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Philip Kennicott
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Senior Art and Architecture Critic, The Washington Post
Senior Art and Architecture Critic, The Washington Post Author of "Counterpoint: A Memoir of Bach and Mourning," published by Norton, February 2020
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David Wessel
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Contributor, The Wall Street Journal
Director, Hutchins Center on Fiscal & Monetary Policy, Brookings. My latest book "Only the Rich Can Play," the story of Opportunity Zones.
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James Royal
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Investing and Wealth Management Reporter, Bankrate
Author of The Zen of Thrift Conversions. Prospecting for special situations (#spinoffs, #thriftconversions) that create advantageous stock mispricing. Bankrate.
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Audrey Bowler
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Associate Digital Director, Media Matters for America
AssDigDir @mmfa, retired hockey podcaster, former and current viva la bam fan. libra moon. she/her. views mine so relax
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Diamond Holton
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Editor, SB Nation
@SNHU M.A. ‘22 👩🏾🎓| Love My Brown On The Rocks 🥃| I Write But Just Be Running Out Of Things To Say ✍🏾 | Views Are Definitely My Own 🧠
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Clark Packard
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Contributor, National Review
Research fellow @CatoTrade. The center can hold. Fan of globalization, Colorado, dogs and rock and roll. Deadhead. Opinions are my own.
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Miranda Spivack
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Investigative Reporter and Editor, Reveal from The Center for Investigative Reporting
Author, Backroom Deals in our Backyards: How Government Secrecy Harms our Communities and the Local Heroes Fighting Back - The New Press 2025
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Joyce Lee
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Senior Visual Forensics Reporter, The Washington Post
Visual Forensics @washingtonpost joyce.lee@washpost.com
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Lilly Quiroz
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Producer and Director, Morning Edition
Producing and directing for @MorningEdition @upfirst • lquiroz@npr.org • she/her/ella • quiero ver al mundo y bailar
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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.