The Sophisticate

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Kile Ozier was encouraged to cultivate a taste for alcohol at home. Without the pressures of a political life in the closet and a killer epidemic, it might not have become a problem … .

I Hope My Son Is Lucky

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JD Roberto wasn’t a bad kid growing up, just a little wild and very lucky.

Losing My Religion, Gaining Spirituality

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Brandon Ferdig’s story of getting sober, finding “god”, and relating with his religious family.

Where the F**k Do I Surrender?

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A family history of addiction and recovery.

“Thanks for Arresting Me!” DUI Convict Reunites with Cop

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Jamie Reidy comments on a rare story: a perp thanking his arresting officer for sending him to jail.

Love Conquers All—Except, Maybe, the Bottle

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Mika Doyle’s first love taught her that love is not enough to sustain a relationship.

Facing My Father’s Demons

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One drink leads Ina Chadwick to a struggle with class, gender, power and more than a few of her father’s ghosts.

The 10 at 10

Devin Hester

Devin Hester is a daddy blogger, the President has a computer, and Madden has a new concussion policy.