The Stranger definitely panders to it's readership, but that's why I love reading the columns. I may not believe everything they are saying, but they always lay it on the line and typically have compelling evidence to back up their claims.
Also, who doesn't enjoy Drunk of the Week and Dan Savage? Not everything has to be serious to be considered mature, and as far as Dan Savage goes, he really says what a lot of us are thinking, its just that he is willing to put it in print. I have seen instances where I disagree with what he is saying, but I don't think he has ever claimed to have all the answers.
I will admit, I probably depend on the stranger for show listings more than anything else, but I always find I have read it cover to cover by the time the next one has come out.
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