The challenges faced by these migrant vendors are almost insurmountable, as they strive to make a living by selling often-overlooked products to commuters who rarely glance up from their phones while navigating subway cars and platforms.
Suspicion is understandably rife among the sizeable population of migrant vendors scattered throughout the subway system, many of whom face threats of physical violence and police prosecution.
For many undocumented immigrants, particularly those with young children, vending on public transportation becomes a natural choice, drawing on a common practice among the poor in several Latin American countries.
The consequences of being caught by the NYPD can be severe, and many vendors have expressed fears over the incoming Trump presidency and have detailed plans to stop vending after Jan. 20.
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