Leah Potter

Editorial Intern — Summer 2019
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Leah is a senior studying journalism at The George Washington University. She previously worked at The Hatchet — GW’s independent student newspaper — as a news editor and podcast host. Currently, she serves as The Hatchet’s managing director. Originally from Seattle, Leah enjoys creative writing, dance composition and playing piano when she’s not reporting.

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• ANC calls on DHS to improve hypothermia season shelter accommodations

• Hundreds gather for #FundCareNotCops rally near Capitol building Friday evening

• With limited access to hospital resources in wards 7 and 8, local clinics are bridging the gap in health care

• With barriers to finding shelter, pregnant women and mothers turn to small-scale operations for housing, shelter in DC

• Arlington residents say new mental health diversion court program was rushed

• This bill would increase pay for more than 4,000 professionals who assist people with disabilities

• Health care professionals urge DC to build a “full-service” hospital east of the Anacostia River

• Hospice for people experiencing homelessness says farewell to executive director of 21 years

• Many testified to support a bill to increase pay for workers who assist people with disabilities

• Experts say housing is the first step on the road to recovery from substance abuse

• More than 50 activists rally for housing rights outside the White House