And because of the tone of the event, local Republicans say, they aren't planning much of a formal welcome for the first native son of New York City to reach the White House since Teddy Roosevelt. (politico.com)
The Reina Sofía performing arts center, designed by native son Santiago Calatrava, takes its bow. (travelandleisure.com)
So they read Hard Times in order to gain sympathy for the poor, Wright's Native Son in order to gain sympathy for racial minorities, and Forster's Maurice in order to gain sympathy for homosexuals. (firstthings.com)