Opinion
OpinionBy Arthur Johnson October 24, 2017
Moving up: How tech can help you eat for less
Columnist Arthur Johnson provides several digital resources to save on meals.
OpinionBy Ken Martin October 20, 2017
Remembering the Robert L. Christian Community Library
Street sense media vendor Ken Martin shares his memory of why the RLC Community library was important to the homeless community long before it was turned into affordable housing.
Opinion October 20, 2017
Lessons from my work
By Marcellus Phillips As a Street Sense vendor I have many new and unexpected experiences when I’m selling the paper….
OpinionBy Angela Richardson October 20, 2017
Tolerable life
In my life, each day can be kind of crazy. The same can be said for yesterday and tomorrow. Up…
OpinionBy Latishia Wynn October 18, 2017
Advice to those hurt by the hurricanes
Street Sense vendor Latishia Graham gives personal advice to those affected by the hurricane in Puerto Rico.
OpinionBy Aida Peery October 18, 2017
Keeping Puerto Rico in poverty
Street Sense vendor Aida Basnight writes about how politicians need to support Puerto Rico’s economy in the wake of the hurricane.
OpinionBy Michael Craig October 6, 2017
Solving homelessness
Solving homelessness seems as infinitely complex as preventing wars. Redistributing wealth is a fearful and uncomfortable suggestion to policymakers and…
OpinionBy Cynthia Mewborn October 6, 2017
Poor communication should never lead to a war
Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un should strengthen their communication for the sake of everyone’s safety.
Opinion October 4, 2017
Turning professional athletes into snowflakes
Jeffrey McNeil states his opinion on the recent NFL players’ protest.
OpinionBy Charles Davis October 4, 2017
Nice and kind-hearted
It is a very special gift that God has given to us, this ability to express love and kindness. Being…
OpinionBy Sheila White October 4, 2017
What defines you?
by Sheila White My manners define me. When I walk through a door, I hold it for the next person….
OpinionBy Elizabeth Bryant September 27, 2017
How to Avoid Homelessness
Don’t just listen to the homelessness; hear them. Understand their situations. Offer realistic and affordable housing. Provide them with choices….
OpinionBy Gary Minter September 27, 2017
The urgent need for public toilets
Gary Minter discusses the need for public toilets in D.C, and how the lack of them has effected the community.
OpinionBy Jeffery McNeil September 27, 2017
A Guide For Dealing With Trump-Haters
Vendor and artist, Jeffery McNeil give his opinion on the backlash against Donald Trump.
OpinionBy Ken Martin September 26, 2017
On Colin Kaepernick
It’s not about the song. Which it could be. It’s not about the taking a knee. Not making a big…
OpinionBy Jeffery McNeil September 22, 2017
Why I’m Not a Snowflake Anymore
The majority of people I interact with are Never Trumpers, Hate Trumpers, Resist Trumpers or those suffering from Trump Derangement…
OpinionBy Arthur Johnson September 22, 2017
Moving Up: The Minimum Wage Battle Faces a Hurdle
Many cities and states have passed laws increasing their minimum wage well above the federal level of $7.25 an hour….
OpinionBy Constance Ray September 22, 2017
Getting ready for recovery
Tony and Sally are two examples of people who reached rock-bottom before making the decision to reclaim their lives from addiction. Recovery is difficult, but the effort pays off in the long run.
OpinionBy Eric Sheptock September 6, 2017
How best to help the homeless? Ask them.
Eric Sheptock talks about helping the homeless using their own ideas.
ArtBy Eric Thompson-Bey / Ritta Salaus August 23, 2017
Food Stamps
Food stamps are a good way to feed the needy and the impoverished. The buying options include unhealthy junk food,…
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