DR Jose - I need some DC advice.  ALA is there in June and I'm looking for lodgings that don't cost an arm and a leg, that are near the convention hotels or Metro Green/Yellow lines, and that are safe for me to stay in alone.  Richard has to be in NW Indiana at the same time on church business.  When I say near conv. hotels, that could be convention center area, Scott Circle, Thomas Circle, or L'Enfant Plaza.  Any suggestions?