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Alyssa Fowers
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Graphics and data at the Washington Post, yarn and dogs at home. Sometimes also dogs at WaPo.
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In what universe is this the definition of "humanize," and how can I never ever go there
A screenshot of a Google search for synonyms of the word humanize. The listed synonyms are civilize, improve, better, educate, enlighten, edify, instruct, sophisticate, socialize, refine and polish.
February 8, 2026 at 2:28 PM
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So many have given to The Post Guild’s fundraising effort, and we are floored. But we also ask you to consider supporting the fundraiser for our international staff and staff in our bureaus who aren’t Guild eligible. They are absolutely vital to coverage. www.gofundme.com/f/support-fo...
Donate to Support for Washington Post international employees, organized by Michelle Lee
Among the hundreds of journalists laid off by The Washington Post on … Michelle Lee needs your support for Support for Washington Post international employees
www.gofundme.com
February 5, 2026 at 9:54 PM
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A little fashion choice for today’s #SaveThePost rally
Selfie of Alyssa wearing a gray baseball cap with “that wasn’t very data driven of you” written on it in white text
February 5, 2026 at 2:40 PM
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I was laid off from the Washington Post today, along with hundreds (!!!) of incredible colleagues. If you need a data journalist, chart designer, or wacky-idea-specialist, give me a shout!
February 4, 2026 at 5:33 PM
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How much did the OBBBA increase ICE's annual funding? About 3x, it turns out. And that funding will keep ICE running during a shutdown. Story by @rbeggin.bsky.social and @jacobbogage.bsky.social, h/t Lindsay Koshgarian for data help

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A line chart showing annual budget authority for Immigrations and Customs Enforcement from 2002 to 2024, and then estimated funding from 2025 to 2028. Annual funding jumps from $9.4B in 2024 to $27.5B from 2026 onwards.
January 28, 2026 at 6:03 PM