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How it feels to learn like we're 5
A humbling progress report from our Portuguese classes.
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Lessons in activism from Minnesota
The news about Renee Good's killing brings an echo of LGBTQ history.
Jan 10
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A new year without The New York Times
There are other ways to get all the news that doesn't fit in America's supposed paper of record.
Jan 3
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Boas festas in 3 acts
These songs by Portuguese artists aren't all about Christmas, but they're gifts nonetheless.
Dec 20, 2025
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Greetings from the general strike
Portugal's prime minister called the huge action "inexpressive." But it told me a lot.
Dec 13, 2025
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How I fell in love with a Portuguese anti-fascist
José 'Zeca' Afonso's voice started a revolution. It was his face that caught my attention.
Dec 6, 2025
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One of America's worst exports
The holiday season begins in Portugal.
Nov 29, 2025
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Meanwhile back in Missouri...
Economists can measure the loss of collective wealth as queer people leave a hostile place. The moral and creative cost is incalculable.
Nov 22, 2025
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