Published on 5/17/08
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| Critical condition: Chicago’s top taste makers discuss why they critique culture—and why anyone should listen to them. | |
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![]() | Roger that: On blogs and critics, Roger Ebert takes the long view. |
| Primary school: While the national candidates get the limelight, Chicago bloggers illuminate some of the local politicos. | |
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