Even in difficult times, there’s so much to give thanks for — including the newest edition of Street Roots and your friendly neighborhood vendor who is working, rain or shine, to bring you the news. Here’s what’s in the new edition, hitting the streets bright and early Friday morning:
Dylan for the holidays: An exclusive interview for street papers with Bob Dylan about his new Christmas CD. He’s putting all of his income from the CD toward three programs that feed the homeless.
Portland housing advocates consider push for housing levy: Seattle has had a housing levy since 1981, funding thousands of new housing for low-income residents. Amanda Waldroupe pursues the answer to the question: Why doesn’t Portland do the same thing?
Activists mark 10 years since the Battle in Seattle: In 1999, the world convened in Seattle for a week of demonstrations against the policies of the World Trade Organization. A decade on, and activists remember what was remarkable about the event, and the work that lies ahead.
Single-payer advocate says keep the heat on those in power: Jay Thiemeyer talks with Peter Shapiro with Jobs with Justice about his own activism to keep single-payer the goal in health care reform.
Genny Nelson, Sisters’ co-founder, retires: Nelson reflects on 30 years with the organization that brought power to the streets and changed the dialogue around homelessness.
And much more is packed inside 16 pages, all for only $1. Get yours today, along with one for the office.
Thank you!