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They Rescued D.C.'s Munys. Then Trump Took Over. Inside the Fight Between The President and Public Golf
By: Joel Beall | February 25, 2026 Focusing on the human element, this Golf Digest article features Dwayne Robinson and others who spent years revitalizing D.C.’s neglected munis. They transformed these spaces into inclusive hubs through workforce development and youth programs. The takeover by the Trump administration is described as a "heartbreak" for those who view golf as a tool for social mobility and community health. It highlights the stark contrast between the NLT's "


Why Is Trump Dumping East Wing Rubble in a Public Park?
By: Shawn McCreesh | February 19, 2026 What’s happening at East Potomac Park? According to the NY Times, the White House has begun dumping thousands of truckloads of East Wing rubble on the site to transform the 'people’s course' into an elite luxury destination. Between the loss of public access and the potential destruction of historic cherry blossoms, the project is being called a 'shameless theft' of D.C. public space - all done without a single public hearing. Read the f


“Far from D.C. and Donald Trump, a jilted nonprofit has next muni project”
By: Josh Sens | January 30, 2026 In case you missed this story in the last newsletter, Camas Prairie Park was recently spotlighted by GOLF.com as the newest project for the National Links Trust (NLT) . While the NLT has been making major waves in D.C., they're now partnering with us here in Port Townsend to help preserve our historic grounds. This collaboration aims to secure a sustainable, affordable future for the park and includes plans for a brand-new "Himalayas-style" p
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