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“Broken Land Dreams” Combines Magical Realism With Satire
A retired high school social worker and disillusioned Brooklynite joins forces with former students and peers to resist the Right in David Forbes’ piece of speculative fiction.
The Evolution of Black Bookstores
21st century Black booksellers bring activism and business together in a way that skirts the debates of their predecessors; to them, the work is all of a piece.
Paseo Park, a 26-block long, car-free avenue in Jackson Heights, is just the beginning, say advocates.
“Apple & Palm” Tells Appalachia’s Stories With Tenderness
A wide range of emotional responses form the crux of the stories in “Apple & Palm” and Henley’s writing is somehow both spare and detailed.
“The Coroner’s Silence” and Law Enforcement’s Cover-Up of Police Violence
“The Coroner’s Silence” is an important addition to our understanding of how law enforcement contributes to and justifies the abuse and neglect of those deemed unworthy of equal treatment, respect, and care.
“No Other Choice,” A Deceptively Hilarious Outcry Against the Modern Job Search
We face the uncertain future with a helpless irony, knowing the problems but remaining powerless in face of overwhelming…
Puerto Rico’s Cultural Sovereignty Is Why Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Performance Matters
At a time when Latin Americans in the US and abroad are under attack by the Trump administration, his Spanish-only performance at an event viewed by over 100 million people sends a powerful message: we will not be erased.
“Marty Supreme” and the Pitfalls of Individualism
“Marty Supreme” is a wild ride through the world of 1950s New York City and competitive table tennis, with standout performances and a surprising condemnation of individualism.
“Avatar 3” is a Liberal Fantasy of Racial Reconciliation
The real goal of the Avatar trilogy is soothing the liberal soul, not exploring the beauty and terror of revolutionary struggle.