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David Karol
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FROM David Karol
Press Play with Madeleine Brand
Gov. Brown Is 'Impressed' with Sanders, But Endorses Clinton California Governor Jerry Brown endorsed Democrat Hillary Clinton for President Tuesday. When Governor Brown ran for President himself in 1992, he actually sounded more like Bernie Sanders, and in fact, he played that role against his then-opponent Bill Clinton. So why did he endorse a Clinton today for the Democratic nomination? And will his, or any other endorsements for that matter, make a difference this year?
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Good Food
Shaking up the USDA, 'The Beef Cookbook' and 'Tartine All Day' Peggy Lowe explains why Trump’s pick for USDA Secretary is rattling rural America. Dario Cecchini talks future plans for Chianti ramen, and Richard Turner shares cuts from “PRIME: The Beef Cookbook.” Writer Matthew Sedacca looks at the controversy behind liquid smoke. Jonathan Gold tries Chengdu-style dishes, and Elisabeth Prueitt of Tartine fills us in on the latest. Plus, chef Michael Beckman shares a recipe for cactus confit.
Design and Architecture
Farewell LA freeways, Peter Shire is back Angelenos don't want more freeways but we seem not to want mass transit either. Metro has killed the 710 freeway extension, and bus and train ridership is down across the region. What's the future of getting around in LA? And, Peter Shire is having a comeback. What attracts a new generation to his playful ceramics and furniture?