Tracy Jan

Tracy Jan is a prominent journalist known for her insightful reporting on race, economy, health, and science issues.

As a deputy health and science editor at The Washington Post, Tracy launched a beat focusing on the intersection of race and the economy, covering topics like racial economic disparities, immigration, and housing policy.

Her exceptional work on reparations for slavery, systemic racism, and the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic on marginalized communities has garnered recognition from the National Association of Black Journalists and contributed to award-winning series like 'George Floyd's America.'

Before her role at The Washington Post, Tracy was a national political reporter at the Boston Globe, extensively covering presidential campaigns, policy impacts on voters, and issues surrounding political dysfunction.

During her tenure at the Globe, she also delved into health and science policy, higher education, and Boston Public Schools, earning accolades like the National Press Foundation's Everett McKinley Dirksen Award.

With a background in education reporting, Tracy has received prestigious awards like the National Headliner Awards for her work on Boston's English High School and was a finalist for The Livingston Awards for Young Journalists.

Tracy holds a master's degree in Sociology and a bachelor's degree in Communication from Stanford University and has significant experience working for reputable news organizations like The Oregonian in Portland, Ore.

She further enhanced her expertise as a Knight Wallace Fellow at the University of Michigan, where she focused on 'Morality and Money in Medicine' and even penned a screenplay during her fellowship.

Tracy's multifaceted career is marked by a dedication to storytelling that sheds light on critical social issues and holds accountable those in power.