Isa-Lee Wolf
Isa-Lee Wolf lives in Chicago, where she practiced law for several years; she now uses that experience a little more creatively. Her two novels, AUNTY IDA S FULL-SERVICE MENTAL INSTITUTION (BY INVITATION ONLY) and THE GREAT PARADOX AND THE INNIES AND OUTIES OF TIME MANAGEMENT are currently available in e-book editions. Keep an eye out for more books coming soon.
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Should Jilted Groom Recover Costs from Ex?Steven Silverstein is suing his former fiance, Kendra Platt-Lee for expenses he claims stem from their broken engagement. Can he win? And should he?
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Netflix Considering 'Jericho?' Seven Shows Ripe for RevivalWith Netflix bringing back 'Arrested Development' and possibly 'Jericho,' here are seven more shows that deserve a second chance. And one back-up plan. Just in case.
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School Nurse Denies Inhaler, Watches Student Lose ConsciousnessIn a shocking story out of Florida, a high school student nearly died when denied his asthma inhaler because his mother hadn't signed a form. Is this really how we're going to do things?
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'The Great Gatsby' trailer presents visually stunning world; Five more movies with jaw-dropping visuals'The Great Gatsby' trailer promises a visually stunning retelling of the classic by F. Scott Fitzgerald. It will be among great company; here are five films that transport you from our world to theirs.Also published on:
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'Men In Black 3' sees two actors in the role of oneWill Smith and Tommy Lee Jones don their suits for 'Men In Black 3' Memorial Day weekend. With Josh Brolin joining the cast as a young Agent K, it's a great time to check out other films with two (or more) actors in the role of one.
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Students Suspended for Bike Ride 'Prank' -- Seriously?A group of Michigan high school seniors were suspended for a three-mile senior 'prank' mass bike ride to school. This incident joins Post-It Note suspensions and a threat of suspension over a hairstyle. What are administrators really teaching kids?
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'Django Unchained' previewed at Cannes: Five types of Tarantino buzzQuentin Tarantino's newest film 'Django Unchained' got a seven-minute preview at the Cannes Film Festival, no doubt generating buzz. The famed director, actor, and producer gets attention; here are five types of Tarantino buzz.
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Brad Pitt solo at Cannes for 'Killing Them Softly'? Six Brangelina red carpetsAs Brad Pitt's 'Killing Them Softly' premieres at the Cannes Film Festival, it's unclear whether fiancee Angelina Jolie will be with him. Does their joint appearance at premieres affect how well their films do? Maybe. Here are six to test the theory.
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'Skyfall' trailer hits the Web: Six surprising stars who broke out with BondWith the first look at 'Skyfall,' the new James Bond film starring Daniel Craig, now available and packed with new and familiar faces, let's look at six actors who got surprising starts with 007.
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Marissa Alexander, Abused Florida Woman, Gets 20 Years for Standing GroundMarissa Alexander, a victim of domestic violence with a restraining order against her husband, was sentenced to 20 years in Florida for firing a warning shot. Is this how Stand Your Ground works?
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Sodomy Not a Civil Right? Why Virginia Lawmaker Robert Marshall Is WrongVirginia state lawmaker Robert "Bob" Marshall claimed sodomy is not a civil right while blocking a gay man's bid for judge. Not only is he wrong, the sex part is irrelevant.
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Cohen's 'The Dictator' Commitment: Four More Actors Who Took Character to the EdgeAs Sacha Baron Cohen proves with 'The Dictator,' sometimes we can tell when an actor is joking, and sometimes we really can't. Here are four more actors we have to ask: Does he mean it?
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'On the Road,' Walter Salles Bringing Life to Books at CannesThe adaptation of Jack Kerouac’s 'On the Road' isn't the only time director Walter Salles and his cast have taken on big-screen versions of books. Here are some of the ways they've brought literature to life.
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Church Sues Woman for Defamation; Religious Entitlement EscalatesThe Beaverton Grace Bible Church is suing former member Julie Anne Smith for defamation. This lawsuit marks a growing tide of an unsettling sense of entitlement from religious institutions.
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'The Paperboy' Director and Cast: Four Twisty Paths to Cannes'The Paperboy' is earning buzz as it heads for its Cannes Film Festival opening, but more interesting than the film itself is how some of the people involved in the film got there.
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Swing State Ohio's 2012 Issues, by the NumbersOhio, always influential in presidential elections, is key for 2012. What are some issues facing Ohio voters this election year? Here they are, by the numbers.
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Chicago's NATO Summit: Freedom vs. SafetyWith Chicago's NATO Summit around the corner, I can't help but notice we're missing one thing: freedom. More disturbing is how I feel about it.
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Obama on 'The View': DOMA UnconstitutionalPresident Barack Obama visited the ladies of 'The View' on Tuesday, sharing his perspective on same-sex marriage. Here's what he said that influenced my vote.
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Scarlett Johansson 'Hitchcock' Photos Emerge: Who Else for Hitchcock's Leading Ladies?With photos from the upcoming film 'Hitchcock' showing Scarlett Johansson as a very convincing Janet Leigh, we just have to ask: Who else could play Hitchcock's iconic leading ladies? Here are four and one off-topic bonus.
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Julianne Moore Cast as Margaret White in 'Carrie' Remake; Three Reasons She's Perfect for the PartJulianne Moore has signed on to play Carrie's mom, Margaret White, in the remake of Stephen King's 'Carrie.' How's the casting? Fantastic. Here's why.
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Ron Paul Quits? Maybe Not ExactlyRon Paul's May 14 announcement that he won't be campaigning in new states doesn't mean he's given up on the GOP nomination. Surprisingly, he might still win.
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'Dark Knight Rises,' 'Lawless' Star Tom Hardy in Five WordsActor Tom Hardy, whose film 'Lawless' will screen at the Cannes Film Festival, is hot and getting hotter. Don't know who he is? No problem. Here's a rundown in five words.
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Kristen Stewart Goes 'On the Road' at Cannes; Five Actress Who Scored With Real-Life RolesKristen Stewart's going real, playing Jack Kerouac's Marylou -- based on the actual LuAnne Henderson -- in 'On the Road' at Cannes. Here's a look at five actresses who got Oscar gold by playing real people.Also published on:
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Shia LaBeouf Coming to Cannes: Six Ways to Escape Child Actor StatusShia LeBeouf is working on shedding his child actor image with 'Lawless' and the short 'Howard Cantour.com' premiering at the Cannes Film Festival. Here are six other ways to do it.Also published on:
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Can Robert Pattinson Shed Edward With 'Cosmopolis'?With Robert Pattinson's 'Cosmopolis' premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, we just have to ask: can he shed Edward? Some actors can get past defining roles; some can't, and some we're still waiting on.
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Matthew McConaughey Hopes to Go From Hot to Hollywood Hot With 'The Paperboy' at CannesWith Matthew McConaughey's film 'The Paperboy' premiering at the Cannes Film Festival, can he be seen as more than a handsome face? Here are three actors who did that, and one who just didn't.
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Brad Pitt's Three Best Cannes PremieresWill Brad Pitt's 'Killing Them Softly' outshine his past Cannes Film Festival premieres? Let's look at his three strongest showings at Cannes.Also published on:
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Party like It's 1199: U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops to 'Investigate' Girl ScoutsThe U.S. Conference of Catholic Biships announced an 'official inquiry' into the Girl Scouts. Did my calendar accidentally add a thousand years to the date, or did we go back in time?
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Celebrate Mother's Day With Movie Moms Arbitrary Awards!It's Mother's Day! What better way to celebrate than with the completely made-up Movie Moms Arbitrary Awards. See who wins Best Movie Mom Ever.
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On Your Marks ..Hey Class of 2012: It's your time.
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Obese Need Not Apply at Texas HosptialCitizens Hospital in Texas won't hire anyone with a body mass index (BMI) over 35. Are they right?
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Obama Backs Same-Sex Marriage; N.C. Backs 'Meanness Movement'President Obama announced he now backs same-sex marriage, a day after North Carolina passes Amendment One, a constitutional amendment aimed at banning gay marriage.
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Today's Movie Vampires: Brutal, Brooding, or Buddies?What better excuse than the release of Tim Burton's 'Dark Shadows' to take a look back at our film affair with vampires and see where they were, where they're heading, and whether we should watch our backs.
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Moms on the Silver Screen: Five Fun First-Time Mom MoviesWith modern first-time moms coming to the big screen in Eva Mendes's 'Girl in Progress' and a slew of stars in 'What to Expect When You're Expecting' this summer, here's a fun look back at five mom films that were signs of their times.Also published on:
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Women Shouldn't Vote, Says Fox News Guest Jesse Lee PetersonSean Hannity hosts Rev. Jesse Lee Peterson, who claims it all went wrong when women got the right to vote. No, really.
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Maurice Sendak Saw Kids as People, Too"Where the Wild Things Are" author, Maurice Sendak, has died. Here's a final thank you from a life-long fan.
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Pew Study: Americans Love Smartphones; Right OnThe Pew Internet & American Life Project released a new study on May 7, 2012, showing how our smartphones are changing our lives. And I'm loving every advance.
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Can Anyone Beat 'The Avengers'? Five Films Will TryJoss Whedon's 'The Avengers' smashed opening box office records with a gross of more than $200 million. Here are five summer films with the potential to give 'The Avengers' a run for its money.
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'New York N-----s?' Public Racism Hits New LowsPaul Mushnick, New York Post columnist, suggests the former New Jersey Nets should rename themselves the 'New York N-----s' instead of the Brooklyn Nets, then claims he's combating racism. Umm, right.
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Canadian Penny Gone; Let's Pinch Ours, AmericaCanada has produced its last penny. Here's why we, in the U.S., should just leave ours well enough alone.
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Life-Changing Books from My TeachersMy teachers gave me a life-long gift of books. Here are five books (and one short story) that shaped me along the way.
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Ashton Kuctcher in Brownface: Why Popchips Ad Isn't OKPopchips contraversial ad featuring Ashton Kutcher in brownface as an Indian, supposed Bollywood character, is not ok in 2012.
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Robert Pattinson for 'Mission: Blacklist'? Five Actors Wrong for the RolesIs Robert Pattinson a good pick to play Saddam Hussein interrogator Eric Maddox? Just in case the answer's no, here are five more actors who were wrong for their roles.
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GOP's Not Gay-Friendly? Richard Grenell, Gay Romney Advisor, Quits CampaignIn news filed under 'inevitable,' Mitt Romney foreign policy advisor Richard Grenell quits after anti-gay backlash. Who thought this was going to work in the first place?
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Elisabeth Hasselbeck, Poster Child for GOP's ProblemsNothing and no one illustrates the problems with today's Republican party quite like Elisabeth Hasselbeck.
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Faded or Out of Sight? Big Stars Return May 4Three huge stars -- Demi Moore, Rebecca De Mornay, and Kathleen Turner -- return to theaters May 4. But why do big stars disappear in the first place?
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Bin Laden's Death Secured My Vote for ObamaWith Osama bin Laden's death, President Barack Obama proved he could make the tough calls under pressure.
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Hulu Might Require Proof of Cable/Satellite Subscription to View ContentHulu will require you to prove you have a paid cable subscirption to view their "free content" in the not-too-distant future. Sounds about right.Also published on:
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Kid Cheats; Father Sues School District. Wait, What?After his son was kicked out of honors English for cheating, Jack Berghouse filed suit against the school district. Here's what's really going on there.
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GOP Convention: Guns Are Great Until They're NotWith Florida's myriad of pro-gun statutes, and Tampa hosting the 2012 Republican National Convention, suddenly banning guns near the Convention sounds like a good idea.
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Chicago Film Fun From April 27-May 2, 2012Save the Portage Theater by enjoying some sci-fi and monsters, check out one of several Chicago film fests going on this week, or even see some work in progress from April 27-May 2, 2012.
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RNC Files Fraud Claim Against Obama -- for Real, Guys?RNC Chair Reince Priebus files a complaint with the GAO alleging President Obama has misused government funds and accusing him of fraud. Umm, really guys?
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Why Republicans Want Us StupidIt's not just the price of education that drives Republicans to cut funding; they're better served if we're not education.
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Tennessee Bill Doesn't Criminalize MiscarriageWhen I read that Tennessee's House was considering a bill extending 'life' to include all embryos at any stage of development, I thought the bill criminalized miscarriage. Does it?
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My Legal Career: An Un-Love StoryWhen I decided to write about my career in law, I thought I'd temper the truth. I didn't. I really, really hated it, and here's why.
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Woman Donates Kidney for Boss; Boss Fires Her; Fair?Debbie Stevens thought she was doing a good deed donating a kidney so that her boss, Jackie Brucia could receive a kidney; then Brucia fired her. This is why it shouldn't have happened in the first place.
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Obama's 'Dog Meatgate' and Republicans -- Bless Their HeartsNews that President Obama ate dog meat as a child isn't the slam-dunk Republicans think it is. Once again, Republicans aren't saying what they think they're saying.
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Five Best Movies Set in IllinoisIllinois is home to a wealth of film history, which makes picking just five movies tough. So, with a lot of cheating, here are the five best films set in Illinois.
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Ted Nugent to NRA: "Your Fault for Not Shooting Him"Are Ted Nugent's recent words to the NRA membership really a call to arms?Also published on:
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E-Books, Price-Fixing and Publishing's New WorldWhat does the Department of Justice antitrust investigation of e-books mean for readers, writers and the e-book market? Possibly not what you think.
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Friess' 'Bulletproof Teleprompter' vs. Topless Woman and O'ReillyFoster Friess said he hoped that President Obama's teleprompter was bulletproof. Fox 'mole' Joe Muto releases a photo of Bill O'Reilly with a topless woman. Only one of these stories matters.
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Joss Whedon, 'Comic-Con,' and a Fantastic Five More Documentaries'Cabin in the Woods'? 'The Avengers'? Hey, Joss Whedon fans, don't miss his other film, 'Comic-Con IV: A Fan's Hope.' And, while you're at it, a Fantastic Five more documentaries to enjoy later.
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Chicago Film Event Frenzy for Friday the 13th, WeekendWith Chicago's own Comic Expo, C2E2, running through Sunday and plenty of festivals over the weekend and into the week, Chicago is bursting with film the weekend of April 13, 2012.
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George Zimmerman and the 'Bigot Paradox'It's an idea that's gained traction with discussion surrounding George Zimmerman's alleged killing of Trayvon Martin, but does calling a bigot 'a bigot' make you a bigot?Also published on:
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Amanda Bynes Alleged DUI: Not Her TooWith reports that "good girl" Amanda Bynes was arrested for suspected DUI, can any kid grow up under the spotlight and turn out OK?
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RNC Chair Priebus' Woman/Caterpillar Analogy Has No LegsRNC Chair Rience Priebus' comparison of a GOP "War on Women" to a "war on caterpillars" only serves to prove our point about the increasingly backward Republican view of women.Also published on:
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Rick Santorum: Obama a 'Government Nig--'?! What?!Following up his comment on 'blah' people, recent video from a Janesvillle, WI campaign stop seems to show Rick Santorum calling President Barack Obama a 'Government Nig [pause] ah.' Hey Rick, we can hear you.Also published on:
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Chicago Film Events March 30 - April 4, 2012See director John McNaughton, head to a free event or two, or check out a good old-fashioned Monster Party.
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Mitt Romney's Inhuman Take on Health InsuranceGov. Mitt Romney's stands and offhand comments have dehumanized the poor and middle class, but his recent take on the uninsured is positively inhuman.
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Chicago Film Events March 23-27, 2012Help save a theater, enjoy some late-night discussions, and take in some horror in Chicago from March 23-27, 2012.
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Vibrating Tattoos? Five Incredible Tech AdvancementsFrom possible zombie-apocalypse-inducing tech to simply amazing inventions, here are 5 incredible advancements in technology that prove that yep, it's the future.
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'Political Correctness' Would Have Saved Trayvon Martin's LifeThe tragic death of Trayvon Martin demonstrates political correctness isn't a war over words; it's a war over ideas. And people are dying.Also published on:
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Anti-Obama Bumper Sticker Spotlights RacismAn image of an offensive anti-Obama bumper sticker appears to be geniune. And so does the racist sentiment behind the sticker.
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Atheists Key to Religious FreedomAtheists get every bit the Constitutional protection that the religious enjoy. No, really. Every bit. And that protects your religious freedom. Here's how.
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Beyond 'Kony 2012': Seven Films for Social Change'Kony 2012' may be getting attention for raising social awareness, but it is far from the first film to do so. Here are seven films for social change.
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Jon Hamm Nearly Right About Kim KardashianActor Jon Hamm's comments on Kim Kardashian almost hit the mark. Almost.Also published on:
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Obama's Afghanistan Policy Matters, Especially in Light of Shooting SpreePresident Barack Obama's policy on Afghanistan -- especially in light of the recent mass shooting allegedly committed by a U.S. solider -- matters to voters like me in the 2012 election. Here's why.
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Free Speech Bites Rush Limbaugh BackThe fallout from Rush Limbaugh's attacks on Sandra Fluke reveals how free speech really works.Also published on:
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Chicago Film Events March 9-15, 2012British director Terence Davies is coming to Chicago as part of the 15th Annual European Film Festival. See what else the week of March 9-15, 2012, holds for Chicago film fans.
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Will GOP View on Women Matter?Heading into Super Tuesday, women have taken a lot of heat from the Republican party. How will GOP women respond?
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Why Am I a Writer? Blame "The Phantom Tollbooth"I had no idea when I held "The Phantom Tollbooth" in my hands as a child, excited to see what was inside, that it would shape my career path. But it did.
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Forged Obama Birth Certificate, Joe Arpaio? Seriously?Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio claims President Barack Obama's birth certificate may be forged. Seriously, people, give it a rest, we've decoded you, and we know what you're really saying.Also published on:
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Forget 'Streep Fatigue': Three Reasons to Love MerylAfter her third win and a record 17 Oscar nominations, Best Actress winner Meryl Streep said she understands 'Streep fatigue.' Not so; here are three reasons to love her.
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Is Billy Crystal Key to Predicting Best Picture?I think host Billy Crystal's song is the key to predicting the Best Picture Winner at the Oscars. Let's see if I'm right.
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Four Unexpected Original Screenplay MissesWoody Allen won the Oscar for Best Original Screeplay but take heart, other nominees: Here are four other surprising films that also did not win that category.
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Jim Rash 'Deans' an Oscar!Jim Rash, Alexander Payne, and Nat Faxon win the Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay. Way to go Dean Pelton!
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Octavia Spencer: Hattie McDaniel Would Be ProudMore than 70 years apart, Octavia Spencer and Hattie McDaniel won Oscars for Best Supporting Actress portraying maids, but so much has changed between them.Also published on:
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Oscar Says Welcome Back, BillyBilly Crystal's back for the ninth time on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2012, for the 84th Annual Academy Awards. Here’s why he's Oscar's go-to guy.
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Faith in Humanity Restored by Power of the InternetThe internet isn't all about keeping us apart, as this story of a terminally-ill young man, his friend and a virtual community proves.Also published on:
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Oscar Nominees Who Rocked TV, TooOscar nominees put their talent to work on TV: five great shows they made even better.Also published on:
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Chicago Film Events Feb. 24-29, 2012In the week of Feb. 24-29, 2012, Chicago offers animation (including a cult favorite animator) and Oscars, a film festival, and more.
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Five Fantastically Awkward Oscar MomentsIn with the elegance, the Oscars often offer some wonderful memories, each awkward in its own way. Here are five fantastically awkward Oscar moments.
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U.S. Fundamentalists: Taliban of Tomorrow?Fundamentalism is dangerous, no matter the religious affiliation. What fundamentalists want to do with our country should first scare you enough to take action.Also published on:
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2012 Is the Election of the Century... but Which Century?Flanked by the modern issue of the validation of same-sex marriage and last century's battle over reproduction, 2012 may shape up to be the presidential election of the century. The question is which century?
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Issa's Joke of a Non-Contraception HearingRep. Issa (R-Calif.) claims his womanless hearing didn't need women because it was about religion, not contraception. Yeah, sure, that makes it all better.Also published on:
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Presidents Day 2012: 3 Best Presidential TraitsWith the 2012 election coming up, all contenders for the White House should look to some of our past presidents for guidance. Here are three of the best presidential traits so far.
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Chicago Film Events Feb. 17-23, 2012Check out a film festival or two, participate in a discussion, or check out some of the special Black History Month events here in Chicago during the week of Feb. 17-23, 2012.
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War on Religion? No, It's Self-DefenseReligion's not under attack in this country. Our constitutional religious freedoms are endangered, yes, but religion is leading the charge.Also published on:
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Prop 8 Decision: You Don't Get a SayProp 8 overturned. Civil rights: 1. Forcing other people to live their lives the way you think they should: 0.Also published on:
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Chicago Movie Events Feb. 3-8, 2012This week, Chicago film offers Q&A sessions, the kickoff to a festival, and another secret film.
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Contraception Controversy? It's the 21st Century, Right?Religiously-affiliated colleges and hospitals are objecting to a federal requirement that their health insurance plans cover contraception for employees on "religious grounds." If they succeed, there will only be one clear winner. Hint: it's not God.Also published on:
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Chicago, It's Time to Issue Jaywalking TicketsChicago jaywalking feels like it's at a high. Is it time to start issuing jaywalking tickets?
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Chicago Movie Events From Jan. 27-Feb. 1, 2012From Jan. 27-Feb. 1, 2012, Chicago film has some fun and some freebies.
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Twisted Competitive Reality: 5 Shows to WatchThink you've seen it all when it comes to competitive reality TV? These 5 shows take a familiar concept and twist it.
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Mitt Romney, Newt Gingrich: Isn't Charity a 'Christian Value?'Though Republican presidential hopefuls Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich talk a lot about their 'Judeo-Christian values,' they seem to have forgotten a biggie.Also published on:
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Rise of the 'Blobbyist': Thanks, 'Citizens United'MPAA head Chris Dodd is outraged that politicans took money from his organization but have backed off SOPA and PIPA. Here's why he thinks it's justified.
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SOPA and PIPA Propose a Cowardly New WorldThough they're supposed to combat online piracy, SOPA and PIPA appear far more effective at combating the First Amendment.Also published on:
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'Open Marriage,' Newt Gingrich? Not Sure That's TraditionalWhy Newt Gingrich's indignation over questions regarding about his alleged request for an "open" marriage should freak you out.Also published on:
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Chicago Movie Events From Jan. 20-26, 2012Chicago film offers some big names, a chance for tickets to a movie premiere, and lots of foreign choices from Jan. 20, 2012, through January 26, 2012.
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Deep Fried Lies: Paula Deen Reveals DiabetesPaula Deen, queen of excessive foods, was diagnosed with type-2 diabetes three years ago. She's been lying to us ever since.Also published on:
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69th Annual Golden Globes: My Year of Low-Buzz MoviesI managed to miss most of the movies nominated and honored at the 69th Annual Golden Globes, but that doesn't mean I wasn't watching movies. Here are some I wish I hadn't seen, some great ones, and one you likely hated but I loved.
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Chicago Movie Events From Jan. 13-19, 2012From Crispin Glover in person to Stranger Than Fiction documentary discussions to free movies (even one for kids), movies abound in Chicago from Jan. 13-19, 2012.
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2012 Election: Sanity Above Political FrayI wrote an article about the GOP presidential hopefuls and expected one thing in the comments. What I found something else entirely.Also published on:
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Ray Bradbury's 'Fahrenheit 451': A Cultural Crystal BallRay Bradbury's 'Fahrenheit 451' is far more than a book about a fireman who burns books. It is a predictive look at our current culture written nearly 60 years ago.
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'House of Lies' a House of Evil GoodnessCheck out Showtime's fun new dark comedy "House of Lies." Consider it cramming for the water cooler.
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'Anti-Christian Bigotry,' Newt Gingrich? Let's Ban Bacon!Newt Gingrich's claim, and Mitt Romney's agreement, that equal rights for same-sex couples is 'anti-Christian bigotry' has me thinking. If we're going to legislate religion, let's do it right. Ban bacon!Also published on:
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In with the OldLetting go isn't always easy, even for cyborgs.
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Newt Gingrich, Rick Santorum: Are You Playing Racist Chicken?With the outrageous racist statements coming from presidential hopefuls Rick Santorum and Newt Gingrich, one can only hope they've lost bets and don't honestly believe what they are saying.Also published on:
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Are "Home Parties" a Financial Solution?Home parties, where you can buy certain products from a licensed representative, are everywhere. But do they really offer a financial solution?
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Reader's Dilemma: Should I Quit?I'm finding myself slowly wading through a classic. Is it time to close the book?
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Tsk, Tsk, John Boehner: Put 'Representative' Back into 'Rep.'Congress did us no favor by passing the pay roll tax cut extension; they merely did their jobs.Also published on:
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Chicago Film Events for December 2011, Sneak Preview of January 2012This year's winding down, and 2012's winding up. Here are Chicago's film events to finish out this year and start the next.
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Speaker John Boehner Walks Out on AmericansIf we suspected our government disdains the very issues most important to us right now, Speaker of the House John Boehner has confirmed that suspicion by walking out on Americans.Also published on:
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Got a Few Minutes? Watch a MovieIf you have a few minutes and feel like a dose of sci-fi, watch a short film. Here are some you may enjoy, even if you only have one minute to spare.
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Hate Reality TV? 5 Shows to Change Your MindThink you hate all reality television? Here are five shows that may change your mind.
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Make Your Own TV Marathon with These ShowsIf you have time and are bummed there's not as much to watch these days, it's no problem; just make your own TV marathon.
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Chicago Film Events Dec. 16-20, 2011Chicago has some don't-miss film events from Dec. 16-20, 2011, including great discussions and a classic by one of the most influential directors in film.
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NTSB's Suggested Cell Phone Ban: Too Drastic?NTSB recommends the banning of all cell phone use in cars, but I'm not sure we have to. Am I fooling myself?Also published on:
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'Psych' and 'Chuck': One Week, Two Cults'Psych' and 'Chuck' both visited the world of comedic cults. Here's a head-to-head on how they did.
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Chicago Film Events for Dec. 9-14, 2011 -- Featuring FishboneChicago film offers holiday options, non-holiday options, and the band Fishbone during the week of Dec. 9-14, 2011.
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'The Exes' and 'Hot in Cleveland': TV Land’s Snuggies of ComedyNot all humor has to be cutting edge to be funny, and TV Land's 'Hot in Cleveland' and 'The Exes' prove it.
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Six Underrated Sitcoms: Watch Them!Maybe the premise didn't grab you. Maybe you heard it was bad. Maybe you heard it was odd. Stop listening and start watching.
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Five Best Novels for NowLooking for something to read? Here are five favorite novels fitting for our times.
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Chicago's once-a-year special holiday productsAs winter approaches, Chicago's seasonal products, available only during holidays, are a bright spot worth the anticipation.
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Cain Suspends Campaign -- Should He?With allegations of personal misconduct, Herman Cain has suspended his presidential campaign. Should he have to?
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Chicago Film Events from Dec. 2, 2011 - Dec. 7, 2011During the week of Dec. 2, 2011 - Dec. 7, 2011, Chicago films boast a conversation with a best-selling author, surprising horror events, and documentaries galore.
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Surprisingly, 'Neighborhood Walmart' Not an OxymoronWhen I discovered a Walmart Express Store had suddenly opened in my neighborhood, a quick trip there revealed something I wasn't expecting.Also published on:
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OWS, Red-Light Cameras, and Corporatization of GovernmentThe Occupy Wall Street protests have spurred videos of white-shirted officers beating and pepper-spraying crowds, but who, exactly, is paying those officers? And whose interests are they protecting?Also published on:
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'Sister Wives': Robyn's Offer of Surrogacy to Meri More Than it AppearsThe season finale of 'Sister Wives' made me tear up, and no, I couldn't believe it either. Here's why.
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'Community': Can Crowd Funding Save a Show Too Good to Go?With the fear of cancellation clouding 'Community's' sudden hiatus, could crowd-funding be the answer to keeping the doors of our beloved Greendale open?
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The 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' Guide to Rich People's ProblemsAs the ladies of 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' can prove, rich people have problems, too. They're just a little, well, different from our problems. Here's a guide.
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Chicago Film Events From Nov. 18- 25, 2011Thanksgiving or no Thanksgiving, Chicago still offers a wide variety of film for fun, escape, and education during the week of Nov. 18 - Nov. 25, 2011.
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Mental Health Worker Fired for Reporting Child Porn; When 'Ethical' and 'Right' ConflictAn employee of Three Rivers Mental Health Solutions in Montana was fired when she reported alleged child pornography to employees, making 'right' and 'ethical' two completely different things.
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'Assassin of Secrets' Plagiarism Intrigue: Two Writers, One InternetLike any good thriller, the biggest twist in the story of allegations of plagiarism against Little, Brown's "Assassins of Secrets" author Q.R. Markham isn't where you think it is.
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'Melancholia' Embodies Indie Sci-Fi's Brave New WorldAs the early release of sci-fi indie film 'Melancholia' shows, filmmakers are getting creative when it comes to getting their movies to audiences. What better indie genre than science-fiction to embrace the technology?
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Shakespeare: Genius or Fraud?'Anonymous' revives the idea that William Shakespeare was a fraud, a cover for another writer. Are the critics right?
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Chicago Film Events From Oct. 27- Nov. 3, 2011In the week of Oct. 27 through Nov.3, 2011, Chicago film offers a festival for nearly everyone, some Halloween scary moments, and a chance to recreate a favorite film moment.Also published on:
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Five of Chicago's best sports surprisesIn Chicago, we take the bad with the good when it comes to sports, but when it's good, it's amazing. Here are five sports moments that took us by (pleasant) surprise.
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'Sister Wives' Shows It's Relationships that Matter'Sister Wives' is best when it's letting us into the secrets of real life, not life philosophy.
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'Dexter' and Religion: Two Incompatible Universes CollideIn Season 6, 'Dexter' takes on religion, but does it work for the show?
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'Once Upon a Time' There was a Fantastic New DramaFantasy fans had a long wait for ABC's new fairytale themed "Once Upon a Time," but if the pilot is any indication, the wait was worthwhile.
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'The Three Musketeers' Worth Swashbuckle to the Theater? Ask the Chicago AreaCritics may not enjoy the latest 'The Three Musketeers' reboot, but the sparse audience in a recent Chicago area 3D showing had an entirely different take.
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Justifiable Hacking? Anonymous Reports Destroying Child Porn Destination, Lolita CityHacking group Anonymous is reporting that it has brought down the hidden child pornography site Lolita City. Do the ends justify the means?
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'How I Met Your Mother' Has a Laugh Track?Somehow, in all the years I've watched 'How I Met Your Mother,' I never realized it had a laugh track. Now I can't stop hearing it.
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Herman Cain's New Plan: Opportunity Zones or Opportunistic Zones?After relenting and offering a break on income tax for the poor in his evolving 9-9-9 tax plan, Herman Cain is now focusing on making poor areas 'Opportunity Zones.' But opportunities for whom?
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Chicago Movie Events from Oct. 21-25, 2011Chicago offers a wealth of film events for the week of Oct. 21-26, from the spooky to the cerebral to a wealth of offerings for kids.
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Animal Release in Zanesville Ultimate CrueltyIt's another exotic-animal-on-the-loose story out of Zanesville, Ohio, but this time, it's more horrifying that humorous.
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'Breaking Bad': A Portrait of Walter White'Breaking Bad' has a lot of things going for it: excellent writing, strong acting and satisfyingly twisted plots, but perhaps the best aspect is chemistry teacher/drug lord Walter White himself
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Herman Cain's 9-9-9 Plan: Let Them Buy UsedHerman Cain's response to critics who say the poor will pay more under his plan? Yes, some will pay more, but the new sales tax won't apply to used goods.Also published on:
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'Psych': 5.3 Reasons It's the Cure for the Common Lack of Funny'Psych,' is like wrapping yourself in a cozy blanket of funny. Here are the 5.3 reasons you should be watching it right now.
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Seal Beach: Is the SCOTUS' View on Second Amendment to Blame?From a massacre in Seal Beach, Calif., to a intoxicated gun arrest in Tennessee to a funeral in Illinois, guns are the question, but what's the answer?Also published on:
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'The Little Couple': Did We Have to Watch Them Bowl?Bill and Jen of "The Little Couple" may just be too normal for television.
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'Terra Nova': When Dinosaurs Aren't Enough'Terra Nova' started with a concept, but the generic story lines could happen anywhere at any time.
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It Gets Older: Glamorization of Bullying Must StopWhile bullying has reached the national conscience as a grave issue, we still welcome it as entertainment.Also published on:
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The Chicago Marathon: A Story of Life and of DeathThe Chicago Marathon is always an emotion-filled, dramatic event, but this year there was life and death among the nearly 36,000 stories between.Also published on:
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'Sister Wives': Polygamy Hurts Christine but Not the Way You ThinkThink polygamy would be hard? For third wife Christine, life under four separate roofs seems harder.
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Netflix Wises Up, Hastily Ditches QwiksterAsk and ye shall receive. After subscribers flee Netflix under the threat of the separate DVD service, Qwikster, Netflix scraps the plan completely.Also published on:
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'Homeland': Captivating and Gut-WrenchingThe new intelligence drama 'Homeland' is hard to watch, but worth watching.
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Young Thieves Report Child Porn on Stolen Items, Pay Debt to SocietyThey found child porn on the CDs they allegedly stole, but it's what they did with it that matters.Also published on:
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I'm a PC, and I'll Miss Steve JobsEven those of us who weren't Apple users will miss the bright imagination and huge personality of Steve Jobs.Also published on:
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Herman Cain's '9-9-9' Plan: Fair's in the Eye of the BeholderHerman Cain's '9-9-9' tax plan sounds fair, but is it?Also published on:
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Mr. Burns, TV Executive: Fox Threatens 'Simpsons' CancellationCrying poverty, 20th Century Fox threatens to cancel 'The Simpsons' unless the actors take a 45 percent cut in pay. Not cool, Fox.Also published on:
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The Devil and Amanda Knox: American Student FreedAmanda Knox won her freedom in Italy, but we should not forget how her case began so it does not happen again.Also published on:
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'Real Housewives of New Jersey': You Are What You ThinkEven if we don't believe the 'Real Housewives of New Jersey' stars are pop singers, writers or wheelers and dealers, they seem to believe it, and for them that's good enough.
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Mirage of the Limelight: Potential Anderson Cooper Guest in ComaAs demonstrated by the teenager, now in a coma after filming his skateboarding tricks for Anderson Cooper's show, the pursuit of attention isn't all it appears. Just ask Jacqueline Laurita of 'Real Housewives of New Jersey.'
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The Bluths Shall Be Set Free: 'Arrested Development' ResurrectedIn a tribute to the power of positive thinking, 'Arrested Development,' the mocumentary about the strange Bluth family, will return from the void years after cancellation.Also published on:
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'Doctor Who' Vs. 'Fringe': Thinking Vs. MemorizingThe 'Fringe' rearrangement of time requires the viewer to work hard to keep up, while 'Doctor Who' constantly plays with time and makes it easy to follow. Here is the difference.
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Whitney Cummings Striking Out with 'Whitney' and '2 Broke Girls'Two weeks in, and both of Whitney Cumming's offerings, '2 Broke Girls' and 'Whitney' are getting worse rather than better.
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'Dexter': Five Reasons It’s Time Deb Learned the TruthIt's a storyline the whole series in the making: it's time Deb finds out the truth about her brother Dexter.
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Nail-Painting Driver Causes Deadly Crash, Gets Holidays with FamilyLora Hunt, who killed Anna Zaffke when she rear-ended her motorcycle while painting her nails, will get holidays at home with her family.
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Percolating Thoughts on National Coffee DayNational Coffee Day gives a chance to think about that thing we take for granted. Better yet, this year it falls on Rosh Hashanah.Also published on:
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Walter Payton Tell-All Can't Sour the SweetnessA new book about the Bears' Walter Payton paints a darker picture of the legend, but it doesn't dampen his light.Also published on:
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'Up All Night': Third Time’s a Charm'Up All Night' limped out of the gate, stumbled in week two, but is actually (gasp!) funny week three.
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Key to 'Castle': Nathan Fillion at Full-Blast Charming'Castle' took a wrong turn with its dramatic premiere, but Nathan Fillion's Castle is back and as fun to watch as ever.
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Amazon Burning up eReader Market with Fire, 3 New KindlesAmazon's announcement of the Fire Tablet was expected. The announcement of three new eReaders at an incredibly low price-point will change reading forever.Also published on:
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'Terra Nova': Dinosaurs on TV With People!After long months of waiting, we finally visit 'Terra Nova.' Is the dinsosaur-filled TV series worth the one-way trip through time?
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'Sister Wives': Is Kody Brown the Next Kate Gosselin?With fame and attention taking a toll on his kids and wives, will Kody Brown become the next Kate Gosselin?
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Want Some Whipped Racist Rhetoric With That Brownie?UC Berkeley's anti-affirmative action racist bake sale does not make the point it thinks it does.Also published on:
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'A Gifted Man' Has More Than a Ghost of a ChanceDoes this fantasy drama live up to the summer-long hype?
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'Doctor Who' and Time Paradoxes. AgainThe ending of 'Doctor Who's' 'Closing Time' gives a peek into yet another time paradox.
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Idaho Woman Escapes Abortion Prosecution, but Slope's Getting SlipperyA judge threw out the criminal case against Jennie Linn McCormack for terminating her pregnancy, but her case foreshadows the future of the abortion battle in this country.
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'Person of Interest' Lacks Intrigue; After a Summer of Hype, it FizzlesJ.J. Abrams and Jonathan Nolan's much hyped "Person of Interest" does not live up to its pre-premiere buzz.
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'Community' is Hilarious in a Weird WayYou should be watching 'Community' because of its strangeness, not in spite of it. Here's why.
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What Are Implications of Measurable Dreams?Scientists at UC Berkley have constructed visual images from data recorded from test subjects' brains; your dreams may be next.Also published on:
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After 'The God Complex,' It's Time for the Doctor to Stop RunningAfter a nearly season-long tribute to avoiding their problems, after 'The God Complex,' have the Doctor and Amy finally stopped running?
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Hungering for 'Revenge': It's Not Real Life and That's Why it WorksIt may be a dish best served cold, but 'Revenge' is heating up the Hamptons.
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Wheels of Death Still Turning; Can We Justify the Death Penalty?The execution of Troy Davis did not slow the death penalty machine in this country. We do not have to like the convicted, but we do have to grant them justice.Also published on:
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Suicide of Jamey Rodemeyer Shows Impact of PrejudiceThe suicide of 14-year-old Jamey Rodemeyer starkly illustrates that beyond the policy of politicians like Rick Santorum, beyond the repealing of 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell,' lie real people dealing with real life.Also published on:
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The 'Glee Project' Payoff: Lindsay Pearce Gets Her Episode'Glee Project' runner-up Lindsay Pearce appears in the Season 3 premiere, and, umm, was that Alex Newell?
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Michaele, Tareq Salahi, and Neil Schon: From Reality to DramedyMicaele and Tareq Salahi, of the defunct 'Real Housewives of D.C.' with the introduction of Journey rocker Neil Schon, go from reality to dramedy in an abrupt change of genres.
