Our Team
At Policy Now, our journalists, editors, analysts, and researchers work together to produce accurate, independent, and public-interest journalism. We are committed to delivering reporting that is factual, transparent, and accountable to our readers.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to inform the public through reliable, evidence-based reporting. We seek to explain complex issues, hold institutions accountable, and provide readers with journalism they can trust.
Maxine T. Warne
Maxine covers government, public policy, elections, and civic affairs, with a focus on accountability, transparency, and their impact on communities.
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Joel J. Zarate
Joel specializes in investigative and enterprise reporting, examining issues that affect public institutions, policy, and community trust.
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Lisa G. Hart
Lisa oversees editorial standards, newsroom operations, and content review to ensure accuracy, fairness, and consistency across all coverage.
View full bio →Behind every story is a dedicated team working across multiple departments to uphold editorial standards, maintain accuracy, and support the delivery of independent journalism.
Editorial
Guides newsroom standards and ensures quality, clarity, and editorial consistency.
Fact-Checking
Verifies information, sources, and claims before publication.
Production
Manages publishing workflows and maintains our digital news platform.
Audience & Community
Engages with readers and supports meaningful community participation.