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On the Hanoi Hotel, circa 1973 [by Rachel Shukert]
Sayeth John McCain: "A Lot of My Captors Were Homosexuals." Sayeth Rachel Shukert: Isn’t that the title of a Morrissey song? Because if it isn’t, it should be. What do you say? Shall we…
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The Fastest Swimmer in the Republic of Cervixstan [by Rachel Shukert]
I came across this on the internets today, and on account of what I’ve been feeling (in my pants) whilst watching the Olympics lately, it seemed appropriate to share it with all of you.
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“The Girl’s Will; or Optimism” [by Judith Hall]
The Girl’s Will; or Optimism After Alice, Lolita, Candy, Candide, and Alice Again "Curiouser and curiouser!" cried — Half-naked, kneeling, turning about on "Darn Daddy…
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Poets do HUAC #1–Shafer Hall: The Reckoning (by Rachel Shukert)
Shafer Hall is the best. The best poet, the best person, the best bartender, and the best friend. Also, not to narcissistic about it, but due to his careful tutelage and encouragement he is…
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Sinatra makes Obama’s hit list — and McCain’s
Thanks to Blender magazine (and NPR), we now know our presidential candidates’ top ten favorite songs. The only recording artist to make both lists is Frank Sinatra. John McCain picked Sinatra’s "I’ve Got You…
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“Mad Men” Loves the Blue Room (by Rodgers and Hart)
We’ll have a blue room, A new room, For two room, Where ev’ry day’s a holiday Because you’re married to me. Not like a ballroom, A small room, A hall room, Where I can…
