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Beyond the ‘Bernie bro’: Socialism’s diverse new youth brigade

Beyond the ‘Bernie bro’: Socialism’s diverse new youth brigade

Inspired by Sanders, outraged by Trump, and betrayed by the neoliberal establishment, the reinvigorated Democratic Socialists of America set out to paint the town red.

By Ryan Smith

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Trevor: The Musical—the best After School Special you'll ever see

A gay teen lets Diana Ross be his guide in a world premiere from Writers Theatre.

By Tony Adler
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Chicago blog Lyrical Lemonade shares its juice with rising rappers

By showing love to potential stars as well as certified sensations, hip-hop outlet Lyrical Lemonade has built a community alongside its brand.

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Cheer-Accident mastermind Thymme Jones on the upside of Herb Alpert’s nervous breakdown

Current musical obsessions of Cheer-Accident mastermind Thymme Jones, human Top 40 encyclopedia Tony Young, and Reader music editor Philip Montoro

By Philip Montoro

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A two-and-a-half-hour musical about toilets is now playing in Chicago

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A new compilation uncovers soulful treasures from 70s and 80s Somalia

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Beyond the ‘Bernie bro’: Socialism’s diverse new youth brigade

Inspired by Sanders, outraged by Trump, and betrayed by the neoliberal establishment, the reinvigorated Democratic Socialists of America set out to paint the town red.

By Ryan Smith | 08.23.17
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Chicago blog Lyrical Lemonade shares its juice with rising rappers

By showing love to potential stars as well as certified sensations, Cole Bennett and Elliot Montanez have built a community alongside their brand.

By Leor Galil | 08.23.17
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Trevor: The Musical—the best After School Special you'll ever see

A gay teen lets Diana Ross be his guide in a world premiere from Writers Theatre.

By Tony Adler | 08.23.17
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