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Hans M. Kristensen
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Director, Nuclear Information Project, Federation of American Scientists
Director, Nuclear Information Project, Federation of American Scientists. Tracking nuclear arsenals, writing Nuclear Notebook, SIPRI Yearbook. Opinions my own.
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Michael Ruane
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Reporter, The Washington Post
Washington Post, covers monuments, institutions, lore, ghosts, people of the Capital, topics historical, martial, medical etc..michael.ruane@washpost.com
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Jim Spellman
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DC Correspondent, CGTN
Was CNN Denver, now CGTN DC. Drums in @VelocityGirlDC . Guitar man in @foxhallstacks . I mos def don’t speak for my employer or anyone else. He/Him.
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Philip Elliott
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Senior Washington Correspondent, TIME
senior washington correspondent, @timepolitics. author of @time's The D.C. Brief; sign up here: ti.me/3jid0PA. past @ohiou, @ap_politics, @georgetown
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Sebastian Sprenger
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Europe Editor, Defense News
Writer, trans-Atlanticist. Europe editor for @defense_news
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Alex Bruell
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Editor, Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
Editor @VMIBeachcomber. President @SPJWash. I am making my way off this website; this account is not monitored.
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Andrew Weil
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Digital Content Manager, TEGNA
Sr. Digital Content Manager with TEGNA. Former WBIR EP. Mizzou grad, originally from the Land of 10,000 Lakes
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Patti Solis Doyle
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Contributor, CNN
Partner, The Brunswick Group; CNN Political Commentator; Hillary, Biden and Obama alum; Proud Latina & Mom; Concerned Citizen and avid binge watcher
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Robert Iafolla
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Senior Legal Reporter, Bloomberg Law
Reporter covering labor & employment for @BLaw. Vinyl enthusiast. RTs & likes ≠ endorsements.
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Christi Parsons
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Assistant Managing Editor, CNN
AME @CNN. Alum of the Atlantic, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Trib, Bama, Yale Law. Proud former WHCA prez. Tide fan forever.
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Rome Hartman
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Producer, 60 Minutes Sports, CBS News
husband, father, journalist @60Minutes, Duke fan
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find journalists in Washington?
Use filters by beat, industry, journalist type, or outlet to narrow your search and discover journalists based in Washington who cover topics relevant to your story.Do you provide email contacts for Washington journalists?
Yes. Verified contact information (emails, LinkedIn, X) is available with a premium subscription. Free users can view profiles but contact fields are redacted.Can I filter Washington journalists by beat or outlet?
Absolutely. You can refine by industry beat or specific publications to find Washington journalists with expertise and reach in your area.What profile details are shown for Washington journalists?
Each profile includes journalist type, role, beat(s), industry, outlet(s), location, and recent articles — giving you insight into what they cover and where.Can I export a list of Washington journalists for outreach?
Yes. Premium users can export lists of Washington-based journalists to CSV or XLSX files and use them in PR or media campaigns.How frequently are Washington journalist profiles updated?
Profiles are refreshed regularly to keep location, beats, roles, and contact information accurate and up to date.Why use a location filter along with beat or type?
Filtering by location helps ensure your pitches reach journalists in the region or market you care about — improving relevance and response rates.Can I subscribe just to export data for Washington journalists?
Yes. You can use a short-term subscription to access and export a location-specific journalist list and then cancel if needed.Can I cancel my subscription at any time?
Yes. You’re free to change or cancel your plan at any time through your account settings. You retain access through your current billing period.