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Scenes from a swing state. Plus, Ruth Reichl, take me away!
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Refinement is Resistance
A glamorous guide to do-it-yourself democracy, citizenry and diplomacy; from former Vogue Merchandising Editor Maria Devaney. Expect essays three times a week.
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