Opinion
OpinionBy Jeffery McNeil June 12, 2019
Donald Trump is to politics what Muhammad Ali was to boxing
Jeffrey McNeil, a Street Sense Media artist and vendor, shares his view of the President.
OpinionBy David Alpert June 12, 2019
This map shows even more starkly how inequitably distributed DC’s affordable housing is
A 2018 map of DC illustrates the major inequities of available affordable housing in high-income areas of DC and concentration in a few lower-income areas.
OpinionBy Jaclene Begley / Leah Brooks / Brian McCabe / Jenny Schuetz June 3, 2019
The region has built a lot of housing – but not enough, and not in the right places
The authors of a new Brookings Institute report break down their findings about where housing has been constructed in the D.C. metro area and how that affects affordability.
Art June 1, 2019
May is for Mother
I love the month of May because it has Mother. I always spend time with my mother on that day….
OpinionBy Jeffery McNeil May 29, 2019
Do pro-lifers practice what they preach?
Vendor Jeffery McNeil shares his reflections on how his opinions regarding abortion while pro-life conflict with the current political climate.
Opinion May 21, 2019
A closer look at the District’s Point-in-Time Count
Patrick Geiger argues D.C.’s PIT count results reveal worrisome trends for homeless singles.
OpinionBy James E. Gartrell May 15, 2019
Each of us has a responsibility to help each other
Artist and vendor James Gartrell recounts experiences with hiring discrimination and urges for equality.
OpinionBy Brian Carome May 6, 2019
When our justice system takes a life
Street Sense Media Executive Director Brian Carome alleges the DC behavioral health system, including its mental health court, has failed under the purview of Mayor Muriel Bowser.
OpinionBy Ronald Smoot May 1, 2019
A Visit to the Downtown Day Services Center
By Ronald Smoot I saw the news about the new Downtown Day Services Center (at the New York Avenue Presbyterian…
OpinionBy Jeffery McNeil May 1, 2019
Learn How to Win, Instead of Complaining About How the Game is Played
Being a Democrat is similar to being a Washington, D.C. sports fan, whether it’s Georgetown University, the Redskins, the Wizards…
OpinionBy Joe Jackson April 17, 2019
Housing is healthcare, but it is not enough on its own
Vendor Joe Jackson argues that there needs to be a more productive relationship between housing and healthcare.
OpinionBy Ronald Smoot April 17, 2019
Don’t gimme shelter
Vendor Ronald Smoot highlights his issues with living in a shelter
OpinionBy Brianna Butler April 17, 2019
We Need Public Restrooms
Vendor Brianna Butler highlights how public restrooms can benefit people in D.C.
OpinionBy Monica Diaz April 17, 2019
I was working and homeless in DC
Monica Diaz was able to find housing thanks to a Washington Post but wishes everyone would be able to find a home regardless of an article written about them.
OpinionBy Jeffery McNeil April 9, 2019
Democrats better watch out or workers will vote Trump in 2020
Jeffery McNeil gives his thoughts on the strategies of the Democratic Party.
OpinionBy Arthur Johnson April 9, 2019
Moving Up: Best uses for your 2019 refund
Arthur Johnson gives advice on wisely spending your tax refund.
OpinionBy Brian Carome April 3, 2019
This is what restorative justice looks like
Street Sense’s executive director shares the story of Gerald Anderson, one of our vendors.
OpinionBy Sarah Tascone April 3, 2019
Arlington’s first step toward more affordable housing
The city is moving in the right direction, says freelance writer Sarah Tascone.
OpinionBy Anthony Carney April 3, 2019
Healing the Soul
Street Sense Artist and Vendor Anthony Carney reflects on the importance of music and one particular band that made his day.
OpinionBy Steve Lilienthal April 3, 2019
How do we keep workers afloat as more jobs are lost to robots?
A freelance writer reflects on how technology can play a concerning role in the future of jobs.
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