Building The 51st

Building The 51st

This moment isn’t normal, but here’s our glimmer of hope

Lessons from a cooperative businesses conference, and being a part of a larger movement

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Maddie Poore Oct 16, 2025

Building The 51st

Why real D.C. news is so important right now

With powerful people spreading misinformation about our city, The 51st’s work is more vital than ever.

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Christina Sturdivant Sani Oct 7, 2025

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One year of publishing The 51st

And what a year it's been!

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Christina Sturdivant Sani Oct 1, 2025

Building The 51st

What you’ve made possible through the power of community

It’s a scary time in D.C. This is our bright spot.

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The 51st Aug 12, 2025

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Final Day: $51,000 left to raise

Feels like a sign.

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Maddie Poore Aug 8, 2025

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You’ve said so many nice things

Five days left and a long way to go. But I believe we can do this!

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Maddie Poore Aug 4, 2025

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Doubling down on D.C. news

An invitation to do what you can (and have your impact doubled!)

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Eric Falquero Jul 30, 2025

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Probably the only time you could prove Martin Austermuhle wrong

Is there a better feeling?

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Maddie Poore Jul 23, 2025

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What do you love about the District? We asked, you answered

Plus, what would you do if you were mayor?

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George Kevin Jordan Jul 22, 2025

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Help us hire Martin Austermuhle!

The 51st is growing — but we can’t do it without you.

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Christina Sturdivant Sani Jul 14, 2025

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We would never waste $50 million on a wedding

Here's what we could do with 2% of Bezos’ wedding budget.

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The 51st Jul 8, 2025

Building The 51st

We received our 501c3 Status!

A welcome piece of good news and an important time to support our work

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The 51st Jun 16, 2025