Opinion
OpinionBy Amin Massey / Jackie Turner March 16, 2017
Depression
Two Street Sense artists/vendors talk about the difficulties and social stigma of depression.
OpinionBy Jeffery McNeil March 16, 2017
The Politics of Smear and Slander
Jeffery McNeil shares his view about the treacherous underworld of the political system.
Mind of My Own
A Street Sense vendor shares his own opinions of today’s political climate and society’s reaction to government actions.
OpinionBy Arthur Johnson March 16, 2017
Moving Up: Food Stamps
A Street Sense writer gives informative advice on how to best use the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
OpinionBy Ken Martin February 23, 2017
Frederick Douglass was not “Great”
A Street Sense vendor explains why he does not think Frederick Douglass is not worthy of recognition.
OpinionBy Jeffery McNeil February 23, 2017
Don’t Give in to Liberal Groupthink
A Street Sense vendor explains to readers why they should not succumb to liberal groupthink.
OpinionBy Julie Turner February 23, 2017
Why D.C.’s Homeless Can’t ‘Just get a Job’
A social worker explains struggles homeless individuals face when seeking employment.
OpinionBy Angie Whitehurst February 23, 2017
Follow John Lewis’ Lead in Trump’s America
A Street Sense vendor tells readers to listen to Rep. John Lewis’ advice to trust the legislative process, but also make change and have all voices be heard.
OpinionBy Jackie Turner February 23, 2017
America’s Citizens Must Come to Its Aid
A Street Sense vendor urges American citizens to unite during a time of turmoil.
OpinionBy Shana Holmes February 23, 2017
Trump Must Go
A Street Sense vendor shares her feelings about Trump’s presidency and fears of what could arise as he remains in office.
OpinionBy Levester Green February 23, 2017
Combo Locks & Other Commode Confines
One of the most challenging aspects of being homeless is having to use the toilet overnight! How does one manage and cope with such a dilemma?!
OpinionBy Gwynette Smith February 23, 2017
“Say No to Abortion”
A Street Sense vendor discusses President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence’s opposition to abortion.
OpinionBy Sheila White February 23, 2017
10 Blocks
We need restrooms in this city for everyone to use. I once walked more than ten blocks, from Gallery Place to George Washington University Hospital, before someone let me use the bathroom.
OpinionBy Gerald Anderson / Amin Massey / Levester Green / Derian Hickman February 22, 2017
MLK Library: What Do We Do Now?
Street Sense artists/vendors share their experiences with the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library in light of its closing on March 4.
OpinionBy Leonard Hyater February 16, 2017
An Open Letter to the Trump Resistance
A Street Sense vendor addresses protesters and resistors opposed to President Trump’s travel ban, encouraging them to vote in the 2018 midterm elections.
OpinionBy Arthur Johnson February 13, 2017
Moving Up: How to Deal With Food Insecurity in D.C.
Finance columnist Arthur Johnson talks about ways to deal with food insecurity in the District.
OpinionBy Ronald Smoot February 13, 2017
What Would Make Me Love Trump?
Street Sense vendor believes Trump could be the answer to his unemployment.
OpinionBy Jeffery McNeil February 13, 2017
How Identity Politics Poisoned My Race and Destroyed this Nation
Street Sense vendor discusses being black in a world of political alliances.
OpinionBy Gerald Anderson February 13, 2017
Frightened Friday
Street Sense Vendor Gerald Anderson reflects on inauguration day.
OpinionBy Robert Warren February 1, 2017
Build More Public Housing
Ben Carson should prioritize public housing as President Trump’s pick for the secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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