Opinion
OpinionBy Evelyn Nnam December 19, 2012
Another Year God’s Given Me
I am very busy and proud of myself as a vendor.
OpinionBy Victoria Beaumont December 19, 2012
My Favorite Holiday
Who the heck celebrates Groundhog’s Day but me? Anyone?
OpinionBy John Matthews December 19, 2012
An Open Letter to Santa Claus
Dear Santa, I hope you find it in your heart to put me on the “nice” list and pay me a visit this year.
OpinionBy Jeffery McNeil December 19, 2012
Tear Down the Walls of Hate
Like many who come from religious roots, institutional thinking and fear mongering against gay people was embedded in my thinking.
OpinionBy Ken Belkosky December 19, 2012
Mental Health and Homelessness
The conference made me understand that a lot of work needs to be done with the homeless and mental illness.
OpinionBy Phillip Black December 19, 2012
Talk About It
No matter what situation you’re in, just talking about it can make you feel better.
OpinionBy Jeffery McNeil December 5, 2012
Socialism, or Compassion?
Elections have consequences. With the fiscal cliff looming, a sobering reality has set in on the rich. The era of…
OpinionBy Don Kahl December 5, 2012
Another Door Closes
Some in the nation’s capital are finding that they won’t be home for the holidays.
OpinionBy John Matthews December 5, 2012
LAST WORD: A Quick Glance Around Franklin Park
Some Sunday mornings, I swing by Franklin Park, which takes up an entire block off of 13th St and K St NW. Various…
OpinionBy Akindele Akerejah December 5, 2012
In the Absence of Money
In the absence of money, resources must be acquired regardless of the means. You find yourself doing things that all…
OpinionBy Cynthia Mewborn December 5, 2012
C=MB ON THE ENVIRONMENT: WITHOUT EARTH, WE’D ALL BE HOMELESS
If you think we are not connected to trees, think again! Autumn is here. Once again we’ll witness the beauty…
OpinionBy Barron Hall December 5, 2012
We Need Love
My name is Barron Hall. I’m 64 years old and by the grace of God I’m not stupid. I’m glad…
OpinionBy Gary Minter December 5, 2012
AIDS in DC
Washington, D.C. has a higher AIDS diagnosis rate than any state in the nation. At a recent class on sexually-transmitted…
OpinionBy Morgan Jones December 5, 2012
A Dangerous Card
The DC One Card is a digitally enhanced tracking card offered to the residents of Washington, D.C. I applied for…
OpinionBy Gwynette Smith December 5, 2012
Work and the American Dream
Many that are homeless and do not work–or work part-time or below their ability–are often compared to those who are…
OpinionBy Aida Peery December 5, 2012
Giving Thanks
A Street Sense vendor gives thanks.
C=MB On The Environment: Without Earth, We’d All Be Homeless
Street Sense Artist/Vendor Cynthia Mewborn writes about why taking care of the environment is important.
OpinionBy Allen Hoorn November 21, 2012
Last Word: Character
Vendor/volunteer Allen Hoorn reflects on the life and death of fellow Street Sense vendor, Tyrone Murray.
OpinionBy Gary Minter November 21, 2012
Street Sense Vendor Named to Interagency Council Homelessness
Vendor Gary Minter was recently appointed by D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray and confirmed by the City Council as a member of the District’s Interagency Council on Homelessness.
OpinionBy Ivory Wilson November 21, 2012
A Recap From NYC
Ivory Wilson updates Street Sense readers about her trip to New York City.
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