SF Youth Sell Weed to Get By, and Get an Education
New America Media, News Report, Posted: Apr 20, 2012
With a dismal job market, young people in San Francisco say selling weed helps them cover the cost of school and other essentials.
Street Singer is A Warm Light in The Shadow Economy
New America Media, News Feature, Posted: Dec 13, 2011
The money she pulls in varies from day to day, but the 24-year-old street musician derives her joy from being able to connect with the community.
Hot Dog Cart Bound for the Future
New America Media/Salon, First Person, Posted: Nov 12, 2011
A young entrepreneur is making his ends meet by selling hot dogs to hungry customers in San Francisco's DoloresPark.
Inside the Shadow Economy -- A Growing Underworld Bazaar
New America Media/Salon, News Report, Posted: Sep 29, 2011
Amid the recession, an unregulated marketplace worth $1.4 trillion undermines our economy -- and our future.
Inside the Shadow Economy -- Touch Me for Money, Life as a Male Escort
New America Media, News Report, Posted: Sep 29, 2011
When "Edward" needs cash fast he relies on the one thing he has complete control over: his body.
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