by Opportunity DC | Jul 31, 2026 | Newsletters
In This Issue: DC’s Tech Frontier: The case for autonomous vehicles FY27 Budget: Mayor refuses to sign the Council’s FY27 budget Tax Watch: More congressional interference + short-sighted tax policy Model Homes: Lessons from around the country on increasing housing...
by Opportunity DC | Jun 30, 2026 | Newsletters
IN THIS ISSUE: Primary Election Results: Analysis on DC’s recent elections FY27 Budget Review: Will our city ever take its medicine? 2027 Special Elections: Which seats are up and who will run? DC Primary Election Results Thank you to everyone who made their voice...
by Opportunity DC | May 30, 2026 | Newsletters
In This Issue: 2026 Voter Guide: Your resource for the primaries—how to vote and for whom FY27 Budget Analysis: Navigating headwinds DC 2050 Comprehensive Plan: Still an opportunity to go further on tackling housing costs A New Look: Opportunity DC launches new...
by Opportunity DC | Apr 8, 2026 | ProsperDC Priority
DC’s cost of living is 53% higher than the national average, with housing costs 144% above the national average. Layers upon layers of fees, regulations, and requirements have made housing production expensive and progress slow. Meaningful yet simple reforms to create...
by Opportunity DC | Apr 8, 2026 | ProsperDC Priority
Too often it feels like DC’s government doesn’t work. Garbage piles up without explanation. Streets don’t get plowed when it snows. Emergency calls to 911 don’t get the urgent attention they deserve. Simple home renovations require inspection after inspection. We...