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HEADLINES ON April 23, 2015
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- Headline: Something Rotten! A Broadway Comedy Review. Impact: The success of 'Something Rotten!' may have inspired a new wave of musicals based on historical figures, leading to a future where every president has their own Broadway show—imagine 'Hamilton 2: The Sequel, But More Dramatic!'. Fact: Fun fact: Shakespeare was actually a fan of puns! He would probably be rolling in his grave if he knew how far we've taken them since then..
- Headline: Democrats Are Rallying Around $12 Minimum Wage. Impact: If the $12 minimum wage passes, it might just start a trend where every politician suddenly becomes an advocate for the working class, creating a bizarre reality where they actually have to listen to their constituents. Shocking, I know.. Fact: Did you know that the last time the minimum wage was raised, it sparked a national debate about whether workers should actually be able to afford rent? Crazy, right?.