After stumbling upon the scene of the capture of an escaped murderer, clinical social worker Jennifer Lunden grapples with the polarities of innocence and guilt, social neglect and social justice.
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When American Media Was (Briefly) Diverse
An economic downturn in 2008 shuttered numerous publications and further marginalized people of color in an already minimally integrated industry. But in the 90’s and early-aughts, multicultural publications flourished, providing an alternative model for journalism that bears remembering.
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Anaphylaxis of the Mind
Alyson Pomerantz reframes her understanding of illness when an allergic reaction turns out to be something else.
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When Your Social Worker Thinks You’re Ungrateful
Dina Nayeri’s patience is tried as she accompanies an immigrant family into a bureaucratic nightmare.
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Shelved: Van Morrison’s Contractual Obligation Album
This is the sound of not really trying.
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When Running Toward Yourself Looks Like Running Away
Amber Leventry recalls how getting sober forced them to confront and reveal important truths about their identity.
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The Reluctant Propagandist
Massood Sanjer, Afghanistan’s most famous radio host, had an unlikely start to his career as a beacon of free speech. Under the Taliban rule, his voice used to carry Taliban propaganda all over the world.
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Better Late
From straightening her teeth to finding her true love, Summer Block has reached the milestones in her life later than most.
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Riding the Highs and Lows with My Mom
On a night out in the Hollywood hills, Valentina Valentini’s lifelong role-reversal with her mother becomes upended.
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Conversations with My Loveliest
Melissa Berman recalls what was said, and not said, between her and her beloved aunt as they approached her final year.