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When Comedy Was Clean and Comediennes Were King

John Farr | Posted 05.20.2012

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John Farr

For those wanting a respite from today's low, "in-your-face" brand of comedy, here are a few tried-and-true classics featuring these top screen comediennes. These special ladies made us laugh -- and feel smart -- at the same time.

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Obama and "The Chicago Way"

Martin Nolan | Posted 05.25.2011

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Martin Nolan

How does Barack Obama fit into political Chicago? I found out at another convention, Boston's in 2004.

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