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Sam Delgado

D.C. doulas are struggling to serve low-income families despite landmark legislation

Facing high maternal mortality rates, the District made doula care free for Medicaid patients. But experts say the benefit isn't working out in practice.
By Sam Delgado, published 10/15/26
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D.C. has a food access problem. Advocates say Bowser’s budget would make it worse.

The mayor proposed eliminating an office that has helped low-income students access food over the summer and made it easier to start farmers markets.
By Sam Delgado, published 06/10/26
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D.C. residents saw Pepco bills skyrocket this winter

The cold weather is only part of the story.
By Sam Delgado, published 02/26/26
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