital's digital frontier, where data leaks and algorithmic decisions shape policy in unseen ways. His reporting decodes the tech-policy nexus, translating complex systems into stories about power and privacy.

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