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Sometimes a powerful political leader just has to get away from the Beltway—and what better place to enjoy some much-needed cultural enrichment than the Great White Way? That’s exactly what Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi did the weekend of March 13 and 14 when she and her husband, Paul, checked out two hot Broadway musicals, Hair and Billy Elliot. After both performances, Speaker Pelosi made her way backstage to congratulate the cast. And, as usual, Broadway.com captured the happy scene. Take a look!