Opinion
OpinionBy Ken Belkosky January 20, 2010
Ken Reviews Potbelly Restaurant Works
A Street Sense contributor and vendor reviews a local fast casual restaurant located in Dupont Circle.
OpinionBy Robert Trautman January 20, 2010
Using Literature to Shift Criminal Justice Policy
A contributor reviews two books suggesting reforms to criminal justice policies of the United States.
OpinionBy Lawrence Howard January 6, 2010
2009 & Dark Joy
A contributor offers perspective on society’s preoccupation with taking too much interest in misfortunes of others.
OpinionBy Eric Sheptock January 6, 2010
Taking Stock Of Local Homeless Advocacy Efforts
Eric Sheptock provides an overview of homeless advocacy efforts in Washington, DC.
OpinionBy Lisa Gillespie January 6, 2010
The Last Word: No one ‘deserves’ homelessness
Street Sense Editor Lisa Gillespie shares challenges related to an experience with her family.
OpinionBy Jessica Peterson January 6, 2010
Understanding How I Can Help
Street Sense Volunteer Jessica Peterson reflects on a lunchtime conversation with a friend experiencing homelessness.
OpinionBy Eric Sheptock / Jesse Smith September 10, 2009
Franklin Shelter: The Struggle and the Saga
Eric Sheptock and Jesse Smith discuss the story of Franklin Shelter and the ongoing debate on its redevelopment.
OpinionBy Liane Schmersahl August 19, 2009
The Last Word: The Golden Rule, Revisited
Liane Schmersahl encourages everyone to remember one of the most fundamental lessons: being kind.
OpinionBy Jeffery McNeil August 19, 2009
The Lemming Who Wouldn’t Jump
Artist/Vendor Jeffery McNeil provides commentary in the form of a fable.
OpinionBy Louise Thundercloud August 19, 2009
Connecting the Dots
Commentary on the plight of social welfare programs in the District.
OpinionBy Robert Trautman August 5, 2009
Book Review: Climate Change Confronted
Robert Trautman reviews Nicholas Stern’s latest book, The Global Deal: Climate Change and the Creation of a New Era of Progress and Prosperity.
OpinionBy Vanessa Voigt August 5, 2009
The Last Word: Equally Un-Boring
Intern Vanessa Voigt shares a parting message reflecting on her experiences with Street Sense.
Engaging in a Holistic Approach to Mental Health
Vanessa Voigt provides some recommendations to readers on how to improve mental health through overall lifestyle changes.
OpinionBy Joseph Walker July 22, 2009
The Last Word: Preparing for an Uncertain Future
Artist/Vendor Joseph Walker considers what the rapid advancement of technology will mean for those experiencing homelessness.
OpinionBy Eric Sheptock July 22, 2009
No Place to Go
Artist/Vendor Eric Sheptock shares thoughts on the troubles caused by closings and management of DC area shelters.
OpinionBy Jo Ann Jackson July 22, 2009
My Mental Health Clinic – CLOSING
Artist/Vendor Jo Ann Jackson reacts to the closing of the 35 K Street mental health clinic.
OpinionBy Jeffery McNeil July 22, 2009
Living with Bipolar
Artist/Vendor Jeffery McNeil opens up to readers on coping with bipolar disorder and addiction.
OpinionBy Louise Thundercloud July 22, 2009
Autistic, Mentally Disabled and Homeless
Artist/Vendor Louise Thundercloud shares her experience struggling with mental health and homelessness.
OpinionBy Tommy Bennett July 8, 2009
The Last Word (07.08.2009)
Artist/Vendor Tommy Bennett shares about his experiences with readers about experiencing homelessness as a veteran.
OpinionBy Carlton Johnson July 8, 2009
Seafood with Style
Artist/Vendor Carlton Johnson reviews Legal Seafood’s Chinatown location.
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