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Lying Down to Stand up: Beyond Ferguson

Lying Down to Stand up: Beyond Ferguson

Liam Kelsey April 27, 2016

It was a cloudy December day when scores of students gathered on the steps of American University’s Mary Graydon Center, clad in black, signs in hand. 

They carried banners that bore the words “Black Lives Matter,” the slogan of post-Ferguson protests.

Rallying to Support Police: Blue Lives Matter

Angeline Rosato April 27, 2016

“I Support My Man in Blue.” “My Husband Works Hard for You.” “Blue Lives Matter.” 

These are only some of the phrases that adorned handmade signs at the Jan.

Challenging the Government's Use of Torture: CIA Under Fire

Cate Tanenbaum April 27, 2016

Activist groups such as Witness Against Torture and CODEPINK have responded to recent Senate findings on the CIA’s Detention and Interrogation Program, organizing protests around the country.

Occupy Sodastream: Columbia Heights

Julia Rapp April 27, 2016

The Jewish Voice for Peace DC Metro Chapter gathers monthly outside of DC USA, a shopping mall just down the street from Columbia Heights Metro Station.

Street Art for u: U Street

Street Art for u: U Street

Deanna Mudry April 27, 2016

The most striking aspect of the area just a step outside of the U Street metro stop is the street art.

Brunch With a Silver Spoon: Waterfront

Brunch With a Silver Spoon: Waterfront

Laura Saini April 27, 2016

Nutella croissants, huevos rancheros, Berkshire sausage, mimosas and Bloody Marys are  just some of the options you can get at the bistro across the street from the Waterfront Metro Station.

A Greener Green Line: Anacostia

Kim Szarmach April 27, 2016

Walking from the Anacostia Metro Station to Anacostia Park, there is a stark contradiction between the crumbling, littered concrete sidewalks and the serene view of the water and lush greenery ahead.

Finding God on Every Corner: Deanwood

Jess Anderson April 27, 2016

Deanwood marks the last DC metro station on the orange line before the train crosses into Maryland on its way to New Carrolton.

Here Rests in Honored Glory: Arlington Cemetery

Here Rests in Honored Glory: Arlington Cemetery

Lydia Crouthamel April 27, 2016

It was a gloomy Saturday morning, raining steadily on the thousands of graves that spread out seemingly endlessly over the hills of Arlington National Cemetary.

Harry Potter Carries my Wallet: Eastern Market

Harry Potter Carries my Wallet: Eastern Market

Alexa Marie Kelly April 27, 2016

“My favorite purse is a geometry textbook.”

Artist Caitlin Phillips crafts purses, coasters, jewelry and tablet covers out of vintage books.

Congressmen Need Tacos too: Capitol South

Congressmen Need Tacos too: Capitol South

Stephanie Rivera April 27, 2016

If your mouth waters for steamy fajitas, thick guacamole or an inside out burrito (yes, that exists), Tortilla Coast is the go to place.

Located across from the Capitol South Metro stop, T-coast (as most call it) is normally a go-to lunch, dinner and happy hour spot for congressional staffers.

The Lone Baker: Rosslyn

The Lone Baker: Rosslyn

Nicole Gray April 27, 2016

Every day for 18 years, the owner of J’s Cookies has worked 15 hour days, from 4am to 7pm. 

Attached to the Rosslyn Metro stop is the Rosslyn Center, an enclosed area with a handful of shops.

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