Culture
The socialist drama students who took on Tammany Hall in 1932
September 2, 2026Albert Maltz and George Sklar’s debut play “Merry Go Round” foretold the fall of a corrupt NYC mayor and gave a preview of their future greatness as writers.
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‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ play review: A soulful and haunting must-see performance
September 2, 2026One of the best mountings of August Wilson’s 10 “American Century Cycle” plays.
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‘Conscience’ play review: Great political art focusing on McCarthyism of past and present
August 31, 2026The play also deals with topics like homophobia, alcoholism, power discrepancies in relationships and feminism.
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‘Mickey and the Teamsters: A Fight for Fair Unions at Disney’ book review
August 28, 2026Contrast to its carefully constructed public image, Disney World was far from the ‘Happiest Place on Earth,’ for workers.
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Dolly Parton: Working class hero
August 26, 2026Dolly wasn’t just a music icon—she was a lifelong union member who stood for women workers, LGBTQ equality, Black communities, and others, even if their causes weren't popular.
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