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The Washington Monthly Celebrates as Our Editor-in-Chief Marks 20 Years at the Helm
Keeping the magazine thriving amid media chaos and political turmoil was never easy, but Paul Glastris did it. A friend and colleague reflects on his anniversary—and asks for your help.
The 2021 Kukula Award Finalists
This first-of-its-kind prize honors the best nonfiction book reviewing in America and honors Kukula Kapoor Glastris, the magazine’s longtime and beloved books editor.
In Rebuke to Hogan, Maryland Statehouse Passes Ethics Bill
After Washington Monthly exposé on the governor advancing infrastructure projects near properties he owns, lawmakers unanimously vote to strengthen the state’s disclosure laws.
Martin and Nancy Light Out for the Territory
The Monthly’s star bloggers go entrepreneurial at Progress Pond.
The Cruel Paradox of Trying to Cover COVID-19
The same pandemic making people want more news and information is putting the news business at risk.
Now Is the Time to Support Nonprofit Journalism
The Monthly’s—and the nation’s—future may depend on it.
Why a Second Trump Term Will Not Be a Horror Movie
Let’s hope it doesn’t happen. But if it does, we won’t be helpless.
Introducing the Kukula Award
The first of its kind, the prize will honor excellence in nonfiction book reviewing.
Be a Patriot and Support the Washington Monthly
President Trump may not be the biggest threat on the planet, but he’s a significant threat to American journalists and media organizations.

