WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Opportunity DC announced its official slate of endorsements for the 2026 DC Council races, backing Phil Mendelson for...
Opportunity DC Endorsements for DC Council Races
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Opportunity DC Endorses Kenyan McDuffie for Mayor
McDuffie’s effective leadership and track record on economic opportunity and affordability for District residents makes him the clear choice for...
“Rank Your Vote DC” Launches First Ads to Educate Voters
Six-figure digital and streaming video ad campaign uses Ben’s Chili Bowl’s iconic food to demystify ranked choice voting ahead of DC’s June primary...
Opportunity DC Launches “Rank Your Vote DC” Voter Education Campaign
Campaign will make six-figure investment after new polling shows 2 in 3 Black voters are unaware the District has adopted new voting system...
RFK Now! Applauds Final Passage of RFK Campus Redevelopment Act
DC Council Approves Historic Deal to Create Housing, Jobs, Economic Opportunity WASHINGTON, DC — RFK Now!, the grassroots campaign mobilizing...
“RFK Now!”Launches to Bring Commanders Home
DC leaders, residents unite to urge Council approval of RFK plan that delivers housing, jobs, new home for the Washington Commanders Ahead of Key...
Opportunity DC Urges Swift Passage of RFK Redevelopment Bill After Removal from FY26 Budget
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, D.C. – As the DC Council advances the FY26 Budget Support Act (BSA), Opportunity DC is calling for urgent action...
Opportunity DC Endorses Mike Austin for Ward 8 Council
WASHINGTON D.C. – Opportunity DC is endorsing Mike Austin to represent Ward 8 on the DC Council. After reviewing the field for July’s special...
Opportunity DC Poll Finds Voter Support for Housing Reforms and DC Mayor’s RENTAL Act
New Poll: Majority of DC Voters Strongly Support Housing Reforms and DC Mayor’s RENTAL Act The cost of buying and renting is a “huge problem” for...
March 2025 Newsletter: Protecting District Health Care
The Federal City Council is leading an effort to urge Congress to protect the District’s 70% federal Medicaid match.
Primary Victories by Every Council Candidate Opportunity DC Endorsed
DC Voters Side with Pragmatic Leaders Pinto, Trayon White, and Felder to Move the District Forward
FY25 Budget Update: Pluses & Minuses
Last week, the DC Council held its first vote on the FY25 budget. This has been a challenging budget year as lawmakers grappled with slow economic growth and the expiration of Covid-era federal funding.
Candidate Endorsements in DC Council Primary Contests
Candidate Endorsements in DC Council Primary Contests
Poll: Crime is the #1 Issue in DC
In 2023, DC had its highest murder rate since 1997, while crime decreased in most other places across the country. Opportunity DC conducted polling...
Civic and Business Leaders Release Public Safety Letter
On January 21st, 2024 Opportunity DC circulated a letter calling on lawmakers and relevant agencies to pass and implement critical public safety...
Poll: Crime is the #1 Issue in DC
In 2023, DC had its highest murder rate since 1997, while crime decreased in most other places across the country. Opportunity DC conducted polling in September to ensure that lawmakers understand the preferences and perspectives of District residents, not just the loudest voices in the room or those on X.
Opportunity DC IEC Congratulates At-Large Councilmember-Elect McDuffie’s Victory
WASHINGTON – Earlier this year, civic leaders came together to launch the Opportunity DC Independent Expenditure Committee (IEC) to educate District...
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