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Washington, D.C. is the capital city of the United States of America. "D.C." is an abbreviation for the District of Columbia, the federal district coextensive with the city of Washington. The city is named after George Washington, military leader of the American Revolution and the first President of the United States. Columbia in this context is an early poetic name for the United States of America.

The city is commonly referred to as D.C., the District, or simply Washington. Historically, it was called the Federal City or Washington City. To avoid confusion with the state of Washington, located in the Pacific Northwest, the city is often called simply D.C.. To locals, the entire metropolitan area, including suburbs, is "D.C."

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News from Washington, D.C. from TheHill.com

Hooked on American politics

Oct 14, 2008 3:33 pm

Today’s worldwide superstars from America don’t wear rhinestone jackets like Madonna or dunk basketballs for a living like Michael Jordan.

Secretary Paulson Purchases new threads at height of crisis

Oct 14, 2008 3:30 pm

Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, who engineered the recent $700 billion bailout for Wall Street banks and insurance firms, is apparently...

Politicians, prayer, and the will of God

Oct 7, 2008 4:58 pm

Before Rep. Lincoln Davis (D-Tenn.) voted against the economic bailout bill that failed in the House last Monday, he and...

Turtles, bats and atmospheric gas bring new staffer to science and technology committee

Oct 7, 2008 4:55 pm

Victoria Johnston has worked with sea turtles and fruit bats. She now works with a different kind of animal: lawmakers.

What is the first word, or words, that come to mind when you think of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin?

Oct 7, 2008 4:51 pm

What is the first word, or words, that come to mind when you think of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin?

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Montgomery County Council upholds Clarksburg tax

Oct 14, 2008 10:05 pm

An effort to kill a long-delayed additional tax on residents of Clarksburg Town Center failed Tuesday in a 4-5 vote by the Montgomery County Council.

Nurses association loses another member

Oct 14, 2008 6:57 pm

The American Nurses Association lost the Minnesota Nurses Association, its second-largest constituent member.

Treasury chooses New York Mellon

Oct 14, 2008 6:56 pm

The Bank of New York Mellon, founded by Alexander Hamilton, the nation’s first treasury secretary, has been selected by the Treasury Department to support the government’s $700 bil...

Washington REIT names new CFO

Oct 14, 2008 6:54 pm

Washington Real Estate Investment Trust named William Camp executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective Nov. 12.

Survey: Accounting professionals need abroad experience

Oct 14, 2008 6:37 pm

International experience is becoming increasingly important for accounting professionals, according to a new survey by Robert Half Management Services.

Fresh City plans to bloom in D.C. area

Oct 14, 2008 6:35 pm

A New England fast-casual restaurant chain plans to multiply in the D.C. area.

Study: Small employers less happy with health plans

Oct 14, 2008 6:13 pm

Small businesses are less happy than larger companies with the plans provided by their health care insurers.

1800mattress.com plans big Washington expansion

Oct 14, 2008 5:00 pm

Just a month after big local bed retailer Mattress Discounters filed for bankruptcy protection, New Jersey mattress company 1800mattress.com has announced major expansion plans.

American Society of Hematology locks in new HQ

Oct 14, 2008 3:51 pm

The American Society of Hematology has bought an upgraded 2021 L St. NW for $50.9 million.

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