It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Or not! But it’s still a great time to tip your hat to your local vendor and buy the latest Street Roots, which arrives early this week on Christmas Eve, tomorrow morning. Here’s what’s packing the pages this week:
“I feel like a target”: That’s the sentiment of one homeless woman who is struggling to get by this winter just as another rash of attacks are reported among women on the streets. Amanda Waldroupe has the news, along with Julie McCurdy’s streets-eye view of how women experiencing homelessness are standing together in defense of the latest violence.
Two veterans work together to transcend homelessness: A story of two men — one homeless, one not — but both living with post-traumatic stress disorder and committed to helping other vets as they transition home. Joanne Zuhl reports
A simple act of life-altering kindness: Cassandra Koslen reports on the story of some remarkable Street Roots readers who supported a vendor in his effort to find a home. (Congratulations, Joe!)
Living in a state of denial: An interview with New Yorker writer and author Michael Specter about his new book titled “Denialism.” It’s more than just an attitude. Much, much more.
Plus, the year in quotes, commentaries, and really indispensable insight from Soup Can Sam. So don’t forget the most important item on your list! Happy Holidays!