PERSONAL TIME Trans Activist Reflects on the Personal, Political

Crispin Torres at Big Chicks. Photo by Tracy Baim

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by Gretchen Rachel Hammond Torres works to change the lives of transgender individuals from a struggle against a growing tide of anti-transgender As March begins, Crispin Torres will take a significant step legislation, violence and discrimination to a day when their along a life-path fashioned by an enduring and unconditional basic human and civil rights will not be questioned, left open love of both music and his transgender community. to debate or eradicated completely. It is a part of a medical process that the prevalent philoso- Despite the task which lies ahead of Torres, despite a trans- phy of transgender discourse has decreed wrong to discuss. gender community whose divisions along racial, age and Regardless, after Torres emerges from anesthesia and the “passable” lines render the battle for recognition of its hu- LAW AND ORDER brief respite of convalescence, he will resume his work not manity even more challenging, despite little or no support Kim Foxx vies for Cook County state’s attorney. only as a community educator for the Midwest Regional Office from mainstream LGBT groups, Torres shared with Windy City Powell Photography 16 of Lambda Legal but as an educator, activist and community Times why he remained optimistic. organizer. Turn to page 6 WINDY CITY TIMES 2016 PRIMARY ELECTION CHARTS BEGINS ON PAGE 10

DIONNE WARWICK WOMAN MADE GALLERY DELIA KROPP Legendary singer talks AIDS activism, Venue exhibiting works of “The Danish Girl,” Trans actress is in local production. Black Ensemble Theatre. Lili Elbe. Photo of Delia Kropp (L) and Katurah Nelson by Paul Goyette 24 Courtesy of Sydney Stoudmire and Woman Made Gallery 25 19

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Wedding listings 26 by Gretchen rachel hammond Torres works to change the lives of transgender individuals from a struggle against a growing tide of anti-transgender As March begins, Crispin Torres will take a significant step legislation, violence and discrimination to a day when their along a life-path fashioned by an enduring and unconditional basic human and civil rights will not be questioned, left open love of both music and his transgender community. to debate or eradicated completely. NIGHTSPOTS 27 It is a part of a medical process that the prevalent philoso- Despite the task which lies ahead of Torres, despite a trans- phy of transgender discourse has decreed wrong to discuss. gender community whose divisions along racial, age and Regardless, after Torres emerges from anesthesia and the “passable” lines render the battle for recognition of its hu- LAW AND ORDER brief respite of convalescence, he will resume his work not manity even more challenging, despite little or no support Kim Foxx vies for cook county state’s attorney. only as a community educator for the Midwest Regional Office from mainstream LGBT groups, Torres shared with Windy City Powell Photography 16 of Lambda Legal but as an educator, activist and community Times why he remained optimistic. organizer. Turn to page 6 WINDY CITY TIMES 2016 PRIMARY ELECTION CHARTS OUTLINES BEGINS ON PAGE 10 Calendar Q 30 Classifieds 30

DIONNE WARWICK WOMAN MADE GALLERY DELIA KROPP legendary singer talks aIdS activism, Venue exhibiting works of “the danish Girl,” trans actress is in local production. black ensemble theatre. lili elbe. Photo of Delia Kropp (L) and Katurah Nelson by Paul Goyette 24 Courtesy of Sydney Stoudmire and Woman Made Gallery 25 19

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DAILY BREAKING NEWS Photo from Gaywheels.com The Chicago History Museum gratefully acknowledges the support of the Chicago Park District on behalf of the people of Chicago. 4 March 2, 2016 WINDY CITY TIMES CDC: At current rate, 1 in 2 Black gay men Open To Thinking could get HIV by Nick Patricca By Matt Simonette seriousness of this,” Pickett said. “But this was Francis on the borders a strong reminder to those of us who do this By design, the itinerary of Francis in his In the West-Central state of Michoacán, Grave HIV projections from the Centers for work.” first official visit to Mexico took him to Francis continued his special focus on the Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) emerged Trans women of color, who are also at a dis- its southern border with Guatemala in marginalization of indigenous peoples by Feb. 23 at a presentation given at the Confer- proportionately high risk of infection, were not the state of Chiapas and to its northern meeting with representatives of the Pu- ence on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infec- mentioned in the CDC’s release, though an- border with the U.S. in the state of Chi- répecha and other original peoples. In tions (CROI) in Boston. If current HIV diagno- other CDC panel addressed the complications huahua. Morelia, the capital of Michoacán, four ses rates continue at the same levels, one in researchers had previously encountered in col- This border-framing of the visit to Mex- young people asked Francis to address two Black men in the United States who have lecting data on trans individuals, according to ico of El Papa Francisco—the first Latin the problems of narco-terrorist violence sex with men (MSM) will be diagnosed with HIV hivplusmag.com. Previous studies, among them American pope, the first Jesuit pope, the in their communities and of the lack of in their lifetime, as will one in four Latino MSM the iPrex trial studying PrEP, misclassified trans first pope to take the name of Francis, suitable employment. In response, Fran- in the U.S., according to researchers. participants and skewed results. Implementing and the first non-European pope since cis delivered a strong admonishment to Researchers analyzed death and diagnoses a new two-step approach on questionnaires, the Syrian Gregory III in 741 of our com- the Mexican government and the Mexican data from 2009-2013 in order to project risk however, which allowed participants to differ- mon era—placed an intense spotlight elite, accusing them of greed, incompe- of HIV diagnosis. Overall, the risk of HIV diag- entiate between the gender with which they on an essential theme in his apostolate: tence, and indifference to the welfare of nosis in the United States is about one in 99, identified and the one into which they were concern for individuals and peoples who the poor and of the young. He specifical- assuming current rates remain constant. The born, greatly increased the number of trans are forced to live their lives on the mar- ly noted that in many communities the previous risk, compiled from 2004-2004 data, subjects identified in data. gins of their societies. local officials were in collusion with the In Chiapas, Francis addressed the hor- drug cartels and gangs. was one in 78. Because information on transgender people rific plight of the migrant-refugees from By leveling this serious charge against But that risk is still considerably higher for is not uniformly collected in the United States, El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala, corrupt and compromised authority Fran- MSM, especially MSM of color, as the new pro- the CDC has been unable to give an accurate who are fleeing across Mexico’s southern cis highlighted another form of margin- determination of how many trans individuals jections demonstrate. One in 11 white MSM border to escape the endemic violence alization: the fate of citizens caught in have been infected with HIV. in their countries caused by civil wars, the disintegration of civil society and HIVPlusMag.com’s article is at http://www. corruption, and narco-terrorist gangs. trapped in situations without legitimate hivplusmag.com/stigma/2016/2/22/how-fix- The collapse of their societies has forced means for obtaining justice—a particu- misclassification-trans-women. these Central American migrants to make larly heinous example, the kidnapping the perilous journey from their respective and killing of 43 students from Ayotzi- countries through Mexico to its northern napa Rural Teachers’ College in the state border with the United States where they of Guerrero in 2014 by local and state Sex researcher hope to find safety and the possibility of police in collusion with the mayor and living human—humane—lives with the local drug gangs. John Gagnon chance of a real future. In the Mexican city of Juarez, on the dies at 84 Francis took to task the corrupt Mexi- banks of the Rio Grande, surrounded by John Gagnon—a sociologist who shifted can officials who prey upon these mi- crosses representing the 6,000 migrants the ground in sex research by proposing who have lost their lives trying to cross that sexual behavior could better be un- over into the U.S., derstood by looking at social forces rather “I call upon Francis to boldly push Francis prayed in than biology or psychology—died Feb. 11 silence, facing the in Palm Springs, California, at age 84, The his church to meet the needs of city of El Paso— New York Times reported. His wife said the AIDS Foundation of Chicago’s Jim Pickett. those who suffered sexual abuse keeping in his heart cause of death was pancreatic cancer. and mind the open Photo courtesy of Pickett Gagnon began his career as a researcher from clergy, of those who suffer the letter of the Chris- at the Institute for Sex Research (now the arbitrary abuse of power by church tian base communi- would be diagnosed with HIV as well. For MSM Kinsey Institute) at Indiana University in ties, the private let- overall, the risk is about one in six. the 1960s, and in the 1990s carried out a authorities, and to recognize the ter from the sisters “As alarming as these lifetime risk estimates comprehensive survey of sexual behavior in who minister to the are, they are not a foregone conclusion. They the United States. rights of women, LGBTs, the divorced peoples of Juarez, are a call to action,” said Jonathan Mermin, In the late 1980s—working with two col- and others to full participation in the petitions of M.D., director of CDC’s National Center for HIV/ leagues at the University of Chicago and the life of the church.” the mothers of the AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and Tuberculosis the National Opinion Research Center— disappeared young Prevention, in a February 23 statement. “The Gagnon designed the first comprehensive women. prevention and care strategies we have at our survey of sexual behavior since the Kinsey In his three years disposal today provide a promising outlook for reports of the late 1940s and early 1950s. grants and who tolerate or collude with as pope, Francis has demonstrated a future reductions of HIV infections and dispari- The study offered a more accurate picture local narco-terrorist gangs which have special compassion for migrants and ties in the U.S., but hundreds of thousands of of U.S. residents’ sex lives, with reliable taken up the extremely lucrative busi- refugees. But, we must understand this people will be diagnosed in their lifetime if we numbers on gay men and their behavior ness of human trafficking and slavery to concern of Francis as part of his commit- supplement their drug and arms dealings. ment to meet the needs of all individuals don’t scale up efforts now.” that were needed as the AIDS crisis pro- and peoples who are forced to live on the The study also broke down the diagnosis progressed. In the city of San Cristóbal de las Ca- borders, who are forced to cross frontiers, jections state-by-state, with persons living in The article is at http://www.nytimes. the District of Columbia at the highest risk of sas—named in part after Bartolomé de in order to become fully human, to be com/2016/02/26/us/john-gagnon-sociol- las Casas the great 16th century cham- creative citizens. infection (one in 13), and residents of North ogist-who-explored-human-sexuality-dies- pion of the rights of original peoples— As Francis has called upon govern- Dakota at the lowest (one in 670). The risk in at-84.html?mwrsm=Facebook&_r=1. Francis focused his spotlight on the ments and societies to respond to the Illinois is one in 103. indigenous peoples of Chiapas who com- needs of the powerless, those who live on When broken down by race and ethnicity, prise more than 35 percent of the popu- the margins of their communities, I call Black males had a one in 20 chance of infec- Correction lation and who live, for the most part, in upon Francis to boldly push his church tion, while, for Black women, that likelihood In the Feb. 24 issue, photos of Audre poverty. to meet the needs of those who suffered was one in 48. African Americans are not more Lorde should have been credited to Dagmar Francis celebrated a mass and lunched sexual abuse from clergy, of those who inclined to risky sexual behavior; rather, re- Schultz. with representatives of these indigenous suffer the arbitrary abuse of power by searchers attribute the higher numbers to Windy City Times regrets the error. peoples, thereby affirming the legacy church authorities, and to recognize the higher prevalence in the community, lack of ac- of Samuel Ruiz, a former bishop of San rights of women, LGBTs, the divorced and cess to healthcare, poverty and social stigma, Cristóbal who had been censored by the others to full participation in the life of according to the CDC. Vatican for promoting the social and la- the church. The likelihood for infection for Hispanics was bor rights of indigenous peoples and the one in 48 for men, and one in 227 for women. use of original languages and practices in © [email protected] For white individuals, it was one in 132 for men Read about Catholic rituals. and one in 880 for women. Super Tuesday’s Jim Pickett, director of prevention advocacy Nick Patricca is professor emeritus at Loyola University Chicago, president of and gay men’s health at AIDS Foundation of results at Chicago Network and playwright emeritus at Victory Gardens Theater. Chicago, called the numbers “a big slap in the WindyCityMediaGroup.com face and a wake-up call” to advocates. “I don’t think anyone is in denial about the WINDY CITY TIMES March 2, 2016 5 PASSAGES Darrow symposium Edward Edward A. Hagger A. Hagger. Edward A. “Ed” Hagger, passed away peace- to explore racism, poverty fully at WFHC-All Saints Hospital in Racine, Wisconsin, on Feb. 25. He was 59. The annual Charles Darrow symposium— dramatic performance by actress and producer Ed was born in Douglas, Michigan, on May marking the 78th anniversary of Darrow’s pass- Fawzia Mirza of Darrow’s famous 1902 address 10, 1956. The son of Donald and Beverly ing, and taking place Sunday, March 13—will to the prisoners in Cook County Jail. Hagger, Ed graduated from Fennville High examine the issues of racism and poverty. The day begins with a brief ceremony and School (Fennville, Michigan) in 1974. In (Mike) Monique, Donna (Gary) Thoman and Speaking on the topic “Cook County Jail: wreath-tossing near the Darrow Bridge in Jack- 1976, he moved to Chicago, where he lived Lisa (Brian) Barnhill; brothers John (Sherri) Then and Now, The Impact of Poverty and Rac- son Park at 10 a.m., where Darrow’s ashes were for several years; he eventually relocated to Hagger, his twin brother, Steve (Karen) Hag- ism,” Hanke Gratteau, who is director of the scattered after his death and where, as a bet, Racine, Wisconsin, about 10 years ago. ger, Jim (Diana) Hagger and Danny Hagger; he once agreed his spirit would return if it He was a longtime and faithful member of former sister-in-law Linda Hagger; and his turned out communication was possible from St. Ed’s Catholic Church and the Knights of aunt, Geraldine Burke, all of Michigan. He is the afterworld. Columbus. He was employed with AT&T as an further survived by very dear friends Eliza- After the ritual outdoor wreath-tossing, operations manager, eventually retiring after beth and Dennis Homolka, numerous nieces, guests will move inside to the Museum of Sci- more than 30 years of service. nephews, extended family members, other ence and Industry’s Rosenwald Room (formerly Ed found great enjoyment in golf, fishing, relatives and many dear friends in Racine the Columbian Room) for light refreshments vacationing in the Florida Keys as well as and Michigan. Ed was preceded in death by and presentations at 10:45 a.m. by the fea- around the world and had great pride in car- his father, Donald, and uncle, Donald Burke. tured speakers. ing for his garden. He was he known for his Ed’s memorial service will be held this Darrow, who died March 13, 1938, is remem- humor, extreme generosity to many friends, spring in his home state of Michigan with his bered for his crusading role as “attorney for family and strangers. He found his greatest family, friends and loved ones. the damned” in such controversial cases as enjoyment in the time he spent with his fam- Online condolences may be expressed at the Scopes Monkey Trial, the Leopold and Loeb ily and loved ones. sturinofuneralhome.com murder case, and the pardoning of the Haymar- He is survived by his mother, Beverly Sturino Funeral Home, 3014 Northwestern ket anarchists. Hagger; sisters Elaine (Mike) Squire, Karen Ave., Racine, WI 53404; 262-632-4479 See DarrowBridge.org.

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Register at https://roe2016.eventbrite.com. 6 March 2, 2016 WINDY CITY TIMES TORRES from cover war in Iraq. A crowd of 400 students had gath- Crispin Torres. ered along with a sizeable cadre of reporters. “There was a backlash that, in some ways, Photo by Gretchen Rachel Hammond “Someone was supposed to give a speech and many of us anticipated after [the marriage wimped out,” he said. “I was handed a couple equality ruling] Obergefell [v. Hodges],” he of talking points and I got up there. That time said. “But we will overcome it. Waking up every period lit a fire in me about what is at stake for day seeing another piece of legislation intro- our country when people who are in leadership duced in a different state trying to restrict the positions do not have the best interests of hu- freedoms of our trans siblings, I think, ‘This man rights in mind. I felt like I could actually is what’s going to bring us together. This is make a difference.” what’s going to break the tide.’ At some point, In 2013—armed with two masters degrees we’re going to have to stop fighting, build an from DePaul University and after deciding not understanding, and really let go of the pain to pursue a teaching career—Torres believed and anger. Because, if we don’t build and sit he had a wealth of education and information at our own table, roll up our sleeves and set that he could share with the movement. the agenda then LGB people are going to make “Everything fell into place,” he said. “A friend decisions for us. They’re going to be having of mine was leaving his position at Lambda and conversations about what is the best way to I got hired for it. The rest is history.” approach these things without a single trans But history will always serve as the sculptor person there.” of the future. For Torres and the transgender “Although the backlash is demoralizing and community, it is a future that walks along a terrifying, there are many solutions to a prob- knife-edge. He, and a few like him, have the lem,” he added. “We will find ways to get past will to ensure it doesn’t slip into the oblivion these issues and move forward. We don’t have below. to agree as a community with so much breadth “My biggest concern with our community of experience. We just need to agree that we is the sadness and the pain that remains un- want trans people to be fully recognized and processed,” he said. “There needs to be love, that their civil rights are realized across the compassion and restorative justice and I don’t see that happening. When people do what they country. That’s all we need to be on-board for.” I think Latino families are stereotyped as be- “My whole life, I’ve looked up to all of the Torres’ love for his transgender siblings has are called to do in the trenches of activism it ing homophobic or transphobic and that’s not Riot Grrrl artists like Kathleen Hanna and bands is rough emotionally. We have a long way to never been tempered by cynicism or a battle accurate. Even though my parents had their like X-Ray Specs,” he said. “All the bands of weariness through years spent on the commu- go and a lot of conversations to have with our own journey alongside my sexual orientation that era were the first celebrity figures that I allies and our opponents. I’m excited to con- nity’s front lines. and gender identity, at the end of the day, they recall seeing and thinking, ‘I could do that.’ Be “Trans people are some of the most incred- tinue to do the work of challenging people to were really supportive.” myself and not be scared to ruffle feathers.” see us, recognize us and respect us. To be a ible people I’ve ever known,” he said. “I sort of His role model then and today is his older It was a feeling that carried Torres through cringe when I hear people say ‘You’re so brave. part of seeing other folks in my community ex- brother Cesar, an accomplished journalist and what he remembers as a major turning point in plore their genders while non-trans people be- So resilient’ because I think there’s a misun- the social editor of Ars Technica. his life—his birth into activism. derstanding that trans people are emerging come more conscientious allies. Building those “It is continually inspiring to see him as a One frozen day, his high school student group bridges and that infrastructure is something to from the shadows. I was trans long before I person,” Torres asserted. “He was one of the was staging a protest while then-President transitioned. Trans people are here and we are look forward to and it’s going to be my life’s first LGBT adults I ever knew in my life. When George W. Bush was touting his plans to go to work.” a gift to the world because we challenge it. I was in elementary school, he was studying My body is inherently challenging systems of journalism at Northwestern. It was a big deal oppression and notions of what it means to be and so inspiring to me to see this super-smart, paper. Hundreds of people have been hon- a human being. If a trans person can be free motivated person recognized as an out gay Nominations sought ored by the paper in the more than 10 years and authentic, then it requires and demands person of color which was a big deal in the ’90s for 30 Under 30 since the awards were established. Most that people ask themselves, ‘How am I not and still is.” honorees have gone on to great success in free? How am I not authentic?’ Trans people Torres recalls his own school years with affec- Awards; ceremony their careers and educations, including work- know those are very hard questions to ask tion despite the challenges. ing for the Obama presidential campaign and yourself and honestly answer them. But we are “Elementary and middle school were probably at new site administration, plus individual successes in unafraid. We are a part of a community that is the hardest for me with regards to my gender Windy City Times is seeking to recognize music, legal, professional and academic ca- unapologetically themselves.” identity,” he said. “I got teased a lot for my 30 more outstanding LGBT individuals (and reers and much more. Torres certainly never felt such a need to appearance.” allies) for its annual 30 Under 30 Awards. Individuals, organizations, co-workers, etc. apologize from the beginning and throughout The bullying became more profound when The awards are moving this year to the can nominate a person by emailing Andrew@ his journey of self-discovery and expression. Torres attended a magnet school in Oak Park South Side, to Polo Cafe and Catering, 3322 WindyCityMediaGroup.com or faxed to An- The youngest of three brothers, he was born and became part of a very small racial minority S. Morgan St., on Wed., June 22. There will drew Davis’ attention to 773-871-7609. Self- in Mexico City and raised in the Little Village within the student body. be a 5:30 p.m. reception, with the program nominations are welcome. neighborhood of Chicago. Surrounded by and “The challenge of that continued all the way being 6-7:30 p.m. The nomination should be 100 words or relishing in the Latino culture was part of the through grad school,” he recalled. “Pushing Nominees should be 30 years or under as fewer, and should state what achievements tapestry of his childhood—one that he recalls against racism in our education system. The of June 30, and should have made some or contributions the nominee has made. with great fondness. tide began to turn for me when I was a sopho- substantial contributions to the Chicagoland Nominators should include their own names “I was always a ‘tomboy,’ as they used to call more in high school. I came to terms with my LGBT community, whether in the fields of en- and contact information as well as the con- it,” he said. “I always preferred masculine or identity and I owned it. I wasn’t scared. I had tertainment, politics, health, activism, aca- tact information and the age of the nominee. non-gendered clothing. My mom was flexible this very unapologetic attitude of ‘this is me demics, sports or other areas. Note: Following the policy instituted in and let me choose my own. I had a favorite and you can take it or leave it’ that I still carry The deadline to nominate individuals is Fri- 2005, individuals can only win once. Those pair of little red and gray, ’80s-looking sweat- with me today.” day, April 15. have won the award since that year are ineli- pants I would wear. My mom and dad never Alongside that outlook and a universal regard Windy City Times Managing Editor Andrew gible for this year’s awards. wanted to push any gender conceptions onto for his patient and approachable demeanor, a Davis coordinates the awards program for the Honorees will be notified in May. me. I have really good memories of being a kid. significant part of the Torres package is music.

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fice of Seyfarth Shaw LLP. She received her J.D. Report: IPRA, police from the Washington University School of Law in 2014. board failed to Association Treasurer Gregory Cheikhameguy- protect civilians az is in-house counsel for the aviation services A new research report from Community Re- division of AAR CORP in Chicago. His practice newal Society states that the two civilian over- focuses on commercial contracts, corporate law sight agencies charged with investigating and and mergers and acquisitions. He holds a J.D. disciplining police misconduct in Chicago—the and an LL.M. in International and Comparative Independent Police Review Authority (IPRA) Law from the Chicago-Kent College of Law. and the Police Board—are failing in their fun- The other new board members are Joseph damental duty to protect the public. White (association at-large), of Office Depot; In response, Community Renewal Society and Todd Dickinson (foundation at-large), who has proposed the FAIR COPS (Freedom through most recently served as executive director of Accountability, Investigation, and Reform for the American Intellectual Property Law Asso- Community Oversight of Policing Services) Or- ciation. dinance, which would establish the office of For a complete list of Association and Foun- police auditor, an independent and transparent dation board members, visit www.LGBTBar.org. agency that would oversee the entire process of police oversight. Among the findings were that: ‘Our Girls Matter’ —Of the 88 sworn officers that IPRA recom- event March 9 mended be discharged, the Police Board fired In honor of National Women and Girls HIV/ only 19 officers; and AIDS Awareness Day, AIDS Foundation of Chi- —The average suspension recommended by cago will hold “Black Lives Matter: Our Girls IPRA plummeted from 16.2 days between 2008 Matter” on Wed., March 9, at West Point Mis- and 2011 to 10.7 days from 2012-14. sionary Baptist Church, 3566 S. Cottage Grove The full report is at www.windycitymedia- Ave., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. group.com/pdf/FullWhoWatchesWatchmen- The event is a free, full-day conference to CommunityRenewalSociety.pdf. launch an action plan addressing structural determinants of HIV vulnerability among Black cis and trans women. National and local health Chicagoans among experts, providers and prevention specialists bar group’s members will meet to explore community engagement, The National LGBT Bar Association and Foun- mobilization and shape the future of HIV for dation, the country’s largest organizations of women and girls. LGBTA legal professionals, announced the ap- Storie Deveraux will emcee; speakers will pointment of four new board members—and include Dr. Lisa Henry-Reid, Dazon Dixon Di- two are from Chicago. all and Michelle Hoersch. RSVP at aidschicago. Kylie Byron, an at-large member of the as- org/blacklivesmatter. sociation, is an associate in the Chicago of-

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Guns are no differ- bring ‘solutions’ to ent than drugs. There’s a gun trade, so you’ve got to understand what that food chain looks like. You’ve got gun cases going in 20 different courtrooms. You don’t know what you’re doing, state’s attorney’s office and I don’t know what I’m doing. I don’t know By Matt Simonette not accountable to Mike Madigan, Ed Burke, that John Doe is the one who supplied your de- Joe Berrios or Toni Preckwinkle. I think what fendant and my defendant. So we put it in one Chicagoan Donna More says that she is running we’ve seen is, when you make decisions based place. The prosecutors learn the gun trade and to be the Democratic nominee for Cook County on political influence as opposed to evidence the judges learn the gun trade. I know that it state’s attorney because she believes in “a cul- and facts, you get bad decisions. If you owe was a shop-owner who protected themselves if ture of justice before jail.” your whole political career to Toni Preckwinkle, they were getting robbed versus if it was a ca- Moore, a former prosecutor at both the state as Kim Foxx does—she has an undistinguished reer criminal or a gang member, and the judges and federal levels, has for many years been a political career, and no ability to raise mon- know that too. lawyer in the gaming industry. She maintains ey—when that person calls you and wants you The second tier is the grand jury. In the U.S. that current state’s attorney Anita Alvarez has do something, what do you do? For me, it’s all attorney’s office, we used grand juries all the destabilized the office, and is too narrowly fo- about independence. time. We don’t in the state. They indict cases cused on maintaining conviction rates above Anita has been there for seven years. We’re and that’s it. [Federal prosecutors] use grand all else. Moore also says that fellow challenger in worse shape now than we were seven years juries as an investigative tool. That’s what I’d Kim Foxx will be too beholden to Cook County ago. We’ve seen what she has done to put our like to bring to the state’s attorney’s office. We Donna More. Board President Toni Preckwinkle. county on the edge of destabilization. Kim could start to figure out what the hierarchy to go for coffee; I elected them to do a job. So Moore has promised that, if elected, she’ll talks about how bad things are, but she spent looks like. You could probably flip somebody at So I’m disappointed in a lot of our elected of- “clean up the office”—acting independently of five of her years in the office under Anita in the low-end, give them immunity or whatever ficials. the Democratic machine and within a span of juvenile court and did nothing in terms of re- you need to do. You put them in the grand jury, WCT: What kind of experiences have you eight-years; she’s imposed a two-term limit on form. compel testimony and people start to talk. had engaging with the LGBT community? herself. She wants to develop a court focused This is a job that you need to roll up your WCT: Coming in as state’s attorney, could DM: On a personal level, I’ve engaged with on gun crimes, and put into place a commu- sleeves and figure out solutions. I’ve put out you just go in and implement that change it. I believe in equal rights for everybody. I’m nity alliance that she says will foster better gun policies on how I’m going to more effec- in the office? not sure why we have such a hard time ac- relationships between law enforcement and the tively prosecute gun crimes. I’ve put out how DM: It’s something I could do all on my own. cepting that as a community and a country. community at large. we’re going to handle police shootings. Early We’re allowed to have six grand juries empan- It’s not just about the gay community, it’s Windy City Times: Why would you make a this week, I did an outline of a mental health elled at any given time and generally always about every community getting justice, fair- better state’s attorney than Alvarez or Foxx? care program where we can deal with defen- have one, which is the one they go to to indict. ness, consistency and transparency. If we need Donna More: I think this job comes down dants who have mental addiction problems at The third piece is that I want to create a legislation, so be it. Hate crimes in particular, to qualifications. The important qualifica- point of arrest. As good as those things are, neighborhood safety alliance. Gangs fraction- whether against the LGBT community, the Jew- tions are that I have been both a state and what I really want to do is be an activist. I alized once the feds took down the leaders. ish community or whomever—those are things federal prosecutor. Everybody calls for federal want to be out in the communities, helping the What that means is, to a large extent, we’re you have to be on top of. They’re very insidious oversight—well, I know what that is. And I’m people not to commit a crime to begin with. To going block by block. It takes a community to now. ... For me, it’s about being able to protect independent. You have to know who you’re me that’s that’s the differentiating factor. help the response. I want police, prosecutors, communities, because they are at risk, because accountable to. I’m accountable to the vot- WCT: What are your plans to curb gun vio- parents, grandparents, principals, clergy, alder- of bias and hate. It’s also about making sure ers of Cook County who put me in office. I’m lence in Cook County? man. I want them all at a table and say, “Look (H) 4.875” x 6.625” WCT COLOR you tell me. You’re all on the front lines. Let’s a community is protected, and that we under- figure out some responses. We’ll take it into stand the needs of a particular community. the grand jury. We’re going to properly try your In particular, with the LGBT community, we PAT case. We’re going to try your case promptly.” have to make sure that our [assistant state’s WCT: How do you see your work in the attorneys] are sensitive to those needs, but gaming industry as it relates to the state’s that our police officers are sensitive to those attorney’s office? needs too. There’s been a bit of a disconnect. DM: I was in the U.S. attorney’s office and WCT: Would you commit to trainings for got the call to see if I was interested in go- assistant state’s attorneys and staff? ing to the gaming board, to be the first chief DM: I would. I was at the Equality Illinois counsel because I had the reputation of being gala and I know that Anita has fairly good ap- a good prosecutor because what they wanted proval in the gay community, but to me it’s HENEGHAN was to sell to the public that the industry was a bigger issue. We still have a violence issue, Highly Qualified - Experienced - Compassionate clean. It was a creative job for a lawyer, be- county-wide, that isn’t good. That ultimately cause there was nothing there. What it helped spills over into all our communities. If those me to do was to understand what the board, larger issues are fairness, transparency and independent thinking, that affects everybody. We Candidate for the Circuit Court of Cook County (Palmer vacancy) appointed by the governor, wanted. At the have to go more “global” about how we look at Endorsements: time, there was only Nevada and New Jersey. So we had to create a set of regulations to the job she’s done. Cook County Democratic Party keep the industry clean. You had to learn your WCT: Are there any other issues pertaining subject matter, because I’d never played cards to the LGBT community the office would be Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky before, but we created a pretty tough set of watchful of? Congressman Mike Quigley regulations which are still in place. People may DM: Lakeview had three armed robberies. say they like or don’t like gambling, but they People are up in arms. Not just gay people, a Illinois National Organization for Women PAC can’t say we don’t have good regulations here, lot of people in the neighborhood. For me it’s Personal PAC and they’ve kept the industry clean. ...It was about going into these communities and work- a legal job I’m very proud of. The only people ing with them and figuring out what to do. Chicago Federation of Labor who’ve ever been indicted have been guberna- This community alliance thing—it’s not just torial appointees, and I didn’t write the rules for Englewood and Austin. for them. [The job] is also about being supportive WCT: You’ve taken flack for having donated of legislation I think promotes fairness. The • “Highly Qualified” Chicago Bar Association to Governor Rauner. Is that something you role of the state’s attorney has such awesome regret? How do you think the state has been power to it. You have the ability to take away • “Well Qualified” Chicago Council of Lawyers N PU C faring under his administration? people’s freedom. But it’s also a role you can H • “Highly Recommended” Decalogue Society of Lawyers 221 DM: As I like to say, I donated and raised use for good, with things that may or may not money for Toni Preckwinkle, and she ran on a relate to criminal justice. So that means sup- • “Highly Qualified” Illinois State Bar Association platform of not raising my taxes and she did. porting legislation that supports fairness— • “Recommended” Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Illinois So I regret that contribution too. The majority those are the kinds of things for which the ofof my giving has always been to Democratic fice can be at the forefront. ... My job is to use • “Recommended” Women’s Bar Association of Illinois candidates. ... So I’m disappointed. I don’t like the office in the ways that promote good. It’s • “Top 100” Lawyer in Illinois 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 the cuts in mental health. I didn’t like the in- about enforcing the law and promoting good, fighting that was going on in Springfield when but it’s about going into communities, having Quinn was there. It was no better between an open-door policy and saying, “What can I DEMOCRAT FOR JUDGE - Vote in the March 15th Primary Election Quinn, Madigan and Cullerton. What I’m look- help you with?” www.heneghanforjudge.com ing for is for people to do their jobs. I don’t For more information, see www.votefor- Paid for by Heneghan for Judge care if they like each other. I didn’t elect them more.com. WINDY CITY TIMES March 2, 2016 9 tor. However, he was received several endorsements, including from the Chicago Sun-Times, Windy City Times the Chicago NOW PAC and a large coalition of Cook County-area Latino elected officials. The winner in the Democratic primary will face Diane Shapiro, Republican committeeman of Election Guide Chicago’s 46th Ward, in the November general Welcome to the Windy City Times Primary casting ballots in early voting, voters may not election. Election Guide. return to amend, change or undo a ballot for —Ed Underhill Over the next two issues (leading up to the any reason. It is a felony to vote more than Race: Judge (Cook-6th Subcircuit-”A” va- March 15 election), WCT will feature inter- once—or to attempt to vote more than once— cancy) views, charts (with WCT questionnaire scores, in the same election. Website: EdUnderhillForJudge.com organization endorsements and/or ratings) All 51 early voting sites will be open Monday The skinny: The primary is definitely the race and features such as “LGBTs in the Mix,” which through Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. To get a list of that matters, as there are no Republican adver- spotlights members of the LGBT community sites, visit http://www.chicagoelections.com/ saries in the general election. Underhill—who who are running for office. (This publication en/early-voting.html. lives with his husband, Liam, and their dog, does not endorse candidates.) Finn—is running against Anna Loftus and Car- There are several races worth noting. In ad- los Claudio. Underhill is a trial attorney with 30 dition to the intriguing presidential contests, ELECTIONS 2016 years of experience, and has been a Bucktown there’s the race for Cook County state’s at- homeowner for the past 15 years. torney between embattled incumbent Anita LGBTs in the mix —Deidre Baumann Alvarez and challengers Kim Foxx and Donna The next primary elections, to be held March Race: Judge (Cook Circuit-Palmer Vacancy) More (both of whom are interviewed in this is- 15, feature a number of openly gay and les- Website: DeidreBaumannForJudge.com sue). Another race that bears watching is the bian candidates. The following individuals have Judicial candidate Deidre Baumann. The skinny: Baumann finds herself in a very Democratic primary competition for U.S. sena- publicly stated that they are members of the competitive race, with three other primary can- tor that involves U.S. Rep. Tammy Duckworth, LGBT community and were on the ballot as of And Republican Rod Drobinski of Wauconda didates (Pat Heneghan, Susana Ortiz and Cam- state Sen. Napoleon Harris III and onetime late February. is, again, Yingling’s opponent for the general ela Gardner). (Like with Underhill, there is no Chicago Urban League president Andrea Zopp. election; Yingling prevailed in 2014. Republican contender for the general election.) (Zopp’s interview ran in the Feb. 24 issue of —Kelly Cassidy —Greg Harris Baumann has 23 years representing people WCT.) Race: Illinois state Representative (14th Dis- Race: Illinois state Representative (13th Dis- against the government and large corporations, trict) trict) and was lead counsel in the Burr Oak Cemetery Website: RepCassidy.com Website: GregHarris.org litigation. Early voting info The skinny: Cassidy, who defeated another The skinny: Harris—who was chief co-spon- Early voting for the March 15 primary elec- lesbian candidate, Paula Basta, in March 2014, sor of SB10, the legislation that brought about tion will take place through March 12. (On is this time running unopposed in the Demo- marriage equality in Illinois—has a district LPAC hosting March 13-14, early voting will be offered at cratic primary—and she has no Republican that includes several North Side neighbor- one of 14 “permanent early voting sites,” in- star-studded benefit challenger, either. hoods. He was first elected in 2006 and, like LPAC—the national grassroots lesbian po- cluding the Chicago Board of Elections, 69 W. —Sam Yingling Cassidy, is currently running unopposed, ensur- litical action committee supporting pro-LGBTQ, Washington St.) Voters registered in the City Race: Illinois state Representative (62nd ing his re-election. pro-women’s rights and progressive candi- of Chicago may use any early voting site in the District) —Jacob Meister dates—announced a first-of-its-kind benefit city, regardless of where the voters live. Website: SamYingling.com Race: Cook County Circuit Court Clerk performance, “Levity & Justice for All,” featur- Voters don’t need a reason or excuse to use The skinny: What’s old is new again. Yin- Website: JacobMeister.com ing top lesbian and queer comics and women’s- early voting; however, voters do need to pres- gling is running unopposed in the primary for Meister has a battle in unseating longtime rights champions. ent government-issued photo identification. his third term. He is the first openly gay House (and controversial) clerk Dorothy Brown, and “Levity” will take place Thursday, June 16, at Ballots cast in early voting are final. After member from outside metropolitan Chicago. he also has Ald. Michelle Harris as a competi- the historic Town Hall in New York City. JUdge deVlin scHooP

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Paid for by Friends of Devlin Schoop 10 March 2, 2016 WINDY CITY TIMES US SENATE WCT IVI HRC PP WCT = Windy City Times questions, number listed is of the total 12th congressional district Election 2016 questions correct for that race Charles “C.J.” Baricevic (D) HRC = Human Rights Campaign 113th Congress, ratings are a percent- Michael Bost (R) 0 US PRESIDENT age of total 100% based on HRC tracking of how candidates voted in Paula Bradshaw (G) IVI = Independent Voters of Illinois/Independent Precinct Organization the 113th Congress Sadona M. Folkner (G) HRC = Human Rights Campaign PP = Planned Parenthood: The Planned Parenthood Action Fund PP = Planned Parenthood compiles a scorecard to educate and inform citizens about members of 13th congressional district RC = Reclaim Chicago Congress’ record of support for women’s health. The scores are a per- Mark D. Wicklund (D) centage, based on votes on key legislation related to women’s health Rodney Davis (R) 0 0 To see Hillary Clinton’s and Bernie Sanders’ responses to a survey given care and rights. Ethan Vandersand (R) by Gay Men’s Health Crisis, see http://gmhc.org/files/editor/file/ WCT HRC PP GMHC-PresReport-2016-A.pdf 14th congressional district Jim Walz (D) IVI HRC PP RC Andrea Zopp (D) 29/30 John J. Hosta (D) Tammy Duckworth (D) 28/30 100 100 Jesse Maggitt (D) Hillary Clinton (D) Y Y Y Napoleon Harris (D) Randall M. “Randy” Hultgren (R) 0 0 Willie L. Wilson (D) James T. Marter (R) Roque “Rocky” de la Fuente (D) Mark Steven Kirk (D) 78 80 15th congressional district Larry (Lawrence) Cohen (D) John M. Shimkus (R) 0 0 Bernie Sanders (D) Y Kyle McCarter (R) Donald J. Trump (R) US congress RACES Marco Rubio (R) WCT = Windy City Times questions, number listed is of the total 16th congressional district Ted Cruz (R) questions correct for that race Adam Kinzinger (R) 0 0 John R. Kasich (R) IVI = Independent Voters of Illinois/Independent Precinct Organization Colin M. McGroarty (R) Ben Carson (R) HRC = Human Rights Campaign 113th Congress, ratings are a percentage of total 100% based on HRC tracking of how candidates voted in 17th congressional district the 113th Congress Cheri Bustos (D) 100 100 IL STATE COMPTROLLER PP = Planned Parenthood: The Planned Parenthood Action Fund Patrick Harlan (R) WCT = Windy City Times questions, number listed is of the total compiles a scorecard to educate and inform citizens about members of Jack Boccarossa (R) questions correct for that race Congress’ record of support for women’s health. The scores are a per- PPAC = Personal PAC centage, based on votes on key legislation related to women’s health 18th congressional district EQIL = Equality Illinois PAC care and rights. Darin LaHood (R) 0

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Bernie Riley (6-yr.) (D) 10th congressional district 2oth SENATE DISTRICT Tyrone Tucker (6-yr.) (D) Brad Schneider (D) 28/30 100 Iris Y. Martinez (D) Y Karen Roothaan (6-yr.) (G) Nancy Rotering (D) 29/30 Y George Milkowski (6-yr.) (G) 22nd SENATE DISTRICT Robert Dold (R) 65 Michael Smith (6-yr.) (G) Cristina Castro (D) 20/23 Y Y Tom Greenhaw (2-yr.) (D) 18/19 Y Y Y Y 11th congressional district Steve Caramelli (D) Y Y Andrew Seo (2-yr.) (D) Bill Foster (D) 29/30 100 100 Martin J. Durkan (2-yr.) (D) Y 23rd SENATE DISTRICT Tonia Khouri (R) Robert Shaw (2-yr.) (D) Thomas E. Cullerton (D) Y Herman B. White (R) Herb Schumann (2-yr.) (R) Seth Lewis (R) Nick Stella (R) 25th SENATE DISTRICT Corinne M. Pierog (D) 21/23 Y Y Jim Oberweis (R) WINDY CITY TIMES March 2, 2016 11 WCT IVI PPAC EI RC WCT IVI PPAC EI RC WCT IVI PPAC EI RC

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WINDY 2016 CITY primary TIMES election guide Voting charts Endorsements and ratings to help you make the best decisions at the polls March 2 & 9 Candidate interviews We speak directly with candidates about issues important to you Our special “Guide To the Gays” A special focus on all of the out candidates across all primary races See more online at www.WindyCityTimes.com 14 March 2, 2016 WINDY CITY TIMES ture. Perhaps this was one reason, in addition make him a winner in America, and for some to satisfying their own greed and starfuckery, that is more than enough to make him our next The Cult of Whiteness: that a group of black preachers famously sold president. out their communities in order to meet with And for those of us who have watched his him. They claimed not to be endorsing him, poll numbers rise, and who keep trying to On #OscarsSoWhite, Donald but having their picture taken with Trump was wake up from this bad dream, perhaps no one endorsement enough. With their black stamp of is more surprised by what has happened to approval, the birther questions disappear. How Donald Trump than Donald Trump himself. The Trump, and the End of America can Donald be racist when they agree to meet irony is that Trump isn’t really the right leader with him? for the people he’s leading. He’s more progres- By Max S. Gordon ness. He is John Wayne, Rambo, Clint Eastwood Black preachers might give Trump a pass, but sive than they are, he’s kinkier and shrewder as Dirty Harry asking you through squinty eyes Chris Matthews, host of Hardball, doesn’t. The than they are, and has more of a sense of hu- In this week’s Windy City Times, we are publish- to Go ahead, make my day. He is Buford Pusser black comedian W. Kamau Bell, creator of the mor (although he can’t laugh at himself, the ing the third installment of a four-part in-depth in Walking Tall, Charles Bronson in the Death WhitesAgainstTrump hashtag is credited with true sign of a narcissist), but they are willing essay by Max. S. Gordon. Wish movies. He’s white male vigilante justice the phrase, “White people come get your boy to worship him regardless. And because Don- to be sure, but he’s smarter than earlier in- (Trump)” or as a friend of mine paraphrases, ald Trump above everything else is a megalo- PART TWO carnations of “numbskull” macho. He’s more “White people come get your white people.” maniac, he will compromise his principles to i vulnerable than they are, which means that Bell’s hashtag suggests that as black Ameri- maintain their devotion. Even Sarah Palin has A beautiful woman whom I love and respect, his appeal is even greater to some women and cans, racism is not our problem to solve, it’s managed to forgive him for being a friend of white and in her early fifties, is thinking about men. When he pouts, especially after he’s been white people’s. Matthews attempts to disman- Hillary’s and for giving the Clintons money in leaving her husband over Donald Trump. It’s put down, or told no, he’s a wounded boy who tle the cult of whiteness when he confronts the past. Trump continues to shape-shift, and not just that he plans to vote for him (although didn’t get the train set he wanted for Christ- Trump on the Birther movement, one white tea-party himself into the creature we watch living in New York, a blue state, it’s unlikely mas. man to another: “I do think that’s a blemish,” on our television screens, promising to build that his vote will be decisive), it’s the man he’s walls to keep foreigners out, to impose bans on become over the years that could even con- Trump’s antics are Muslims, and to send immigrants back where sider supporting a candidate like Trump. not given a pass they came from. Anne Frank’s stepsister, Eva They had a fight recently when their straight by MSNBC host Schloss, recently compared Trump’s rhetoric to teenage son went to a costume party in drag. Chris Matthews, Hitler’s. Hitler gets tossed around a lot as a The father exploded and claimed my friend was who employs the cultural reference, but if there is anyone whom encouraging their son to be gay by lending tough questions, I would trust to know what the new Hitler him a pair of clip-on earrings. There was a time or comedian looks like, it would be Anne Frank’s stepsister. when they might have laughed off this inci- W. Kamau Bell, White supremacist groups endorse Trump, and dent, but the humor between them is nearly with his hashtag he denounces them, but without much vigor; gone. activism. he responds defensively as if he doesn’t want At night she lies awake, unable to sleep, un- Above: YouTube to alienate them, but knows he must say some- easy about what’s to come. They watch tele- screenshot of W. thing. I have read that he plans to go after gay vision together, and she sits beside him, ap- Kamau Bell from marriage next. (My own gay marriage is less palled at the spectacle of Trump. Meanwhile, CNN than two years old.) Frankly, I don’t believe her husband feels vindicated, having a can- Below: YouTube that Donald Trump gives a shit about whether didate who finally speaks the “truth,” whom screenshot of Chris gay people are married or not. I suspect he Matthews and he can trust and believe in - a real man. It is is pandering to Ted Cruz’s evangelicals again, deeper than just a political disagreement be- Donald Trump from MSNBC much like his disastrous attempts to quote and tween them; she feels stifled and suffocated read from the Bible. But at some point Trump and notices he has become more controlling may forget that he is pandering, and, in an recently, as if he intuitively senses that his effort to get re-elected one day, his pandering relationship to societal power and power over will become policy. her may change under a woman president. She Trump’s tweets read like patriarchal white- wants out; away from him and his friends who ness’s greatest hits. He backhandedly calls are also Trump supporters, as they sit around Megyn Kelly a bimbo, a term with obvious drinking and discussing Obama and what has sexual connotations. Regardless of what one happened to “their” America. thinks about Kelly as a journalist, if the Re- My friend and her husband can’t be the only publican party were really about morality, his couple experiencing this now; it must be tak- campaign would be over tomorrow because we ing place in households all over the country. don’t want a presidential candidate who calls I’m shocked when she tells me her news over Trump has talent, and not just as a business- he says. “I think it’s your original sin, I’m an women bimbos. (“Bimbo” is kind compared lunch, as I’ve had dinner with her husband, I’ve man. Lots of people in America make money, American and I think our president should be with the epithets hurled at Meagan Kelly by been to their home, and I like him, although wage deals, and have charisma, but he’s dif- respected. I think there’s a little ethnic aspect Donald’s “Trumpeters”.) Trump is aware that his we’ve never talked politics. (When I told her I ferent, and it is important to acknowledge his to it…He’s African American and we’re saying supporters will do anything for him. He even wanted to include her story in this piece but gifts if we are to assess what is happening in he’s not a real president, I don’t like that. It’s said at a rally, “I could stand in the middle of feared it might upset him if he ever found politics at this time. Trump is a direct com- not a good thing about you.” Trump is obvious- 5th Avenue and shoot somebody and I wouldn’t out, she touched my hand reassuringly. “Don’t municator, an entertainer who thrills his audi- ly embarrassed, awkwardly thanks Matthews for lose voters.” Trump, the Little Lord Fauntleroy worry, he’ll never see it,” she said. “He doesn’t ences, and he has gifts as a comedian. His per- the interview and leaves. Soon after, the jokes who hurts back when he’s been hurt. His fol- read.”) sonable style obscures the evil in his message. from Donald, like the tone of his campaign, lowers, or rather enablers, listen to his attacks I know he’s not one of the scary people on Years ago, I was thoroughly disgusted with get nastier, and suddenly, nothing seems funny and see them as endearing and “honest” and my television screen who comes from some him, as many were, during his reprehensible anymore. not for what they really are—potential threats far away town in America, people who show birther movement against Obama (which he In Iowa, Donald Trump comes in second place to national security from a presidential candi- up at Trump rallies and who cheer when he al- refuses to talk about now, of course). And like behind Ted Cruz. Whether this is the result of date who has an enormous chip on his shoul- lows a black man to be pummeled by the crowd many of us, I later allowed myself to be amused his skipping the final debate before the caucus- der. So one day, when the leader of some an- for speaking out, who swoon when Trump at- by him, as he remained a curiosity in the politi- es, which may have been seen as a sign of dis- tagonistic country wants to piss us off, they’ll tempts to silence a Latino journalist during a cal three-ring circus. I watched as he read ev- respect, or Cruz’s nefarious ground campaign, tweet that our president has a tiny dick (and press conference, who praise him for throwing erybody in the room like a white male queen in Trump isn’t discouraged. His speech to Cruz not even a limp dick, but the kind that looks a Muslim woman out as she quietly expresses corporate drag. And don’t get it twisted, Lady and Iowa is generous, as he makes his way to like someone punched it in and it never popped her dissent. But still he wants to vote for him. Miss Donald can read. Arriving at the party in New Hampshire. He knows that whatever hap- back out again), and we’re going to find our Trump is now making sense to people I care her jewels and tiara, if you offend her, she will pens with the nomination (his most deleterious country at war. about. And if my friend’s husband feels this set down her drink, lift up her gown, kick off effect, if he drops out, would be bringing more way, a man whom I’ve known to be a bit macho her pumps, and read you for filth in front of the voters to Cruz), he has electrified the party in iii at times but never considered a fascist freak, entire crowd. And she will keep reading your a way no candidate has since Reagan. The Ted One of the interesting things about study- then there are others like him, and a Trump ass to the front door, out to your car, and will Cruzes of the world come and go, but Trump, a ing religious cults is trying to make sense of presidency becomes even more of a possibility. still be reading you in your rear-view mirror as rock star, has had a tremendous effect on the the belief systems that guide them. And be- you drive off. It’s pretty obvious by now that country and political landscape, an effect that cause the cults that usually make the national ii Donald Trump holds grudges and never walks relates specifically to the cult of whiteness. news and headlines are so bizarre, most people “Donald say he wants to run for president away from an insult, slight or fight. Donald promises to return a world that used imagine they could never find themselves in and move on into the White House. Why not? It And granted, Trump can be pretty hilarious, to spin around white men and white privilege, one. Our judgment distances and protects us so wouldn’t be the first time (he) pushed a black especially when he is letting someone “have a world that Obama and Hillary Clinton arche- we may examine them with fascination, ignor- family out of they home.” —Snoop Dogg, The it,” someone you yourself can’t stand; Ted Cruz, typically threaten, back on its proper axis. He ing, of course, the many cults in our own lives Comedy Central Roast of Donald Trump Jeb Bush, Marco Rubio, or Fox News. He can has no experience as mayor or governor; we that claim us. also “play the dozens”, another form of “read- don’t know, in fact, if he was even the leader From outside the cult, we see how humans Donald Trump is the perfect presidential can- ing” which involves trading insults back and of a boy-scout troop. But what we do know is construct systems, and how everyone involved didate for a wounded white male conscious- forth (Donald vs. Rosie O’Donnell) in black cul- that his wealth and success as an entrepreneur must play a part in that system in order for it to

@windycitytimes1 /windycitymediagroup @windycitytimes www.windycitymediagroup.com WINDY CITY TIMES March 2, 2016 15 work. For those who are newly initiated, it may We live in a cultural twilight zone where the seem appalling when they are first introduced greatest proponents of cultural whiteness and to its precepts: (“Mommy, why did the kids at patriarchy, those most against difference and school call me a nigger?” “Well, honey, let me change, may be blacks or women themselves. explain, you see when I was a little girl … Fiorina and Carson, a woman and a black, lead .”) but after a while you adjust and may even us further into racist, patriarchal chaos. We take the system for granted. For those caught must reach a place where black men truly un- deepest in its web, it may seem impenetrable, derstand that if we don’t make the connection allowing for no escape. Eventually it destroys between racism and a woman’s reproductive your imagination—you find the possibility rights we will never escape racist patriarchal of another system inconceivable. I remember control; white women must demand for the traveling to Senegal and Zimbabwe during my children of Flint the same water they’d want college years and noting the differences be- for their own children. But unfortunately, our tween African countries that had been under greed ensures that too many black men contin- French and English colonial rule. It hadn’t even ue to defend rape culture and too many white occurred to me that there were differences, and women benefit economically from the exploita- it helped me to appreciate that colonization tion of others. Until whiteness and patriarchy was a social construct, and that I had myself in are no longer seen as in any way benefiting fact been colonized. (The good news was that those of us who are marginalized in this soci- if something could be constructed, it could ety, we will be stuck in the matrix forever. I ti- also be deconstructed.) With awareness, there tled this piece “The Cult of Whiteness” because may come a day when one wakes up and says I believe that in America we have a cult-like of the cult, “What the hell is going on and how “It is fascinating to me as a black American, watching devotion to whiteness (which includes patriar- did I get here?” In that moment of illumina- chy), and to the extent that we are unable to tion, one has the power to awaken oneself, and men with the last name Cruz and Rubio advancing the explore it, face it and finally abandon it, it will through one’s newly-found clarity, liberate and cult of whiteness despite endless references to their be our ultimate undoing. awaken others. Max S. Gordon is a writer and activist. I truly believe there are many white people immigrant parents and to Cuba ... “ He has been published in the anthologies in this country who are also tired of white- Inside Separate Worlds: Life Stories of ness, who want to escape the cult of white- Left: Ted Cruz. Right: Marco Rubio. Young Blacks, Jews and Latinos (Univer- ness themselves. They don’t want their children sity of Michigan Press, 1991), Go the Way to grow up in it, and while they may benefit Your Blood Beats: An Anthology of African- from it at times whether they want to or not, cause in a society that feeds so heavily on Carly Fiorina continues to sink her teeth into American Lesbian and Gay Fiction (Henry they know the cost of it on a global scale, greed (the kind of greed that inspires a Bernie Planned Parenthood, overturning Roe v. Wade Holt, 1996). His work has also appeared on the enemies that it creates for us around the Madoff) the perception is you can’t have em- and a woman’s right to choose. She exudes a openDemocracy, Democratic Underground world, and the fact that all our children are in pathy and still make money, and you definitely steely confidence on the campaign trail, but and Truthout, in Z Magazine, Gay Times, Sa- more danger because of it. They are ready to can’t empathize with those who are victimized. her spiritual energy suggests great disappoint- pience, and other progressive on-line and share, they are ready for a new paradigm that Patriarchal imperialist whiteness taken to the ment, and a woman’s heartbreak rides her face. print magazines in the U.S. and interna- is more inclusive. These are the white people extreme requires total invulnerability, which is Ben Carson babbles on, black and foolish, look- tionally. His published essays include, “Bill who voted for Obama and made him president. why it attacks the feminine, and rapes, why it ing somnambulant and managing to sound in- Cosby, Himself: Fame, Narcissism and Sexual (Whether they got a commander-in-chief who seeks to control women’s reproductive rights, coherent; no small feat, given his impeccable Violence” and “Maybe Yesterday, But Not To- destabilized whiteness or who actually helped to destroy the homosexual, to make a beast of credentials and accomplishments in the medi- night: A Black Homosexual Speaks to Gover- reinforce it is the subject for another essay.) the African, and allows its kids to go hungry. cal field. He disparages gays, downplays rac- nor Mike Pence.” This column originally ran Others may suspect that an article on the Instead of facing the many transgressions that ism, and uses the Bible and the Constitution to on http://www.thenewcivilrightsmovement. end of whiteness is actually a rallying cry for take place in this society every day, we are un- further the perception of the world as “us” vs. com/ . blackness or black chauvinism—but this isn’t willing to look in the face of the victim. We “them”. so. Whiteness, in the context I am referring project our shame onto her, and instead of try- to here, doesn’t find its opposition in black- ing to find our way back to wholeness, choose ness, but in “otherness”. And since true oth- omnipotence and brutality instead - hating the erness, given the complexities of the human victim’s guts for having allowed us to violate race, doesn’t actually exist, one can then her. surmise that whiteness, when practiced at a Slavery and the rape of African women in pathological level, has no opposite – it is ab- this country changed us inexorably—if white solute. Americans ever were white once upon a time, The simple truth is, white Americans aren’t after slavery they were never white again. white, and never have been. This theme ex- Nursed at a black woman’s breast, the white ists throughout the work of the great American American has an enslaved African mother and writer James Baldwin, and it is as true today as he is haunted by her, by her blackness and her when he was writing more than half a century relationship to him. We know racism has driven ago. black people crazy for years, but this is why the cult of whiteness has the power to drive or I’m not sure when it happened, when the keep white Americans insane—it forces them nigger was created, and when we stopped be- to dissociate themselves from their own Afri- coming a country of Italians, Irish, German, canness, from their own black mother. French, Indian, Spanish, African, Japanese, White Southerners know this relationship Chinese. Things became, literally, black and most intimately. It is in their literature, the white. Or rather…black vs. everyone else. It moment when the white child becomes the has been my experience in America that im- white adult and is told by society that he migrants arrive and seem to be given a tour. “owns” the black woman who raised him, and “There’s the Statue of Liberty, there’s the White who may have been the only one, in fact, to House, and those are the niggers” as if part show him any affection or for whom he feels of the experience of being an American means any affection. At this point he must decide, separating oneself from blackness - both the and it is a decision that often leads to mad- culture and the people. (Enjoying black cul- ness—to join the cult of whiteness and betray ture as entertainment and making money off his own mother, or stand with her and reject it is allowed, even encouraged. The commod- his inheritance as a white man. itization of black culture means enjoying a It is fascinating to me as a black American, rap video, black music or television show, but watching men with the last name Cruz and Ru- doesn’t require an actual relationship. The con- bio advancing the cult of whiteness despite sumer always remains in control of what he is endless references to their immigrant parents consuming without the messiness and terror of and to Cuba, talking about “no amnesty” and dealing with an actual human being’s anger or keeping immigrants out, while they must have a spontaneous interaction and dialogue.) Im- memories of sitting on their abuelita’s lap, nib- migrants and some American whites want the bling on her cultural food while she coos to American dream without the American night- them in Spanish. They are men of color, fever- mare that comes with it - slavery. 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I don’t know how you can even jus- tify benefits to one class over another—we’ve Foxx battles to come a long way. But we still have a lot of work to do in terms of attacks within those communities, where young people or others don’t want to report hate crimes, because they don’t want to report attacks because they don’t want unseat Alvarez to be ostracized when they have to explain why it happened. We haven’t been very aggressive By Matt Simonette we’ve administered justice. People know about in going after it, but it exists. Laquan McDonald. We’re talking about Rickia There’s been a hesitation in using the hate Kim Foxx has been embroiled in one of this Boyd again this week. We’re talking about the crimes statute across the board. When we’re primary season’s toughest races, the contest to young woman who was raped at Loyola—that pushing these issues, for example, as they re- unseat incumbent Cook County State’s Attorney case was never able to get convictions because lated to people of color, there was always this Anita Alvarez. the state’s attorney’s office dropped the ball. fear: “It’s hard to prove the intent. Maybe they Foxx, who was, until last August, chief of We’re talking about the Dixmoor 5. You have used a word, but it could be slang.” But if you staff to Cook County Board President Toni to be able to go to the community and say, don’t push it, you’re never going to prove it, Preckwinkle, says she wants the state’s attor- “These things have happened and here are the and that’s the same way I feel particularly as ney’s office to restore trust between the public safeguards we’re going to put into place.” it relates to the LGBTQ community, that we and law enforcement—the first part of which is Around police accountability, I’m the only haven’t pushed issues as they relate to hate coming clean publicly about failing the com- one who’s said we need to have an special in- crimes. I believe there’s a fear that we’re not munity. She also wants to appoint an inde- dependent prosecutor in cases of police shoot- going to be able to get success. When we are pendent prosecutor for police shootings and a ings. I believe there is an inherent conflict in not pursuing justice to the fullest degree be- diversity officer who’d oversee a staff ensuring the intimate relationship between police and cause of a fear of failure, we’re failing the com- that the office reflected and understood the the state’s attorney, and it’s not a nefarious munities we’re there to serve. demographics of the community. relationship, it’s necessary. it’s where we get WCT: Hate-crimes laws are criticized by Foxx was at one point homeless, and she has our cases from. some because they do result in extra jail said that gives her a unique perspective that But what we’ve seen, with this state’s attor- Kim Foxx. time. How do you reconcile that with efforts Alvarez and fellow challenger Donna More, a ney, and the unwillingness to charge in these Photo by Powell Photography intended to curb excessive incarceration? gaming attorney, do not share. She has won types of cases, is the question: Is it because KF: We want to make sure we have the right numerous endorsements, perhaps the most sig- of that relationship or is it something else? the fact that she’s had concerns about the people in jail for the right reasons. The level nificant of which is the backing of the Cook In order to take out that question, you put criminal-justice system here. She oversees the of penalty depends on the level of the crime. I County Democratic Party, who made the rare an independent prosecutor in, and the public largest single-site jail in the country and the don’t think we should have low-level drug of- decision not to back the incumbent. views that as more transparent, and more ac- largest unified court system in the country. fenders who have drug addiction issues hang- But Foxx faces steep criticism from her op- countable. When you do that, it develops the When using performance management data, ing out in our jails for years. However, how we ponents, especially for her close relationship credibility of the system. we saw that we were failing. The president’s use our criminal justice system is a barometer with Preckwinkle; many assume that the board Additionally, we need to be able to make sure acknowledgment of a failing system does not of how we use our moral compass. People who president, long a critic of county incarceration that our state’s attorney’s office is reflective of mean that anyone who steps up to run is only harm people, who deprive people of their life, system, would just be using Foxx as a proxy. the communities that we serve. Diversity con- doing it because of the president. We have real liberty and property—there’s a reason we have They also say that Foxx has had limited ex- tinues to be an issue in the state’s attorney’s significant problems—I think that’s why there’s a criminal court for them. The sentence should perience with large-scale prosecutions, having office, particularly diversity of leadership. The so much support across the board. So, the an- be just. When you oppress solely based on gen- spent much of her time at the state’s attorney’s state’s attorney does a fair job of bringing in swer to the critics is, “Do you really believe we der, sexuality or race, we have a problem with office working in juvenile justice issues. diversity of her new hires—kids coming out of have a criminal justice system we can be proud that. It’s against the moral compass of who we Foxx spoke with Windy City Times about the law school—but where we see it fall off is se- of? Do you really believe that we have a state’s are. Yes, there are enhancements to it, but part problems she sees in the State’s Attorney’s Of- nior management and leadership positions that attorney’s office that is a model for administer- of the reason we have those is because that fice and her aspirations for fixing them. affect policy and really how you engage with ing justice? Are you concerned about what’s type of crime occurs. So I think it’s easy to rec- Windy City Times: Why do you think you’re the community. come to light in the last six months alone?” oncile. Our priorities have to shift. ...With hate the best pick between yourself, Alvarez and Then, lastly, transparency and accountabil- WCT: What work have you done with the crimes it’s intended to have a crippling effect, Moore? ity—we don’t have mechanisms in place in the LGBT community? not just on the individual, but on a community. Kim Foxx: It’s the mixture of both my per- state’s attorney’s Office to report bad actors, KF: One of the things I’m really proud of is WCT: What would you do to promote is- sonal experiences around the criminal justice whether they’re police officers or state’s attor- my work in Girls Link at the Cook County state’s sues of awareness in trans issues, both in system, and living in communities affected by neys. The state’s attorney doesn’t believe that attorney’s office. So the [Juvenile Temporary the state’s attorney’s office and within the crime and violence. My legal career, as an advo- she’s subject to inspector general oversight. I Detention Center] had a real issue dealing with police force? cate for children in the foster-care system, my absolutely disagree. I think we need someone gender-responsiveness issues, so they created KF: We have to have trainings for everybody. 12 years in the state’s attorney’s office, and my to be able to report bad actors, too. Girls Link. We expanded the work to include We tend to give specialized training to one executive management and policy-making ex- WCT: How do you feel your background what we were doing around LGBT issues at the group. ...We have to be really targeted about perience, having been chief of staff in the sec- lends itself to this kind of work? detention center. It is really heartbreaking, the cultural competency training and spread the ond-largest county [board president’s office], KF: I’ve made no secret about growing up in kids who we see coming in, for the issues that definition of cultural competency. As we evolve working on issues around criminal justice, from a really impoverished neighborhood. It’s done we see going on in their community. Their sex- as a society and see that not everything is just a policy standpoint. I view myself as unique a couple of things, not even just growing up uality has often been problematic for them at Black, white or Latino, we have to talk about against my opponents because, I have one op- there. We’ve got family across this city. My home. So they’re already dealing with criminal the full spectrum of who lives in our city, and ponent who’s been in the office ever since she mother moved to Englewood before she passed justice issues where people don’t understand we have to have a unit within the state’s at- got out of law school. That’s the only job, not away. The realness of what’s happening to our them. People don’t understand what their torney’s office who deals with those issues. Not all in an elected capacity, that she’s worked at neighborhoods is not something I can escape. needs are. Whether it’s young people who are just one person. We need specialists who deal in 30 years. The other opponent worked in the It’s not academic to me. When I have to go to bullying, or even staff, we had a population of with these issues, because they’re complicated office in the ‘80s, and in the U.S. attorney’s of- a family function at 51st and Aberdeen and I’m kids who were stealing to pay for transitioning and ever-evolving, particularly as it relates to fice, but hasn’t done work around these issues looking over my shoulders because I’m afraid, and when they would come into the detention trans people. It’s different from when I first in a quarter of a century. that’s real to me. When we went to church on center, the question was, “What do we do with started. This criminal justice system requires that the West Side in North Lawndale, on 13th and them?” See KimFoxx.com. we work with stakeholders and partners to get Independence, and there are needles and sy- We were mindful that this was not just things done and I have a record of getting ringes in the grass, and I’m trying to navigate about gender responsiveness. We had to bring things done, working with other elected offi- my children’s feet around the syringes in the the realm of of sexual identity into it. So we cials, working with communities in addition to grass. It’s very real to me. pushed for training in the JTDC. We pushed for Trans activists the legal stuff. I think that makes me uniquely I’ve been a victim of crime. The way I look at our medical department advocating [and ask- situated. how we deal with victims, and how we interact ing], “How do we allow for folks to continue unite for Clinton WCT: What do you see as most important with law enforcement, from the perspective of to continue their medications, transitioning Trans persons and their allies are join- for prosecuting crime and fostering trust someone who’s been there, is very real to me. I processes or hormones?” ing together to campaign for Hillary Clin- between Cook County residents and law en- talk about it because I think we’ve become so We had real conversations about how we ton, officials from the national group, to forcement? academic in talking about crime and punish- were creating a culture, not just in the deten- be known as Trans United for Hillary, an- KF: In order for us to fight crime, we need the ment. We need to be able to make sure that it’s tion center, but in the staff, around these is- nounced Feb. 25. public. We need the communities affected by driven by what’s happening in our community. sues. We saw a lot of our kids who came from According to a statement, “During the crime and violence, for all of us to have faith WCT: How do you answer the charges that the South Side, did not have a lot of resources course of the 2016 election, Trans United in the system to fix it. They are not mutually your candidacy is the result of Preckwinkle’s to deal with what was going on in their com- for Hillary will provide volunteer opportu- exclusive. They are intertwined and we have to attempts at “kingmaking?” munity. Getting someone over to the Center on nities, host events, and release resources deal with them at the same time. KF: The world is watching our criminal- Halsted from 79th Street—how could we be for transgender people and their allies to The first thing you have to do is acknowl- justice system collapse. The fact of the mat- mindful of that with youth? They’re looking for show support for Hillary Clinton. edge that the public trust in our system has ter is, what’s been happening in Cook County, support. Chicagoan Angelica Ross is among been broken. … The way you fix it, for the with the state’s attorney’s Office is not new. WCT: What do you believe are the most those on the group’s steering committee. community, is to first say it: “Yes, you are ab- The difference is that it’s gone unchallenged. pertinent issues for LGBT Cook County resi- For more information, see TransUnitedfo- solutely right. The system has failed in how The president has not made any secret about dents going into the next four years? rHillary.org. KF: We’ve come a long way in terms of civil WINDY CITY TIMES March 2, 2016 17 Since August, Eric Karas has called his Acura a new opportunity,” he said. “If you have a TSX car his office. salaried job in sales or account management, That’s because Karas is a ride-share driver hit me up on LinkedIN.” Report: for Uber and Lyft. He drives about 20 hours Karas since 1996 has sung with the Chicago a week, mostly at nights—a time that he Gay Men’s Chorus, and he has volunteered for Criminal-justice affectionately calls “the drunk shift.” Mr. Friendly—“an organization created by my system causes “Chicagoans are really nice people, or at friend Dave Watt [to help reduce] the stigma least entertaining. I never tire of seeing our of HIV, [increase] PrEP education, encouraging disproportional harm beautiful city,” he said. people to get tested and being there for people A major report offers a comprehensive analysis to date of how LGBT people—particularly, those of color—face higher rates of incarceration and unfair treatment and abuse in the criminal justice system. “Unjust: How the Broken Criminal Justice System Fails LGBT People” documents how pervasive stigma and discrimination, enforcement of laws and discriminatory policing strategies mean that LGBT people are disproportionately likely to interact with in the LIFE law enforcement and to have their lives criminalized. Eric Karas The report also says that LGBT people are TEXT BY ROSS FORMAN also treated unfairly once they enter the PHOTOS courtesy of Karas system, showing how they are disproportionately incarcerated and face abuse while • Age • Favorite movie incarcerated. Lastly, the report sheds light 46 The Wizard of Oz, on the fact that LGBT people face unique and he has an • Orientation and considerable challenges in the struggle autographed picture Gay to rebuild their lives after experiences with from Margaret law enforcement—and particularly after • Relationship status Hamilton, who time spent in a correctional facility. Single—“Call me, played the Wicked The Movement Advancement Project [though] you have Witch of the West. and the Center for American Progress co- to love my dog, an • Little-known fact Italian Greyhound Karas recalls the drunk couple that he regardless of their status.” authored the report in partnership with “I’m a big guy named Coco.” picked up for a ride on New Year’s Eve. “He Karas added, “I moved here in 1990 and the Forward Together, JustLeadershipUSA and [now], but I was a was saying all sorts of sexual stuff to her, and [LGBT] community in Chicago is so vibrant. Advancement Project. It is available online • Neighborhood premature baby. I got out to buy some more liquor,” Karas said. Any interest you have, from singing to sports at www.lgbtmap.org/criminal-justice. Edgewater was 2 pounds, 10 ounces [at birth].” “She admitted they had met on Tinder and just to board games to square dancing, there is a • Favorite drink met in person that night. I asked her if she place to do it within the community. I have Vodka soda • Little-known fact wanted me to just drive away. She said she was seen us come together, whether dealing with with a splash of “I passed the divorced and it had ‘been awhile.’” the AIDS crisis to marching for Matthew cranberry—known Chicago police When not driving, Karas has worked in sales Shepard to fighting for equal marriage rights as a Rose Kennedy officer’s exam in and account management his whole career for and more. I have been very proud to be a part the top percentage, • Favorite TV show tech companies, such as Cisco Webex, Intercall, of it all in my small way.” but never went to Dick Van Dyke Show Arkadin and SPSS. “I’m currently looking for the next step.” 18 March 2, 2016 WINDY CITY TIMES viewpoints for a living wage for all working people. And, Rustin also believed that civil rights laws WINDY he managed to do all this as a gay man during would never be meaningful if poverty remained the decades when the medical profession con- widespread. He persuaded important civil- sidered LGBT people mentally ill, when all the rights organizations to campaign for increasing CITY states criminalized same-sex love, and when the minimum wage. He proposed a “Freedom John most religions considered it sinful. Budget” that would have helped to redistrib- D’EMILIO What are some of his great accomplish- ute wealth and opportunity more fairly in the ments? While still a young man, Rustin studied United States. Rustin was also a wise strategist TIMES the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi of India. He for change. He knew that protests and demon- VOL. 31, No. 23, March 2, 2016 Getting to know became a believer in the power of active non- strations were important and essential. But he The combined forces of Windy City Times, violence as the most effective and most moral also knew that they were not enough. In his founded Sept. 1985, and Outlines newspaper, founded May 1987. Bayard Rustin way to oppose evil and fight for justice. He best-known political manifesto, “From Protest was more responsible than anyone for bringing to Politics,” he argued that activists needed to Who is Bayard Rustin? Bayard Rustin is one of the ideas and tactics of Gandhian nonviolent get involved in the political system and elect PUBLISHER & EXECUTIVE EDITOR the hidden treasures of 20th-century U.S. his- resistance to the African American freedom their own, so that freedom fighters would also Tracy Baim tory. struggle in the United States. When Dr. King be lawmakers and policymakers. People who have heard of Rustin tend to ASSISTANT PUBLISHER Terri Klinsky was still a young minister and leading his first Bayard Rustin lived long enough to experi- know him because of his role in the 1963 March MANAGING EDITOR Andrew Davis protests in Montgomery, Alabama, Rustin trav- ence the effects of the Stonewall rebellion and on Washington, made famous by Dr. Martin Lu- ASSOCIATE EDITOR Matt Simonette eled there and tutored Dr. King in Gandhi’s the rise of the “gay liberation” movement. Late BUSINESS MANAGER Ripley Caine ther King’s “I Have a Dream” speech on the philosophy and methods. He wrote the plan in life, he began to campaign for LGBT rights. DIRECTOR OF NEW MEDIA Jean Albright steps of the Lincoln Memorial. Rustin was the ART DIRECTOR Kirk Williamson for creating the Southern Christian Leadership He helped win passage of an anti-discrimina- behind-the-scenes organizer of the event. Be- SENIOR REPORTER Gretchen Rachel Hammond Conference, the organization that Dr. King led tion law in New York City. During the terrible cause of his skills as an organizer, in just seven Senior Account Executives Terri Klinsky, Kirk and that was so important in the fight against AIDS crisis of the 1980s, he saw the campaign Williamson, Amy Matheny, Chris Cheuvront, Gretchen weeks he was able to pull together an event racial segregation and discrimination. Rustin for LGBT rights as the leading edge of the free- Rachel Hammond, Scott Duff, Freddie Bain that drew 250,000 people to Washington, D.C. NATIONAL SALES Rivendell Media, 212-242-6863 devoted himself to building Dr. King’s standing dom struggle in the U.S. It was the largest racial justice protest in U.S. SENIOR WRITERS Bob Roehr, Tony Peregrin, Lisa as a recognized national leader. The March on Rustin never “retired” from activism. “Free- history. The event was peaceful, the speeches Keen, Yasmin Nair Washington was the high point of more than dom is never a final act,” he often declared. THEATER EDITOR Scott C. Morgan powerful, and the demands far-reaching. The 20 years of movement building by Rustin. He encouraged activists to see themselves as CINEMA WRITER Richard Knight Jr. March made front-page newspaper headlines Ross Forman Bayard Rustin was also a pacifist who be- “angelic troublemakers” who would call atten- SPORTS WRITER across the country. Rustin was featured on the ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT WRITERS lieved that war would never bring peace and tion to injustice and win over their opponents. cover of Life Magazine, one of the most popular Mary Shen Barnidge, Lawrence Ferber, Mel Ferrand, that, without peace, nations would never As I said at the beginning of this post, Bayard Jerry Nunn, Jonathan Abarbanel weeklies in the United States. achieve racial and economic justice for all. Af- Rustin is one of the hidden treasures of 20th- COLUMNISTS/WRITERS: Yvonne Zipter, Jorjet Harper, But, organizing the March on Washington is Charlsie Dewey, Carrie Maxwell, Billy Masters, Sarah ter the start of the nuclear age in 1945, when century U.S. history. Let’s help make him, his just the tip of the iceberg of Bayard Rustin’s Toce, Dana Rudolph, Melissa Wasserman, Joe Franco, the United States dropped atomic bombs on ideas, and his activism less hidden and better accomplishments. An activist from the time he Nick Patricca, Liz Baudler, Rex Wockner, Marie J. Japan, Rustin rallied people to demonstrate known. Kuda, Angelique Smith, Meghan Streit was in high school, Rustin participated in pro- against the testing of nuclear weapons. He or- John D’Emilio is the author of a biography SENIOR PHOTOGRAPHERS Mel Ferrand, Hal Baim, Tim tests for social and economic justice for over Carroll, Ed Negron ganized protests in North America, Europe, Af- of Bayard Rustin: Lost Prophet: The Life and fifty years. Never a “single-issue” activist, he WEBSITE LISTINGS VOLUNTEER Gene Naden rica, and the South Pacific. By the early 1960s, Times of Bayard Rustin. campaigned for world peace and against nu- the protests were so widespread that world clear weapons, against racism and inequality, CIRCULATION leaders agreed to ban the testing of nuclear for the rights of workers to form unions, and CIRCULATION DIRECTOR Jean Albright weapons above ground. 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SCOTTISH PLAY SCOTT write Raggedy And when he learned that his “I have to explain why I got out of acting former college roommate transitioned to fe- while I transitioned,” said Kropp, whose many male in her 40s. As a writer, Valdes Greenwood past acting credits include performances with hoped that he could help share some of the the Goodman Theatre, Lifeline Theatre and the Trans scrutiny in gender identity complexities of his former company that would be renamed Redtwist The- roommate’s experiences and others whom he atre for her final pre-transition performances interviewed in the creation of his play. during the 2005-06 season. “It was a very ex- ‘Raggedy And’ Raggedy And was first performed as a read- posed time of my life—and a time when I re- ing as part of Stage Left Theatre’s Leap Fest in ally need to keep myself from who I was. And BY SCOTT C. MORGAN privacy for herself and her loved ones is more 2014, and it was later workshopped in London. ‘actor’ was a big part of who I was.” important than the potential good that can In 2015, the play came onto the radar of Pride Kropp said anyone transitioning has to reas- Trans actress Delia Kropp is glad to be return- come out of such a high-profile artistic honor, Films and Plays founder David Zak, who specifi- sess and reevaluate who he or she was before ing to the Chicago theater scene, particularly especially with all the risks inherent with the cally invited Kropp to perform in further devel- and how much to take on and adjust after- in Pride Films and Plays’ upcoming world pre- international media aggressively nosing around opmental versions of the script and to become wards. miere of Raggedy And. That’s in large part be- her life and background. a company member. “It’s much more than just the clothes,” said cause gay playwright David Valdes Greenwood Playwright Valdes Greenwood hit on the idea Kropp acknowledged these Raggedy And Kropp with a laugh. “I was keeping an open stipulated that he prefers a transgender actress of the inaugural poet of an instance when a readings as a twofold audition for the play to mind about whether acting, which is very much to star in his drama, which is centered round a largely private person would be thrust into a receive a full-scale production, and for her to about identities, was really something I want- poet named Ondi Rivers and her diverse family. worldwide spotlight. He described it as both star as Ondi. ed to pursue or needed to pursue now that I was much happier with myself. Did I have to be somebody else? And the answer to that, which Delia Kropp (left) and Katurah Nelson. actually is one the neatest things about this Photo by Paul Goyette whole last year, is that an actor builds upon who they are. They don’t shove everything aside and escape from themselves. They use themselves and use that as the building materials.” Pride Films and Plays’ world premiere of David Valdes Greenwood’s Raggedy And runs from Thursday, March 10, through Sunday, April 10, at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble, 5779 N. Ridge Ave. Tickets are $15 for pre- views and $22-$27 during the regular run; call 800-737-0984 or visit www.pridefilm- sandplays.com.

Group to honor Sutton Foster, Brian D’Arcy James Chicago’s Sarah Siddons Society recently announced that Sutton Foster and Brian D’Arcy James will receive the group’s annual Actor of the Year Award Monday, May 16, at Northwestern University’s Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, 50 Arts Circle Dr., Evanston. Foster (TV’s Younger) has starred in many Broadway hits, including Thoroughly Mod- ern Millie, Little Women, Young Franken- stein, Shrek and The Drowsy Chaperone. “First of all, my character is transgender,” tantalizing and nerve-wracking. The short turn- “This will actually be my first featured role James is currently in Broadway’s Some- Kropp said. “But—and it’s a lynchpin of the around from the poet selection to performance where I’m not sitting behind a music stand thing Rotten, and has been in Titanic, whole play—she began the process of transi- of the poem also factors into Raggedy And’s post-transition,” said Kropp, citing a date in Sweet Smell Of Success, The Apple Tree and tioning right after high school which would be drama. June 2011 when she officially registered her Shrek (opposite Foster as Fiona). 1983 for her, and pretty much cemented her “The character of Ondi is not somebody who name and gender change with the state of Il- The Sarah Siddons Society has honored female identity with hormones and so on in has been seeking this out—she’s not running linois. actors such as Bette Davis, Patti LuPone, the late ’80s with the help of her lesbian and for office where she would be putting herself Kropp only recently returned to acting last Julie Andrews and E. Faye Butler. female partner.” up for this kind of scrutiny,” Valdes Greenwood year, largely via readings like an aborning proj- Benefit tickets are $100 (with student Kropp said since her character has identified said. “But then here’s something that comes ect by Kelli Simpkins for About Face Theatre on tickets $25); visit www.sarahsiddonssoci- mainly as female rather than as transgender for to her that puts two things she wants at odds. LGBTQ youth and seniors. Kropp was also hired ety.org, or call 847-467-4000 or stop by so long, conflicts arise when Ondi is chosen One, her identity, and this enormous platform as an understudy for multiple female roles in the ticket office at the southeast entrance to write and perform a poem for a presidential that validates who she is as a poet.” the Gift Theatre’s recent world premiere of Da- of Pick-Staiger Concert Hall. inauguration. Ondi must weigh whether the Valdes Greenwood was inspired in part to vid Rabe’s Good for Otto. 20 March 2, 2016 WINDY CITY TIMES THEATER REVIEW James Vincent Meredith (right) as Othello, and Michael Milligan as Iago. Othello Photo by Liz Lauren Playwright: William Shakespeare At: Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Navy Pier Tickets: 312-595-5600; www.chicagoshakes.com; $48-$88 Runs through: April 10

BY JONATHAN ABARBANEL

The problem is that Othello is the hero but he doesn’t drive the action. The antagonist, Iago, does that, relentlessly gaming Othello and making him a largely reactive character. Othello’s two crucial active choices already have been made as the play begins: He’s appointed Cassio (Luigi Sottile) as his lieutenant over Iago, and he’s eloped with Desdemona (Bethany Jillard) and married her. The frequent solution to this problem is to place a physically imposing man with a rich, deep voice in the title role, adding a flourish of romantic hero (as much as Shakespeare allows, which isn’t all that much). It doesn’t always work, so I’m glad it isn’t the interpretation chosen by director Jonathan Munby for this production, not that James Vincent Meredith lacks stature or vocal chops as Othello. Rather, Munby has chosen plain-spoken vigor noteworthy that the unseen military enemy is sizes the true nature of the play as a revenge in Shakespeare. Even Iago’s wife, Emilia (Jessie as his methodology without enlarging the title an Islamic nation. tragedy, not some brave interracial romance Fisher), is in uniform although she still serves character beyond what he is: a very success- To underscore these points, the production is gone awry. It drips with irony and cold humor. as Desdemona’s maid. ful military commander but still an outsider. in modern dress (Linda Cho, costumes) and the The central figure seeking revenge, of course, is The gullibility and passivity of the character Indeed, the clarity of speech delivered by this scenic design (Alexander Dodge) is a temporary Iago, ostensibly because General Othello didn’t Othello continue to make the entire play prob- company makes the blatantly racist language military fortress surrounded by razor wire, a give him the promotion Iago believes he de- lematic, as does the fact that Othello’s death of the play (written in 1604) electrifying to concept somewhat clumsy in performance. The served. As played by Michael Milligan, it’s clear seems so post-climactic. Still, the force of this contemporary ears. Listen to the diatribe de- light camouflage uniforms and the scenic de- Iago would have found some other reason to production, and the merit of its players, make livered early-on by veteran David Lively, as sign suggest an Afghani or Iraqi setting stand- hate Othello even he’d received the promotion. it well worth seeing even if it cannot overcome Venetian Senator Brabantio, and you will hear ing in for the Cyprus of the play. Iago definitely is the dominant figure here, a all the play’s inherent challenges. Shakespeare as natural as modern speech both The result is a very fast-moving production— ruthless soldier at home among soldiers shar- in style and (regrettably) content. It’s also vigorous and judiciously edited—which empha- ing Quonset hut quarters, a platoon not found

THEATER REVIEW Sharon (Sarah Lemp) has a lot of anger, too, acerbic observations, as one would expect from “new country” of the play’s title? Uncle Jim but so do all the character in this dramedy, ex- Roberts with his huge success as a comedian, is old country, but everything about the play New Country cept young bellhop Ollie (Colter O’Ryan Smith), actor and writer-producer of hit TV comedies. suggests Justin is new country, and yet both Playwright: Mark Roberts who instead has a sexual angle to play, entrap- But as Sharon remarks of relationships and life exhibit strong family loyalty (which is another At: Fair Trade Productions @ The Den, ping angry C&W star Justin (Michael Monroe in general, “Everything sure looked better in possibly-intriguing idea not pursued). 1333 N. Milwaukee Goodman) the night before Justin’s wedding, the catalogue.” The huge problem is the two- The execution is very good. Even at a pre- Tickets: 800-838-3006; but it isn’t really important because Ollie is dimensionality of it all. Roberts’ gloss of coun- view the actors gave strong, committed perfor- www.newcountrytheplay; $45 just a plot device so Justin’s angry manager try good-ol’-boys and one good-ol’-girl is a mances under director Ian Streicher, although Runs through: May 14 (Frank Nall) and angry producer (Will Clinger), reduced version of Nashville without the good not all comic moments were clicking (and they who’s incensed ‘cause he’s paired with Justin’s music. need to click). Roberts fully inhabits Uncle BY JONATHAN ABARBANEL fat sister at the wedding, can blackmail Justin At the center of the play, an extended scene Jim but shares stage well. Kevin Hagan’s sce- into not firing them. between Uncle Jim and Sharon (Justin’s ex nic design is perfect, a posh Nashville power The basic message of New Country is “don’t So you have a bunch of characters who aren’t of seven years who’s come to confront him) suite with palomino-look upholstery, a guitar- abandon life.” Or, life is worth living even for a very likeable and about whom you do not care, raises several interesting notions but Roberts pattern rug and a Thomas Hart Benton print on sorry old pig-farmer who’s 65 going on 75 and and most of whom have zilch impact on the doesn’t pursue them. Has Uncle Jim actually the wall (class touch). New Country needs to has burned half his brain away via sex, drugs, old pig-farmer, Justin’s quasi-hillbilly Uncle penned Justin’s hit songs? What will become be either very funny, or wickedly funny, and it’s booze and country music, especially when he’s Jim, played by author, Mark Roberts. Yes, sure, of Justin and his managers when Uncle Jim is not quite either one. made an offer by a smart, beautiful, 30-some- this 90-minute show (viewed at a preview per- gone? Also, what IS the difference between thing babe who has a motorcycle and ovarian formance) has some funny lines and sharp, old country music and the somehow-lesser cancer.

THEATER REVIEW screenplay to Splendor in the Grass. Inge had She also dislikes Kenny’s late-night pursuit of lifelong struggles with alcoholism, depression girls along with his mooching friend known A Loss of Roses and homophobia as a closeted gay man before as “Jelly” (Antonio Zhiurinskas, who is fine as Playwright: William Inge he committed suicide in 1970 at age 60. comic relief). Complications also ensue when At: Raven Theatre, 6157 N. Clark St. A Loss of Roses could be interpreted as a fa- a mutual attraction inevitably develops be- Tickets: 773-338-2177 or talistic trope on the outsider unfairly doomed tween Lila and the much-younger Kenny. www.raventheatre.com; $18-$42 to be rejected by a hypocritical “moral” soci- A Loss of Roses is hard to love for many rea- Runs through: April 2 ety. But the play might have stood out more sons. The sexist views Inge gives to Kenny are in pop cultural consciousness if it didn’t come hard to swallow. It also feels against charac- off like a gender-reversed retread of Inge’s ter to see Lila give in so easily to her control- BY SCOTT C. MORGAN earlier Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, Picnic, ling actor boyfriend, Ricky (an appropriately or a poor cousin of Tennessee Williams’ A menacing Joel Reitsma), especially when she It’s tough to warm to William Inge’s 1959 Streetcar Named Desire. could have sought help from so many other Broadway flop A Loss of Roses, now being A Loss of Roses centers around the unem- actor friends like Mme. Olga St. Valentine (a bravely revived by Raven Theatre. Although ployed touring actress Lila Green (a vivacious too-flighty Barbara Roeder Harris) and Ronny it’s largely well-acted in a handsomely de- Eliza Stoughton) at the height of the Great Cavendish (Lane Flores, overdoing the flam- signed period production overseen by director Depression. Lila finds temporary refuge out- boyance). Cody Estle, the play itself comes off like an side Kansas City in the small-town home of That Raven Theatre lavished so much time artifact of gender-role stereotyping and what her old friend, the church-going widow Helen and care on a less-than-perfect script like A many feminists would call “slut-shaming.” Baird (a no-nonsense Abigail Boucher) and Loss of Roses is a curiosity, especially since A Loss of Roses does have some resonance her 21-year-old son, Kenny (a tentative Sam it marks the start of Inge’s theatrical decline. when viewed in historical context to the life Hubbard). There may be some insights to be gleaned and times of Inge, a Kansas-born playwright The stay isn’t exactly a haven for Lila, since from the play’s unfair and unhappy conclu- famed for 1950s Broadway successes like Pic- there’s tension in the Baird home. Helen A Loss of Roses. sions, although A Loss of Roses largely comes nic, Bus Stop and Come Back, Little Sheba, feels Kenny isn’t living up to his potential. Photo by Dean La Prairie off as a relic best left on a back shelf. along with his 1961 Academy Award-winning WINDY CITY TIMES March 2, 2016 21 THEATER REVIEW From left: Tamyra Gray, Jackie Burns If/Then and Anthony Rapp in If/Then. Score: Tom Kitt; Photo by Joan Marcus Book and lyrics: Brian Yorkey At: Oriental Theatre, 24 W. Randolph St. Tickets: 800-775-2000 or www.broadwayinchicago.com; $25-$98 Runs through: March 6

BY SCOTT C. MORGAN

A number of questions swirl around the 2014 Broadway musical If/Then, now on tour at Chi- cago’s Oriental Theatre. Can a star vehicle written for Idina Menzel survive without its original star? Is the musical a disappointing follow-up for the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning writers of the 2009 hit Next to Normal? Is the show really as con- fusing as some critics and audiences claim it to be? Turns out the yes and no answers are truly subjective in the case of If/Then, a daringly ahead as a high-powered city planner while tacked on. And often the songs devoted to mance shows that the musical survives as a conceptual and emotional “what if?” musical also confronting her feelings for her married Elizabeth’s friends can come off as bland tan- strong piece of theater in its own right. And that I feel entertains and fascinates more than boss, Stephen (Darren A. Herbert), her environs gents, though the decision to depict the ordi- any boundary-pushing musical that so thor- its structural potential to frustrate. are tinged in moody blues. nariness of lesbian and gay romantic lives can oughly and thoughtfully raises questions of its Composer Tom Kitt and librettist Brian Yorkey For all its adventurousness, If/Then does be argued as daring in of itself. audience to ponder the randomness and signifi- are certainly to be commended for creating an suffer some missteps. The minimal moments So although If/Then on tour may lack its cance of their own existence certainly deserves original, contemporary and thought-provoking of dance by choreographer Larry Keigwin feel original leading lady, Burns’ powerful perfor- high marks in my book. musical that isn’t an adaptation of a pre-existing movie—though it may help to better understand the show’s alternating realities concept if you’re familiar with the 1998 Gwyneth BEFORE THE WORLD FELL IN LOVE WITH Paltrow flick Sliding Doors. If/Then also deserves diversity kudos for ex- HELLO, DOLLY!, THERE WAS THE MATCHMAKER. ploring the ordinary and extraordinary work/ family struggles of a divorced 38-year-old named Elizabeth (the powerhouse vocalist Jackie Burns) who reinvents her life in New York. While there, she cultivates a large network of lesbian, gay and bisexual friends, en- gagingly played by the likes of original Rent star Anthony Rapp as Lucas and Tamyra Gray of American Idol fame as Kate. It’s apparent that director Michael Greif and his top-notch design team (particularly lighting designer Kenneth Posner and projection designers Peter Nigrini and Dan Scully) have done all they can to illustrate and decode the switching stories of If/Then—though I was shocked to learn that some of my friends still failed to catch on. Everything is highlighted in reddish hues whenever the teacher “Liz” purses a romance and family life with the hunky doctor and military reservist Josh (Matthew Hydzik). But when the glasses-wearing “Beth” strives to get c CRITICS’ PICKS American Buffalo, Mary-Arrchie Theatre Company at Angel Island, extended to March The 20. With the wrecking ball only months away, this 30-year-old Chicago theater company re- turns to its roots for one last all-star stand in what may be the smartest interpretation of Mamet’s seminal masterpiece in its long history. MSB MatchmakerBY THORNTON WILDER | DIRECTED BY HENRY WISHCAMPER The Hairy Ape, Oracle Theatre, through March 12. Eugene O’Neill’s 1922 expressionist drama about the American underclass has been Matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi (Tony Award nominee Kristine Nielsen) explosively reinvented and choreographed by knows a good catch when she sees one. So when the wealthy Horace director Monty Cole. A don’t-miss show. JA Vandergelder hires her to find him a wife, Dolly doesn’t need to look far. The Last Defender, The House Theatre of “One of the sweetest and smartest romantic farces ever written” (The Wall Street Journal). Chicago at Chopin Theatre, extended through April 23. Audience members are the stars of this amazingly designed 1980s-inspired inter- MARCH 5 – APRIL 10 | TICKETS START AT JUST $25! active puzzle room. SCM The Man Who Murdered Sherlock Holmes, Mercury Theater, through March 20. The game’s afoot in this delightful new musical starring | Nick Sandys as the superslueth and Michael 312.443.3800 GoodmanTheatre.org Aaron Lindner as the author who—well, you GROUPS OF 10+ ONLY: 312.443.3820 WHAT GREAT THEATER SHOULD BE know—by the creative team that brought us the long-running Christmas Schooner. MSB —By Abarbanel, Barnidge

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Jimmy Napes (left) and Sam Smith at the Oscars. Diversity front and center at Oscars Host Chris Rock wasted no time addressing the writer/director Richard Glatzer (Quinceanera; elephant in the room—the controversy over the Still Alice) were among those in the “In Memo- lack of diversity of Oscar nominees—at the 88th riam” segment. Academy Awards Feb. 28. Mad Max: Fury Road took the most awards at “You realize, if they nominated hosts, I the event, with six (although they were techni- wouldn’t even have this job,” he said, adding cal honors). The Revenant won three, including that Neil Patrick Harris would probably have best director (Alejandro G. Inarritu) and best hosted. Rock then talked about how African- actor (Leonardo DiCaprio, who won his first Os- Americans didn’t protest in the 1950s and car on his sixth nomination). Brie Larson won 1960s because there were other relevant issues best actress for Room and Mark Rylance was at hand: “You know, when your grandmother’s named best supporting actor for Bridge of Spies, swinging from a tree, it’s really hard to care besting the favored Sylvester Stallone (Creed). about Best Documentary Foreign Short.” Spotlight—a drama about the Boston Globe Adapted from the book by James Leo Herlihy Rock also rolled out a couple video montages team that reported on the Catholic Church’s that poked fun at the lack of diversity, includ- sex-abuse cover-up—took honors for best film. MIDNIGHT ing one that put African-American spins on films (Page Six noted that Spotlight star Mark Ruffalo such as The Martian, Joy and The Danish Girl— participated in a rally outside a Catholic church COWBOY with the last one featuring comedian Tracy Mor- hours before the Oscars started.) Amy, a look at Feb 19-Apr 10, 2016 gan, who was once in hot water with the LGBT the life of late singer Amy Winehouse, won for community regarding controversial jokes he best documentary. 773-761-4477 made. See Oscars.org for the full list of winners. www.lifelinetheatre.com Speaking of the LGBT demographic, singer Sam Smith (along with songwriter Jimmy Napes) won the Academy Award for best song for “Writing’s on the Wall,” the theme song from the most Spirit Awards has recent James Bond movie, Spectre. Smith dedi- historic trans win cated the award to the LGBT community around The Independent Spirit Awards, which took the world after saying he had heard no other place Feb. 27 in Santa Monica, California, gay man had won an Oscar—an error since oth- made history—and bested the Oscars when it ers have won (including screenwriter Dustin came to diverse winners. Lance Black for Milk, Rob Epstein and Richard Mya Taylor became the first trans woman Schmeichen for best documentary in 1984, Pe- winner, taking the Best Supporting Female dro Almodovar, Bill Condon, Alan Ball, and for award for Tangerine. In so doing, she bested music, John Corigliano, Howard Ashman, Elton fellow nominees such as Cynthia Nixon (James John and Stephen Sondheim, plus women have White) and Jennifer Jason Leigh (Anomalisa). won too: lesbian director Debra Chasnoff in the Tangerine is about a transgender sex worker JOIN US FOR THE early 1990s for a documentary short, and bisex- who discovers her boyfriend/pimp has been INAUGURAL PRODUCTION IN ual actress Angelina Jolie). cheating on her; Taylor plays a fellow worker. OUR NEW HOME AND However, in the age of social media, not even In addition, lesbian author Emma Donoghue THE 100TH IN OUR HISTORY! Smith’s win was safe from controversy. Lady won for Best First Screenplay for Room. Gaga was heavily favored to win the category Some of the other winners included Idris because of “Til It Happens to You,” a song for Elba and Abraham Attah, who won, respec- tively, Best Supporting Actor and Best Actor TH the college sexual-assault documentary The BEGINS MARCH 16 Hunting Ground. (In addition, she gave a pow- awards for the film Beasts of No Nation; Brie WRITERSTHEATRE.ORG | 847-242-6000 erful performance, complete with male and fe- Larson, who captured the Best Actress award PICTURED: CHAON CROSS AND SCOTT PARKINSON. PHOTO BY SAVERIO TRUGLIA. male survivors standing beside her on stage— for Room; and Best Director winner Tom Mc- and Vice President Joe Biden introduced her.) Carthy for Spotlight, which also took best fea- Gaga’s fans (called “Little Monsters”) expressed ture film. tickets at aboutfacetheatre.org! their outrage over Smith’s win, TheWrap noted. Saturday Night Live’s Kate McKinnon (who is One fan tweeted, “Even as a huge Sam Smith openly lesbian) and Silicon Valley funnyman fan I have to say the Oscar should’ve gone to Kumail Nanjiani co-hosted the event. Lady Gaga tonight. Bloody hell. Absolutely gob- smaked [sic].” There was no controversy about Alicia Vikan- der’s win for best supporting actress for The Danish Girl. In the film, Vikander plays Gerda Wegener, the spouse to Eddie Redmayne’s Lili Elbe, who is a transgender woman. However, transgender Oscar nominee Anohni opted to skip the Academy Awards after not being invited to perform, The Washington Blade noted. Anohni was nominated for Best Original Song for “Manta a chicago premiere Ray,” recorded for the documentary Racing Ex- directed by andrew volkoff tinction. Carol—a lesbian-themed movie based on a Pa- MAR 11 t o APR 10 tricia Highsmith novel—failed to snag a win, including for best actress (Cate Blanchett) and Mya Taylor. at theater wit best supporting actress (Rooney Mara). Twitter photo Also, trans actress Holly Woodlawn and gay WINDY CITY TIMES March 2, 2016 23 BOOKS ior and how it all comes together into this perfect storm that’s trouble for the community.” The book’s style is non-fiction with a mes- Book addresses sage that recovery is possible. The book ren- ders its message with about 50 different case studies, based on Fawcett’s own patients and qualitative surveys he posted on the Internet meth’s effect on asking gay men to describe their experiences with meth and how the drugs impacted their sexuality, health and relationships. “Lust, gay men and lust Men, and Meth” states that 637 men across 32 countries and nearly every state in the United By Melissa Wasserman uality and intimacy because one of the things States responded to these Internet surveys. that it [meth] does is it binds with sex and so The case studies and the recovery-guide Methamphetamine use, risky behavior and sex- when they give up the drug their sexual desire components of the book are joined by the sex ual desire—Dr. David Fawcett Ph.D., L.C.S.W., and sex lives go out the window with it,” said therapist’s insight and the science behind neu- puts more than a decade of clinical experience Fawcett. “So, my work over the years has been roplasticity, the ability of the brain to rewire and research on these linked issues into his to really work with men and help them not only itself and its role in taking over healthy plea- book Lust, Men, and Meth: A Gay Man’s Guide get clean from the drug, but to really heal in sure and restoring it. to Sex and Recovery. terms of their sexual desire and get back to Dr. David Fawcett. “It came from a lot of different individuals Fawcett is a substance abuse expert, certi- healthy relationships.” Photo by Howard Zucker through many different channels, but there’s fied sex therapist and clinical psychotherapist “There was a one size fits all for addiction that online survey and probably thousands of with a private practice in Ft. Lauderdale spe- treatment and methamphetamine does have men over the years that I’ve talked to who have cializing in gay men’s health. His career has some features that make it unique where a tra- experienced the problem,” Fawcett said. spanned more than 30 years in the areas of ditional treatment program doesn’t meet the Its target audience, Fawcett said, is gay men mental health and substance abuse. In his cur- needs of somebody trying to get over metham- and the professionals who work with them. rent work, he also consults numerous agencies phetamine,” said Fawcett. Overall, Fawcett said he aimed to make the and presents workshops on issues concerning The book aims to be a resource for recovery book readable and relatable. substance abuse, mental health and chronic ill- from methamphetamine and the restoration of “The methods that I want to convey here is ness both nationally and internationally. healthy sex and intimacy. that there’s hope; there is recovery” said Faw- Fawcett addresses a wide range of concerns “Meth not only increases their sexual desire, cett. “I think there’s kind of a myth on the in his practice, including addiction, trauma it also turns off their frontal cortex, which street that once you get addicted to meth, and issues related to chronic illness, especially controls making good decisions,” said Fawcett. there’s just no going back and that’s just not HIV/AIDS. He explained his specialty evolved “So, they’re not really thinking clearly and they the case. That is really one of the miscon- organically. have all these drives and that’s a bad combina- ceptions I’m really hoping to dispel because “I got into dealing with addiction and sub- tion.” more and more there are people getting into stance use by initially treating people as a sex According to Fawcett’s website, the book is good solid recovery with years of recovery and therapist and the two go hand in hand,” said the first practical resource for this topic. In his also getting into healthy relationships, not Fawcett, who also identifies as a gay man. “I writing, Fawcett covers the appeal of metham- only with other people, but with themselves. got interested in working with guys with meth- phetamine along with its impact on high-risk [They’re] really finding out about themselves amphetamine [addictions] because people behaviors and sexual desire that results in a and learning what vulnerabilities they have were coming to me for sexual dysfunction, for combination of meth and sex on the brain. The that lure them into addiction in the first place sexual problems, sexual addiction. The clients I book also details how use of the drug not only and really healing that part.” was treating kind of brought it to me. The first leads to addiction, but sexual dysfunction as For more information on Dr. David Fawcett really big epidemic we had of meth on the East well. and his book, visit: http://david-fawcett. Coast was about 10 years ago and that’s when “There are addiction books and there are com. I started doing a lot of this work.” therapy books, but this really combines the In the LGBT community, Fawcett explained, two into one voice,” Fawcett said about what there are higher rates of addiction overall. Dur- makes his book unique. “They [readers] can ex- ing work with his patients with addictions he pect to understand the social context for the recognized a lack of resources and that some- meth epidemic—what’s happening and why thing needed to be done. certain gay men are more vulnerable to this “When I started working there was really drug, the very unfortunate presence of HIV in nothing to help people in recovery reclaim sex- the community and this high risk sexual behav-

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e The ongoing Shakespeare 400 Chicago festival continues with a touring stop of Twelfth Night by Britain’s Filter Theatre in association with the Royal Shakespeare Company. This unconventional take on William Shakespeare’s romantic comedy has been described as part rock concert and improvisation sketch show. Twelfth Night continues through Sunday, March 13, in the upstairs space of Chicago Shakespeare Theater, 800 E. Grand Ave. Remaining performances are 7:30 p.m. Tues- days through Fridays (also 1 p.m. Wed., March 9), 3 and 8 p.m. Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $48-$58; call 312-595-5600 or visit www.chicagoshakes.com. Photo by Mark Garvin 24 March 2, 2016 WINDY CITY TIMES NUNN ON ONE combat it really. People thought I was being blasphemous about mentioning education. Hello? They thought you couldn’t even touch Chicago’s Kroell in a person with AIDS back then. That is why I reality-show Dionne Warwick wanted to educate people. I think Tony Fauci at the [National Institute campaign of Allergy and Infectious Diseases] wanted to Friend Movement and Vertex Media an- talks Black Ensemble, kill me, but I was on him every single day to nounced the development of The Ronnie teach me and tell me more so that when I am and Eddie Show, a comedic reality show at a speaking engagement, I would know what that follows the lives of actor/entrepre- I am talking about. I flew all over the world, neur duo Ronnie Kroell and “Laughing Ed- AIDS and retirement and if there was a breakthrough, I wanted to die” Lobo. The show is the subject of an know what it was. I was coming through cus- Indiegogo campaign. eled to. BY JERRY NUNN toms with drugs that were helping people with The Ronnie and Eddie Show follows the WCT: Such as Brazil, where you are tour- AIDS or HIV. lives of former Windy City Times 30 Under ing this year. Is Brazil your home away from The legendary Dionne Warwick has lasted 55 It wasn’t an obligation, it was something I 30 honoree Kroell (Bravo’s Make Me a Su- home? years in a busy career that continues to thrive wanted to do. If I can be of service, like my permodel) and Lobo. “Each 30-minute epi- DW: Well, it is my home. I am a resident of keeping her on the road. grandpa taught me at a very early age, then I sode brings the viewer an intimate look be- Rio. I have been there for the past 20 years. Warwick began her life in the music busi- will do it. We are all to be of service to each hind the smoke and mirrors of Hollywood, WCT: Do you speak Portuguese? ness at the Apollo Theater and worked with other, so why not? the challenges of operating a business, DW: Very badly. I sing in Portuguese very songwriter Burt Bacharach who brought her WCT: After working with him on Celebrity and the joy of making the dreams of others well. I speak it poorly because everyone now to fame. Hits like “Walk On By” and “Do You Apprentice, did you think Donald Trump come true,” according to a press release. speaks English. If people don’t speak to me in Know the Way to San Jose?” brought her into would be where he is today? Bruce Vilanch, Frenchie Davis and Karamo Portuguese then I can’t practice. the public eye. She is one of the most charted DW: No. He is hysterical. He has his own Brown are among those expected to make WCT: What do you love about Brazil? female vocalists of all time and may always be reality show going on right now running for cameos. DW: I started going there in the ‘60s and remembered for the catchy“Say a Little Prayer” president! To help fund this project be- just felt a natural kindred for that country. It and the million seller “I Will Never Love This WCT: What would you tell artists today, fore March 4, visit http://igg.me/at/ gave me the biggest embrace that I have ever Way Again.” with [your] lengthy career? ronnieandeddie/x/446689. known. I knew I was home. I just knew it. Over the years, she has racked up five Gram- DW: I don’t think artists today would like We have not only a mutual-admiration soci- mys and sampled different genres of music. to have a 55-year career. I don’t think it is ety going on but a love for each other. They She’s just released a Brazilian record called in their DNA. I think someone has to grow up Chicago Filmmakers have let me know that and I reciprocate my Tropical Love. around that. I was fortunate enough to see love right back. closes purchase Windy City Times took a stroll down memory artists like Sammy Davis Jr., Lena Horne, Ella WCT: How did the AIDS awareness song Chicago Filmmakers officially closed the lane with the music maker just before the Black Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan. These are the “That’s What Friends Are For?” begin? purchase of a city-owned firehouse at 5720 Ensemble Theater’s 40th-anniversary party. shoulders I am standing on. I don’t think these DW: When you have three friends like those N. Ridge Ave., in Edgewater. Windy City Times: Hi, Dionne. How did you kids even know what that means. represented on the recording it is not that hard The non-profit media arts organization become involved with the Black Ensemble in When they have that available to them, they to do. Fortunately they were all in the same serves Chicago’s independent film com- the first place? don’t use it. Personally, I don’t know any of place at the same time so that made it easier. munity and audiences through educational Dionne Warwick: I met Jackie Taylor after them but they are welcome to call me. many weeks of her trying to hand me a script I ran into Elton at the grocery store actually. programs, screenings, production grants WCT: You could do a duet with them. and filmmaker services. DW: Not only a duet, but I can give them ad- With the purchase now complete, renova- vice on my experience. If they need an answer, tion of the firehouse is planned to begin I have it for them. in March and is expected to take seven to WCT: Did you see the Nina Simone docu- eight months. The construction is budget- mentary What Happened, Miss Simone? ed at $1 million, and Chicago Filmmakers DW: Yes, I did. It was brilliant. That wom- will start a fundraising campaign to cover an was the one that got me on a stage doing renovation costs. what I am doing. I was at the Apollo opening During the renovations, the organization a show. I had been there before and saw what plans to continue its regular programming the audience does when they don’t like some- in its existing space at 5243 N. Clark St. one. I wasn’t sure I wanted to go out there with screenings, classes, youth program, even with my little hit “Don’t Make Me Over.” and filmmaker events, as well as the launch She was standing at the wings and noticed I of next month’s 27th Onion City Experi- looked nervous. She told me to go out on the mental Film and Video Festival and the fall stage and dared anyone to perform after me. production of Reeling: The 34th Chicago “You are not opening the show, you are closing LGBTQ+ International Film Festival. it!” I have never forgotten that. That was my See ChicagoFilmmakers.org. first encounter with Nina Simone. WCT: You have a new Christmas single? DW: “This Christmas,” and it will be avail- Out at CHM’s able at Christmastime this year. I got it so late that it was almost fruitless to put it out but it ‘Standing Up’ is a gorgeous song. Burt Bacharach wrote it. Anyone that will be around at Christmas time March 10 Chicago History Museum, 1601 N. Clark should get it on my website. St., will host the next program in its Out WCT: You also have Heartbreakers 2, with at CHM series, “ Standing Up: From Punch Dionne Warwick (left) and Black Ensemble Theatre’s Jackie Taylor. unreleased songs. You are so busy! Line to Spotlight,” on Thursday, March 10, PR photo DW: That is my life’s story. That is what I am at 6:30 p.m. (In addition, a reception with supposed to do, I guess! He was planning a birthday party for his man- refreshments and appetizers will start at based on my song “Don’t Make Me Over” and WCT: Did you ever think you would cele- ager at the time. I asked him to record with 5:30 p.m.) my life. Finally, she caught up with me in Las brate 55 years in the music business? me the following night but he had the party. While views have progressed, LGBTQ Vegas and handed me nine different scripts. We DW: No. I gave myself three, maybe four He agreed to record first then have the party, people still serve as the punch line for met for coffee after my last show and she told years. That went by; then after it went 20, so he was in. jokes across the comedic spectrum. Writer me she had built the show around my persona. then 30, then 40. Every time I think 55 years, I called Gladys up and said, “Hey, girlfriend— Jason Heidemann moderates a panel that She wanted my approval. I must say she had I have to stop and shake myself. I can’t believe guess what you are doing tomorrow night?” I includes Andy Eninger, head of the writing all the right names and places. She was just it really has been that long. It has been a won- told her and she said, “Okay.” program at Second City; comedy club own- shadowing me on the project and living vicari- derful ride. Stevie was on his way back to Los Angeles er Mary Lindsey; and performer, scholar and ously through me. WCT: Do you ever want to retire? from New Jersey visiting his children. I called author E. Patrick Johnson for a discussion When I saw the show, I was floored in every DW: I will. Running around the world has him and he showed up. on the history and struggle of queerness in way! been sensational. It has been a broad scope That was the genesis of that. Chicago’s comedy scene, as well who has WCT: Years ago, you told me that you want- of education. I have had the luxury of bring- WCT: I didn’t realize you brought everyone been at the forefront of humorous perfor- ed Keke Palmer to play you if they make a ing my children and exposing them to certain together. Hats off to you! mances and roles. movie about your life. things in the world that they would not have DW: It was very easy. I think with us all This program also will showcase the DW: She’s wonderful. I’m so proud of her. thought about doing if I hadn’t taken them knowing how many people we were losing, es- comedic talents of the panelists and gay WCT: I heard you designed this theater, with me. It is not as easy these days as it was pecially in our industry, it was something we sketch-comedy troupe GayCo. from the lighting fixtures to the carpet. when I was 12 years old. [Laughs] We all get wanted to do with our talent to make some- Admission is $20 ($15 for members and Have you always wanted to design spaces? to that point. I am never going to stop sing- thing happen. students); visit http://chicagohistory.org/ DW: I’ve been doing it for the past 30 years. ing—that is for sure. I will do special events WCT: Who knows how many people you planavisit/upcomingevents/out-at-chm. It has been a well-kept secret and now every- like this one sometimes, but nothing like what help and saved... body knows! I am doing right now. DW: And made them educated. Some people WCT: How is your house decorated? For more on Black Ensemble Theater, visit didn’t know what it was back then. You have DW: It is very comfortable and eclectic. I blackensembletheater.org. have things from every place that I have trav- to know what you are fighting before you can WINDY CITY TIMES March 2, 2016 25 ART The story of that scared little girl who sought made it unique in the world. womanhood not merely through expression but Discovery had always teemed within WMG’s the uncharted medicine of the time is one framework. Thus its board of directors did not Woman Made hosts drawn from as much courage as the feelings, have to look very far. Only two years out of obstructions and tragedy all too familiar to the college, Sydney Stoudmire joined the gallery in transgender and gender nonconforming com- 2013 as a part-time assistant. At the time she munities. had been engaged in independent, curatorial rare exhibit from brush work representing marginalized populations in When Elbe’s life was cut short in 1931 after an unsuccessful attempt to transplant a uterus the art world such as those, like her, who are so that she could realize her dream of becom- artists of color. of ‘The Danish Girl’ ing a mother, she left a wealth of architectural, “I was already invested in the mission of landscape and interior pieces seen through Woman Made when I came across the job de- BY Gretchen Rachel Hammond careers—all a defiant exposition on canvas of the eyes of an artist who once told an elderly scription,” Stoudmire told Windy City Times. WMG’s mission to serve, educate and enrich the visitor to a gallery showing her work as “most “It resonated with my personal and profes- Beyond its ornately framed windows, the un- community by cultivating and promoting the decidedly she.” sional mission.” ambiguous walls of The Woman Made Gallery diverse contributions of women in the arts. The collection of Elbe’s work dating from Within six months of her arrival, Stoudmire (WMG) in Chicago’s West Loop are not sim- March 11, 2016, heralds another WMG land- 1904 through 1929 has rarely been seen. That was promoted to gallery coordinator. When ply stations upon which to display two floors mark fittingly illustrated in resilience and an will change with the solo exhibition WMG has Minkovski retired, Stoudmire was tasked with worth of impassioned expression by female- insurgency against convention when it opens entitled Entirely Myself. sifting through the resumes and applications identified artists. an exhibit of 15 painstakingly restored pieces It will run concurrently with One In Herself, WMG received.

Paintings by Lili Elbe. Courtesy of Sydney Stoudmire and Woman Made Gallery

Even when bare, they carry a story of auda- by Lili Elbe (born Einar Magnus Andreas We- which, according to a WMG press release, fea- By the time she assumed the role, Stoud- cious resiliency first given life in 1992 when, gener). tures artists “in a multimedia group exhibition mire was already formulating ideas for the next faced with the same roadblocks thrown up by The subject of two books and a 2015 Tom that grapple with the tensions between the phase in WMG’s ongoing development. galleries unwilling to showcase women’s work, Hooper film, Elbe’s discovery of her authentic body/soul, intimacy/autonomy, and personal “We’ve always been rooted in the community Northeastern University students Kelly Hensen self began when the female model her wife was empowerment/objectification.” and our exhibitions are conceived through a and Beate Minkovski turned a Ravenswood going to use as a subject didn’t arrive and Elbe Together, they form the nucleus of WMG’s democratic process and open calls to make sure Manor storefront into an off-campus arts-stu- stood in for her. goal to “explore the complexities of gender, that the space is constantly evolving and as dio and venue for their Senior show. In the international best-seller The Dan- sexuality, personhood, and identity, while si- an entry for artists who haven’t shown their There were many watershed moments for ish Girl, from which Hooper’s film is entitled, multaneously challenging repressive notions of work before,” she said. “I wanted to make sure WMG in the 24 years which followed. In multi- author David Ebershoff imagined the moment womanhood and femininity.” to continue to make Woman Made accessible. ple locations before the move to its current ad- when, wearing “a dress loose everywhere ex- That exploration began in December 2014, That means we do more public programs be- dress at 685 N. Milwaukee, the gallery amassed cept in the sleeves,” Elbe “felt warm and sub- when Minkovski retired as executive director yond an exhibit’s opening reception. We also a legacy of over 7,500 artists from countries merged as is dipping into a summer sea. The and an exhaustive search was launched for a have conversations around the exhibitions spanning the globe, almost 400 exhibitions, fox was chasing the mouse and there was a replacement possessed of both the 24/7 energy themselves—symposia, artist talks and panel professional development, educational pro- distant voice in [her] head: the soft cry of a with which Minkovski built a Chicago institu- gramming and as a launching pad for numerous scared little girl.” tion and the equally inexhaustible vision that Turn to page 29

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That’s what that night was all about, mutilation, more than violation through sex. I really do feel Lady Gaga from her performance of “Til DANCING as though I was psychologically mutilated that It Happens To You” from the Oscars. night and that now I’m trying to put the pieces ABOUT back together again. Through love, not hatred. Screenshot from www.oscar.go.com And through my music. My strength has been to ARCHITECTURE open again, to life, and my victory is the fact that, despite it all, I kept alive my vulnerability.” By marc ‘moose’ moder Tori used that experience to write and used that writing to form her amazing organization, RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network). Though Lady Gaga didn’t win the Oscar, Sam Smith’s winning Bond theme will be forgotten Silent All These in weeks, while Gaga’s anthem will live on and hopefully inspire not only healing in the victims, Years: Sexual Abuse but understanding and prevention for those of us to whom it hasn’t happened. And Pop Music raINN’s National Abuse Hotline is available The most powerful moment of the Oscars this 24/7 by calling 1-800-656-HOPE past weekend was Lady Gaga’s heart-wrenching performance of Diane Warren’s “Til It Happens To You,” nominated for Best Original Song. Her emotionally strained vocals were only amplified by a crowd of sexual assault victims joining her at the end with messages of trauma scrawled on their bodies. The rare moment of acknowledg- ing sexual assault in an entertainment setting seemed right but rare. Sure, we often see rape and molestation in movies and TV, and we’ve had our fair share of movie (Jared Leto, Woody Al- len, Bill Cosby) and music (David Bowie, R. Kelly, Gary Glitter) icons face accusations, sadly with little repercussions. But we rarely hear men or women confront the topic in song, seemingly until now. Looking back, though, it’s been there all along. In 1987, Sonic Youth gave us “Pacific Coast Highway,” written by singer Kim Gordon from the vantage point of the rapist. In it, Gordon unleashes the rage and fear that the woman is feeling, while co-opting and ultimately under- mining the power of the male. Much like Dire Straits’ “Money For Nothing” belittles the blue- collar bigoted character through dumb dialogue, Gordon does the same and makes the voice of her abuser so creepy you feel the victims own pain. Although it now seems like a “bro” empowerment anthem, Pearl Jam’s “Alive” is actually about an abusive oedipal situation. “Oh, she walks slowly. Across a young man’s room. She said I’m ready, for you. I can’t remember anything. To this very day. ‘Cept the look, yeah the look. Oh, you know where”. Written as part one of an abuse trilogy, “Alive” tells the story of a boy who looks just like his deceased birth father, who in turn is raped by his lonely mother.

Not a big single like “Alive” or her own “Silent All These Years” (about an unplanned pregnancy, physical and emotional abuse) Tori Amos’ “Me and a Gun” directly addressed a time when she was raped at knifepoint. She said in a 1991 interview, “I was singing hymns, as I say in the song, because he told me to. I sang to stay alive. Yet I survived that torture, which left me urinating all over myself and left me paralyzed for years. 28 March 2, 2016 WINDY CITY TIMES

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Enolo Wine Cafe (450 N. Clark St.; EnoloWineCafe. com) has a bit of an identity problem—but, hope- Chocolate panna cotta (above) and prawns a la fully, it’ll be remedied soon. plancha (right) at Enolo Wine Cafe. The thing is this: The name is deceptive. I can Photos by Andrew Davis imagine people walking by Enolo on their way home from work in the Loop, looking for a spot id to stunning. Regarding the appetizers, I re- to dine. However, the kicker is that this wine cafe ally gravitated toward the proscuitto bruschetta, (the sister restaurant to Roka Akor) has an incred- which comes with persimmon jam, pecorino, pick- ible amount of dishes to offer. led onion, hazelnuts and watercress. The fried goat That’s not to say Enolo has slacked on the al- cheese was also fun, and it’s served with romesco cohol. Although there are a few cocktails (includ- sauce, shaved fennel, parsley and pickled onion. ing the alluring Right Near the Beach ... Bwoy, (Other intriguing appetizers and small dishes in- named after a line from the movie Half-Baked), clude pork rinds, deviled eggs with boquerones tuce and caramelized onion aioli. The prawns a la the libation-related emphasis is definitely on the (anchovies), French brie bruschetta, cauliflower plancha were intriguing: Rossi suggested eating wine. And general manager/sommelier Tony Rossi lobster bisque and crab in a jar.) the meat by the head as well as the main body. It’s Team TPAN Takes Over certainly makes it easy (or easier) to navigate the As for the entrees (or “mains”), the pancetta an acquired taste, but I’d try it again. menu, imparting an amazing amount of knowledge pizza was a definite high point for my dining com- And if you have room for dessert, try the cheese about wines to oenophiles and novices alike. (I board or the chocolate panna cotta. You can’t go panion and for me, as the pie was topped with Fri., Mar. 4, 6-10 pm felt as if Rossi could’ve taught a course at Enolo French brie, Bosc pears, pancetta, chives and truf- wrong either way. (By the way, be sure to sample Big Chicks, as he discussed how aspects such as weather and the Chateau d’Orignac pineau de charentes with fle oil. The smell of the oil alone will entice your 5024 N. Sheridan Rd. geography can affect a wine’s vintage.) There are neighbors—enough so they might order the pizza the panna cotta. Rossi knows his stuff.) An evening of fundraising, fellowship, also wine flights for the uninitiated and/or the for themselves. By the way, Enolo has happy hour Mondays libations and celebrations for the adventurous. I also greatly enjoyed the Enolo Burger, served through Fridays at 3-6 p.m. Take advantage: Ride for AIDS Chicago. $20 suggested And as for those dishes—they range from sol- with aged cheddar, pickles, roasted tomato, let- Wine—and a lot more—beckon. donation, which includes two drink tickets and a raffle ticket.

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By the time you read this, I will be winging my way back to South Florida for the Winter Party. This annual soiree is presented by the LGBTQ Task Force and raises funds for oodles of com- Dustin Lance Black had something to say to munity organizations. The Winter Party started as a single event back in 1994. Now it’s a six-day Sam Smith after Smith “forgot” about him extravaganza. Last year, they broke their record at the Oscars. and raised over $1 million. If I’m not mistaken, Black and fiance Tom Daley’s Out cover I broke a personal best as well ... but why sully the pages of this respected publication with the included in the show in a pivotal way—whatever details? If you’re in the area, do say “hi.” I’ll be that means. the one inappropriately dressed. The powers that be at ABC have revealed the Obviously, I couldn’t leave Hollywood until lead for their remake of Dirty Dancing. Alas, they after the Academy Awards. I mean, the Oscars passed over the lithe and lovely Derek Hough and Billy Masters go together like John Travolta (more on him later). We didn’t spend much time and a lawsuit. But enough about happy endings mourning Derek’s demise when we learned that and onto the Oscars. We were off to a rocky start the guy filling Swayze’s shoes will beC olt Prat- when Chris Rock mentioned cinematographers tes—a name that likely doesn’t mean anything to and the camera shakily panned to an empty seat. you. Since I’m a devotee of the annual Broadway Irony? Sarcasm? I’m inclined to believe it was Bares benefits, the name rang more than a few a technical snafu, like the beginning of Gaga’s bells. Plus, how does one forget someone named performance. I’m also not sure if Rock was mak- Colt? It’s like the first time I slept with some- ing a joke or if he thinks Sam Smith and George one named Shayne—you don’t forget your first Michael are the same person. Eh, all us gay white Shayne. Back to Colt. In addition to flaunting his folk probably look the same. I thought it was a stuff as a Broadway Bares poster boy, he’s also little overkill for the In Memoriam segment to appeared in several Broadway musicals and as a be accompanied by “Blackbird.” Yeah, we get dancer on tour with a number of singers, most it—we’ll have more diversity next year! While I notably P!nk, who also featured Colt in her music was happy to see Holly Woodlawn remembered, video “Try.” Be sure to check out the sizzling pho- where was Abe Vigoda? We know him primarily tos we have of him on BillyMasters.com. from television but, hello—The Godfather! I alluded to Derek Hough in the previous para- Sam Smith made a bit of a bungle when he graph. Hough coveted the role of Johnny Cas- said, “I read an article a few months ago by Sir tle. But he’s got his eyes on a more tantalizing Ian McKellen, and he said that no openly gay target—Singin’ in the Rain. It’s no secret that man had ever won an Oscar. If this is the case— the Gene Kelly classic is Derek’s all-time favorite night reception on Friday, March 11, will take flick. He learned the routines as a tyke, recycled WOMAN MADE from page 25 even if this isn’t the case—I want to dedicate place at WMG at 6-8 p.m. this to the LGBT community all around the world. them on Dancing with the Stars, and even got to The conversations they will generate form the I stand here tonight as a proud gay man, and know Gene’s “widow.” (Look: I can only handle so conversations that take the theme of the show basis of a full-day’s symposium WMG is host- I hope we can all stand together as equals one many tangents.) and create discourse around it.” day.” What Sir Ian actually said was, “Why has While his dream has always been to remake Stoudmire is also reaching out to community ing in April entitled One in Theirselves—an no openly gay man ever won the best actor Os- SitR, his stint last year with the Rockettes gave partners ranging from informal collectives to acknowledgement of the language and politics car?” A big difference—one that Dustin Lance him a new idea—what about headlining a revival larger institutions that work with social justice that are constantly evolving around identity. Black quickly pointed out via Twitter: “Hey @ of the musical on Broadway? I’m told ABC execs issues. It is as unexplored territory for WMG as it was SamSmithWorld, if you have no idea who I am, it want to do anything to keep him happy, so who However, Stoudmire also faced significant for Elbe when she sought to demolish the bar- may be time to stop texting my fiance.” MEOW! knows? It’s not as if Derek is without stage expe- challenges in nurturing that vision. The Illinois riers between gender and sexuality that, at the rience. Did you know that Derek starred in the UK When Greg Berlanti said, “There is nothing I’ve budget cuts hit WMG hard. Loss of grant in- turn of the 20th century, were as unequivocal wanted more than to be a dad,” I assumed he was production of Footloose: The Musical? Interest- come bled what was already a shoestring oper- as they were colossal. talking about his baby beau, Robbie Rogers. In ing since his sister Julianne was in the lackluster Elbe’s works will be presented in their origi- fact, Berlanti is not only a hot daddy; he’s a bio- big-screen remake. I was reminded of this little ation. The various community partnerships the gallery has forged have provided some relief. nal gold-gilded frames. “They are as equally logical father. Last weekend, the prolific producer footnote in Footloose history when I saw Derek stunning as the work itself,” Stoudmire said. and Julianne at the HBO post-Emmys party in Online crowdfunding has proven to be a simi- announced that a surrogate gave birth to his son, “But they needed restoration and the collector Caleb Gene Berlanti. Mixed with his excitement is 2014. When the band started playing Footloose, lar, invaluable tool. Yet, Stoudmire also added is taking care of that.” some trepidation at being a new dad. “Check back the Hough kids started dancing together in that that WMG needed to take bigger risks in order All of the pieces will be available for pur- in approximately 2-30 years for the tell-all about creepy Flowers in the Attic way. Derek dumped to garner the attention of new donors. how I screwed it all up.” Unless the tell-all ends Julianne when Sofia Vergara sashayed over to In December 2015, one such risk presented chase in the $1,200 to $3,500 range, excluding with them dating, he’ll be doing just fine. him. It was all fine until he attempted to hoist itself. the cost of the frames. One of Berlanti’s projects for next season is her above his head. She was wearing a strapless “I received an email from a consultant with a WMG is also exploring the idea of hosting Riverdale, an effort to bring to life the inhabit- dress and, well ... you can just see the video on client who owned a collection of works by Lili,” screenings of Hooper’s film, which was released ants of the Archie comic books. The cast includes BillyMasters.com. Stoudmire recalled. “He wanted to sell the work on Blu-ray and DVD March 1. However, Stoud- KJ Apa as Archie, Lili Reinhart as Betty, Camila When I’m hearing Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries, after the opportunity to exhibit it first. He mire is sensitive to the controversy surround- it must be time end yet another column. I rushed Mendes as Veronica, Cole Sprouse as Jughead thought it was important to show the work in a ing it—in particular the use of cisgender male and Ashleigh Murray as Josie (as in “and the home to file this story with some Oscar dish space that was devoted to celebrating women actor Eddie Redmayne in the lead role. Pussycats”). The only name among those that before heading to the parties. While I’m cavort- “I have heard some critique from the LGBT means anything to me is Cole Sprouse—and that’s ing, you should head over to www.BillyMasters. artists. In October we collaborated with an organization called Open TV which works with community that the film wasn’t an accurate only because we shared photos of his brother com, the site that’s always ready to celebrate. If portrayal of Lili’s life,” Stoudmire said. “I got you’ve got a question, send it along to Billy@Bil- trans, feminine spectrum artists who are mar- Dylan’s “jughead” on BillyMasters.com. It’s the some advice from a trans friend, which was to casting as Archie’s dad that threw me—Luke Per- lyMasters.com, and I promise to get back to you ginalized in Hollywood. WMG has changed its ‘get your apologies ready.’ There will be peo- ry! Yes, the bad boy of West Beverly High will be before Sam Smith offers to sing at Dustin Lance mission. We are going beyond female artists ple who are not going to be happy with the the father to a new crop of kids. BTW, the Archie Black and Tom Daley’s wedding. Until next time, to recognize that there is a whole spectrum of comic’s gay character, Kevin Keller, will also be remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible. femininity that hasn’t been represented.” decision but I see everything as a conversa- The release of Hooper’s film generated a re- tion starter. The way gender identity plays out surgence of interest in Elbe’s life and work. in the public eye and the media is often not Meanwhile, WMG was developing the idea for the reality of what is actually happening. So One in Herself in order to “parse out the stereo- it adds another layer programmatically to the types associated with womanhood, femininity discussions we want to have. We are very aware and identity,” Stoudmire said. “So even though of the room for error and we are open to being we are not framing Lili’s work as a trans-woman corrected. We think it is important for it to exhibition, we were already planning conversa- happen.” tions around it.” For more information about the exhibit Both exhibits run until April 28. An opening- and WMG, visit http://womanmade.org. 30 March 2, 2016 WINDY CITY TIMES

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