Why Is Washington DC Not a State? The Hidden Politics Behind America’s Capital’s Unique Status
The U.S. capital sits at the heart of power, yet its very existence defies the nation’s political map. Washington DC is the only major city in America not governed as a state—no senators, no electoral votes, and no full representation in Congress. This anomaly isn’t an oversight; it’s a deliberate design, rooted in 18th-century compromises … Read more
