Straight Out of North Philly

july 22, 2003  11:58 pm
Straight Out of North Philly
When a police-led quality of life initiative forced drug dealers off the streets, Philly hustlers didn't know what to do. Dealers argued over every corner, every $5, every baggie sold. Three North Philly peddlers decided to leave the narcotics trade behind and start selling T-shirts. Philadelphia Weekly's Steve Volk explores whether or not these guys are for real -- or just trying to position themselves for their next court appearance.