Charles Allen knew he wanted to be a “helper” ever since he was a young child growing up in Alabama. His early aspirations to be a doctor evolved into a broader understanding of what it means to help others - but he has maintained his dedication to social justice and service. Charles has served as Washington DC’s Ward 6 Councilmember since 2014 and today, he finds himself bringing together his public health expertise, commitment to social justice, and political savvy to help lead the city’s recover from COVID-19.

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Dr. Justin Burton helps children and their families each day, often during one of the hardest times of their lives. Over the course of his career, he has transformed his personal challenge from adolescence into the essence of how he practices medicine. Guided by his determination to give back to his community and an inspiring mentor from medical school, Dr. Burton now models patient-centered care to those around him.

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Martha Pope began her career as a middle school art teacher at the same school she attended. But after moving to DC and becoming a receptionist for Senator Gary Hart, she set off on a path that would lead her to make an impact far beyond her hometown.

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