Meet the Candidates:
Ward 2 Democrat Interview Series
As we approach the 2026 election, Ward 2 Democrats are committed to helping our community make informed decisions at the ballot box.
Our Candidate Interview Series gives residents a chance to hear directly from those running for office—focused on the issues that matter most to Ward 2 and the future of Washington, DC.
Each conversation highlights how candidates plan to address key challenges, support local communities and businesses, and contribute to a stronger, more connected city.
Explore the interviews below to learn more about the people seeking to represent you.
At-Large Candidates
Greg Jackson Interview
A conversation about his leadership in civic engagement, youth mentorship, and building political power to strengthen and uplift communities across Washington, DC.
AT-LARGE CANDIDATE
Dwight Davis Interview
A conversation focused on education, equity, community development, and how Dwight Davis plans to bring lifelong service, compassionate leadership, and deep D.C. roots to citywide issues.
AT-LARGE CANDIDATE
Fred Hill
A conversation focused on economic resilience, housing affordability, public safety, home rule, small business growth, transportation, and government accountability, with Fred Hill outlining how his decades of DC experience, business leadership, and zoning background would shape his approach to serving on the Council.
AT-LARGE CANDIDATE
Dyana Forester Interview
A conversation focused on government experience, community organizing, public safety, economic opportunity, and how Dyana Forester plans to bring practical leadership and community-rooted perspective to citywide issues.
AT-LARGE CANDIDATE
Oye Owolewa Interview
AT-LARGE CANDIDATEA conversation focused on small business vitality, public safety, community engagement, and how Oye plans to bring new leadership and perspective to citywide issues.
Candace Tiana Nelson Interview
A conversation focused on Candace Tiana Nelson’s experience in D.C. government, agency accountability, housing and homelessness, small business support, public spaces, economic development, equity, and how she plans to bring community-centered, results-driven leadership to citywide issues.
AT-LARGE CANDIDATE
Lisa Raymond Interview
A conversation focused on Lisa’s decades of experience in D.C. government and nonprofits, public safety, education, small business support, transportation, housing, childcare, statehood, and how she plans to bring accountable, practical, community-centered leadership to citywide issues.
AT-LARGE CANDIDATE
Kevin Chavous
A conversation focused on public safety, small business, housing affordability, home rule, transportation, homelessness services, public spaces, and how Kevin Chavous’s experience in housing advocacy, public service, and Council operations informs his approach to DC Council leadership.
AT-LARGE CANDIDATE