Lorpu S. Borsay By Jessica Elliott Lorpu S. Borsay was born in Liberia, Africa on May 3, 1982. She spent much of her life in Liberia, where she was a student, highly involved in choir. Lorpu grew up with her mother, father and many brothers and sisters. Lorpu described her mother as a businesswoman who sold radio dishes and clothing. Her father worked for Lonco Company, which ships iron to many countries around the world. Lorpu came to the United States with some of her brothers and sisters on May 28, 1999, in order to escape the civil war taking place. Lorpu’s father was killed during the war, even though he was not fighting. Her mother still resides in Liberia. Although Lorpu moved here with several of her siblings, they did not stay together, and currently live in different states around the U.S. In order to earn money and pursue one of her interests, Lorpu worked as nursing assistant for 5 years. Lorpu said she loved her job, but was fired after an incident involving the police took place outside of the White House. Lorpu was arrested and sent to court. After her court hearing she was sent to St. Elizabeth’s for three months. After being released, having zero resources, Lorpu became homeless for the first time. She is currently putting her résumé together and hopes to work again as a nursing assistant. Why do you sell Street Sense? It is the only way to survive and make money. I like working for Street Sense because it is helpful. Where do you see yourself in five years? I see myself having a degree in business administration. Favorite music? Gospel Favorite food? Baked beans and hamburgers Favorite book? The Bible