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Opinion

Photo of extra portable toilets put out near the U.S. Capitol Building

New Bill Could Lead to Public Restrooms in the District

New legislation proposed for District to provide public restrooms and to encourage businesses to make restrooms open to the public.

I’m a Domestic Terrorist

A white man’s reflections on racial oppression in the United States.

Hand holding a crystal ball

Moving Up: How Jobs, Wages and Healthcare May Change in 2017

Moving Up discusses how the new presidential administration could impact jobs, wages and healthcare.

Poker cards

Self-Respect Not Equality

A vendor describes his concerns about current political discourse, especially around race and activism.

Behind the Story: Meeting a Superhero

I have the greatest respect and admiration for the Honorable John Lewis. He has wisdom, experience, vision and resolve. He is my hero because of…

a fisheye lense photo of a DC Metro car

If You See Something, Say Something:
Metro Money Pit

The D.C. Metro doesn’t need more money, says vendor, but better money management.

cardboard sign that reads "everyone should have a home"

Letter to the President

In a letter to President-elect Trump, a vendor asks that he creates opportunities for homeless people and strives to end homelessness in America.

Black soldiers on African-American Patriots Day.

In Defense of Black Folks

A vendor argues that the media, especially conservative outlets, denigrate Black people while ignoring that the same problems impact White communities.

White House

New Year, New President

A vendor asks that the new presidential administration deal seriously with the issue of homelessness and treat homeless people with respect and compassion.

Vigil 2016: Where Did They Go?

I know I heard them. They spoke quite eloquently. I am certain I saw them. In fact, I took pictures. They were there! But where…

Taking the Rattle Away from the Babies

Jeffery McNeil explains why he is happy about Trump’s victory.

Good Tidings and Bad Things

Sheila White hopes the new year brings more action from our elected officials.

A massive crowd of Hillary supporters cheers at a rally.

I Wonder What Will Happen

Artist and vendor Ricardo Meriedy shares his confusion and concerns about election results.

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A Post-Election Prayer

Leonard Hyater looks to the Bible for guidance in the wake of the 2016 election.

a fisheye lense photo of a DC Metro car

If You See Something, Say Something:
Metro has a unique concept of time

Phillip Black expresses his frustration with Metro.

Police at homeless encampment

The Solution to Homelessness Is Housing, Not Handcuffs

Eric Tars, senior attorney at the National Law Center on Homelessness and Poverty, explains why the Housing Not Handcuffs campaign is necessary. Housing Not Handcuffs seeks to end the criminalization of homelessness and provide more housing support.

What does the Non-Profit of the Year do for Thanksgiving?

Carpenter’s Shelter, an Alexandria nonprofit, celebrated Thanksgiving with current and former residents.

A photo of the Carl Cornwell Quartet at Loaves and Fishes.

This is What Helping People Should Feel Like

Artist-vendor Angelyn Whitehurst writes about jazz and poetry at Loaves and Fishes.

President-elect Donald Trump

Sticking Together

Joseph Jackson shares his frustration with the outcome of the election.

Moving Up: How to Rebuild Credit

Arthur Johnson tells readers how to rebuild their credit.

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