By: Sammy Westfall
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Sammy Westfall is an Assistant Editor at The Washington Post's Foreign desk. She specializes in regional interest and world news, covering themes such as geopolitics, international affairs, and public policy across various regions including LATAM, APAC, and North America. Sammy's work has been featured in notable publications including The Seattle Times, The Japan Times, and The Boston Globe.
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Sammy Westfall's coverage is largely focused on the Israel-Gaza conflict, world affairs, and politics. Given this focus, Sammy would likely be most receptive to pitches that offer insights or access to key figures involved in international relations and geopolitical conflicts.
Pitches providing expert analysis on evolving international events, particularly those related to the Middle East and global politics could be of interest to Sammy. Additionally, stories about government announcements and breaking news within the realm of world affairs may capture her attention.
It’s important for potential sources reaching out to consider Sammy’s strong emphasis on breaking news and evolving stories related to international conflicts when crafting their pitches.
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