Staff Picks - April 30, 2009; 8:26 AM ET

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Altared State: Who's the First Lady When the President's a Polygamist? Wall Street Journal | A terrific read in the Wall Street Journal on South Africa's new leader, who happens to have two spouses and a fiance. Who's the first lady then?

After the Great Recession New York Times Magazine | Be sure to read David Leonhardt's revealing interview with President Obama on the economy.

Money Talks New Yorker | Great piece by Ryan Lizza on Peter Orszag, the keeper of President Obama's agenda.

Bruised by Stimulus Battle, Obama Changed His Approach to Washington Washington Post | If you haven't read it yet, check out Scott Wilson's narrative reconstruction of President Obama's first 100 days.

Without Cafeteria Trays, Colleges Find Savings New York Times | Here's a fun one: After a $10 million cafeteria renovation, Skidmore College in New York went trayless. That's right, no cafeteria trays. It helps save water and officials hope it keeps students from gaining the "freshmen 15."

By Ben Pershing | April 30, 2009; 8:26 AM ET
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