Activists consider housing needs ahead of November election
/As residents of Petworth head to the polls on November 8th, many races are all but decided. Since most DC residents align with the political left, the most competitive races are held during the summer Democratic primaries. The most significant outstanding citywide races are those for the two DC At-Large seats, only one of which can be held by a Democrat.
At the same time, in advance of November, it’s worth reflecting on the platforms and/or performance of Democratic nominees for Mayor Muriel Bowser, DC Council Chairman incumbent Phil Mendelson, and Attorney General candidate Brian Schwab.
Housing is a particularly relevant topic in Petworth as rents continue to rise and pandemic protections expire.
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