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A Trusted Platform for Public Discourse
From local leadership races to national conversations, our mission remains the same:
to inform the public, elevate transparency, and strengthen civic engagement through meaningful debate.
Engaging Voters.
Empowering Communities.
DC Debates creates space for voters, community leaders, and stakeholders to stay informed and engaged in the democratic process.
Whether attending live or watching remotely, audiences gain direct insight into the positions and priorities of those seeking public office.
Schedule
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
- 6:00 PM – At-Large Council Debates
- 7:30 PM – Mayoral Debates
Meet Our Moderators
Michael Brice-Saddler
Michael Brice-Saddler will serve as a moderator for DC Debates 2026, bringing award-winning journalism experience and deep expertise in Washington, D.C. politics.
Michael Brice-Saddler is a reporter for The Washington Sun, where he anchors the newsroom’s local political coverage.
Prior to joining City Cast, Michael spent eight years as a reporter at The Washington Post. He joined the D.C. politics beat in 2020, covering three consecutive election cycles and producing enterprise reporting focused heavily on the human impact of local governance. His reporting on a direct cash assistance pilot for D.C. mothers earned a 2025 award from the Society of Professional Journalists. He was also part of the team awarded the 2022 Pulitzer Prize for Public Service for its coverage of the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
A graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park, Michael lives in the heart of the District.
Meet Our Partners
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc – Xi Omega Chapter
Community Workforce Development Scholarship Fund (CWDSF)
Center for Global Civic and Political Strategies