Michael Warner, a Street Sense vendor and longtime organizer in Democratic politics, has been accepted into a prestigious training program at the DCCC. We looked back at his life up to this point and spoke with him about his future plans.
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Michael Warner is preparing to organize Democrats in 2018

Vendor Profile: John Littlejohn
A vendor profile of John Littlejohn, who has worked for Street Sense since 2010.

The agony and the ecstasy of Wendell Williams
Vendor Wendell Williams shares his personal journey, rising through the ranks in the radio broadcast industry and finding his way to personally overcome addiction and chronic homelessness.

Literacy Helped Jeffery McNeil Pull Himself Out of Homelessness
Street Sense Vendor Jeff McNeil’s discovery of reading and writing helped turn his life around.

After homelessness put her education on hold, Sheila White is accepted at UDC
Sheila White has found her way back to the classroom despite years of being forced to postpone her education.
Patty Smith Celebrates 2-year Anniversary in Housing
June 16, 2017 marks the two-year anniversary of Patty Smith moving into housing at the Valenti House in Woodley Park.

Vendor Profile:
Barbara Pollard, born an artist
Street Sense vendor Barbara Pollard is a woman of many talents. She loves art and hopes to inspirer others with her work.

Vendor Profile:
Juan Callejón
A vendor profile on Juan Callejón.
Vendor Profile:
Elizabeth Bryant
A 2017 profile of Elizabeth Bryant, a vendor and artist at Street Sense Media.

Meet Don Gardner
The only two constants in Don Gardner’s life have been faith and. By the time he started founding nonprofits and hosting community events, Gardner, 59,… Read more »
Vendor Profile:
Charles Armstrong
A vendor profile on Charles Armstrong.
Vendor Profile:
William Whitsett
A vendor profile on William Whitsett.

Vendor Profile:
Chon Gotti
A few years ago, Chon Gotti was living on the streets and selling cigarettes in Southeast D.C. Now, he’s an entrepreneur. After joining Street Sense,…

Vendor Profile: Sheila White
A profile on vendor/artist Sheila White.

Vendor Profile:
Anthony Crawford, vendor number 6
This profile on vendor Anthony Crawford delves into his past and current life. He has been selling Street Sense for 13 years.

Vendor Profile:
Eric Thompson-Bey, a mentor on a mission
After almost 20 years of homelessness, a new house is just the beginning for Thompson-Bey.

Vendor Profile: Leonard Hyater Jr.
Leonard Hyater Jr., aformer real estate broker, is facing his second year in a shelter and working diligently to transform his life for the better.

Vendor Profile:
Lawrence Rogers
The photo of Lawrence Rogers pictured here is a different man. Taken in 2009, it depicts Rogers a little younger, much more tired, with less…