MARCH 18, 2007

Full News Archive

• Headline: Exploring Feminism Through Family Ties. Impact: Rebecca Walker's exploration of family ties led to a generation of daughters questioning their mothers' choices, resulting in a massive increase in awkward family dinners and therapy bills. Who knew the ripple effect of one book could cause so much 'fun' at Thanksgiving?. Fact: Rebecca Walker isn't just a feminist daughter; she's the daughter of Alice Walker, which means she probably has some pretty interesting family reunions. Just imagine the book recommendations!.
• Headline: Poetry Caravan: Bringing Words to Life. Impact: The Poetry Caravan's noble efforts to bring poetry to the marginalized sparked an unexpected trend: poetry slams in nursing homes, where residents began competing for the title of 'Most Sarcastic Sonnet'. The world now has more 90-year-olds throwing shade than ever before.. Fact: Poetry in nursing homes is great, but did you know it can also lead to unexpected rap battles? ‘Oldies but Goodies’ has taken on a whole new meaning!.
• Headline: ‘City of Refuge’. Impact: The 'City of Refuge' gatherings became the blueprint for every hipster gathering ever, complete with organic kale smoothies and debates over which ancient text is the best source of wisdom. Who knew rebellion could be so... trendy?. Fact: Gathering to laugh and make merry sounds delightful, but I can’t help but think that 'Orthodox partygoers' is an oxymoron. Just wait until the after-party!.
• Headline: G.O.P. Anger in Swing State Eased Attorney’s Exit. Impact: David C. Iglesias's exit from the scene resulted in a wave of attorneys taking 'How to Handle Criticism' seminars, which quickly turned into a cult-like following of disgruntled lawyers. Now there's a new sect dedicated to avoiding phone calls from angry constituents.. Fact: The G.O.P. was so angry about the prosecutors being dismissed that it sparked a new trend of political drama – who knew law could be as thrilling as reality TV? Next up: 'The Real Attorneys of Washington D.C.'.