Alexa Lee

The Syrian-Iraqi, queer singer-songwriter discusses family, representation, and why she won't compromise on artistic independence.

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A running series in which women musicians of color discuss art, labor, and representation in the music industry.

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Despite their reputation as strongly liberal organizations, the political donations of tech companies like Amazon and Google go both ways.

PS Picks is a selection of the best things that the magazine's staff and contributors are reading, watching, or otherwise paying attention to in the worlds of art, politics, and culture.

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