On this day in 1924, novelist, playwright, poet, essayist and social critic James Baldwin was born in Harlem, New York.
On this day in 1924 by Jerry Mitchell, Mississippi Today August 2, 2024 Aug. 2, 1924 James Baldwin documentary Novelist, playwright, poet, essayist and social critic James Baldwin was born in Harlem, New York. His work explored the themes of racial, sexual and class differences and discrimination in America. His 1963 book “The Fire Next Time” became a best-seller, confronting white Americans about the moral cost of racism.
It can be said, indeed, that Martin picked up Malcolm’s burden, articulated the vision which Malcolm had begun to see, and for which he paid with his life.” It was Malcolm X who said organizers wouldn’t let Baldwin speak at the 1963 March on Washington because “they know Baldwin is liable to say anything.
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